Spooky
October 27 & 28, ‘23
6 pm to 10 pm
Springs
Details at a Glance
Location
Ichetucknee Springs State Park
South Entrance
12087 SW US Highway 27, Fort White, FL 32038
Dates
October 27, 6-10 PM EST
October 28, 6-10 PM EST
Hosts
Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park
Cape Leisure Corporation
What is Spooky Springs?
Spooky Springs is an annual, family friendly, fundraising event coordinated by the Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Cape Leisure Corporation. There will be games, a haunted maze, spooky tram ride, and more!
The Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to conserve, protect, restore and enhance the natural historical, cultural and recreational resources of Ichetucknee Springs State Park for present and future generations. Spooky Springs is one of several fundraisers organized by this "Friend" group.
Spooky Springs 2023 is focusing on raising funds for the purchase of program & educational materials for the park, including updates to the visitor center.
Activities
All fun, no scare
Small spook, PG-appropriate
On the scary side; PG-13
Spooky Meter
Carnival Games
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Activities
Haunted Maze
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Curse of the Lost Carnival Tram Ride
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Visitor Center
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Haunted House & Insane Asylum
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Insane Asylum
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Drawing of Chance for free Moonlit Paddle Tickets
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Food
Hot and cold food & drinks will be available at the general store. Vgetarian options are available. To view the menu, click here.
At South Take-Out, there will be additional vendors serving food in addition to other merchandise. Vendors will be announced soon.
Fees
*Park Entry: $6 per vehicle
Event Admission: $7.50 per person, kids 3 and under free (Paid at General Store)
**Carnival Games: $1-2 per game, cash only
**Toddler Zone Games: $1 for all games
**Haunted Maze: $3 per person, kids 3 and under free
Drawing of Chance: $5 per ticket
*Because this is an event that is not critical to the park service mission, park entry fees could not be waived
**Cash only
Visitor Center: Free
Pet Policy
Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Ichetucknee Springs State Park. They must be kept on a 6-foot leash at all times. Please plan ahead for pet waste in order to keep the park beautiful and safe for everyone. Dogs are not allowed on the tram.
Service animals on duty are welcome in all areas of the event. Please call the park at
386-324-5001 to ensure an enjoyable experience.
Join the Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park (FISSP)
Are you interested in helping conserve, protect, restore and enhance the natural historical, cultural and recreational resources of Ichetucknee Springs State Park for present and future generations? Members of the Friends of Ichetucknee Springs State Park help with fundraising events, volunteer recruitment, outreach, and more. Even the membership dues help the park- 100% of member dues are returned to the park.
Benefits:
- Helping support one of the most beautiful state parks in Florida
- Participate in planning & progress meetings with park management and FISSP
- Involvement in volunteer appreciation events
- Build community with others who also love the park
- Role model civic engagement for younger family members
Contact:
To learn more, email friendsofichetucknee@gmail.com or follow FISSP on Facebook.
Friend of Ichetucknee Springs State Park Member Fees
- Individual Membership ($15)
- Covers single person entry
- 12 entries per year
- Lasts 1 year from date of purchase
- Family Membership ($25)
- Covers up to 8 people in a single vehicle
- 12 entries per year
- Last 1 year from date of purchase
- Benefactor ($100)
- Covers up to 8 people in a single vehicle
- Last 1 year from date of purchase
- 12 entries per year
- Recognized at events, tabling opportunities, and volunteer recognition events
- Lifetime Member ($500)
- Covers up to 8 people in a single vehicle
- Lasts indefinitely
- 12 entries per year
- Recognized at events, tabling opportunities, and volunteer recognition events
Contact Us
Have more questions? Email either friendsofichetucknee@gmail.com or call the park at 386-497-4690.
For questions about being a vendor at the event, email Info@ichetuckneesprings.com or call 386-497-1500.
