Sanlando Springs, Florida

Sanlando Springs is a freshwater spring and an unincorporated community in Seminole County, Florida, named for its location between Sanford and Orlando. The spring itself is located behind the clubhouse of The Springs, a gated community. Although managed by the St. Johns River Water Management District, it is a private recreation and swimming area for residents of the community and respective guests; it is not open to the general public.

The main swimming area boasts a diving platform over the spring, approximately 6ft (1.8m) above the waters surface. There is also a floating man-made island, approximately 40ft (12.2m) from the shoreline, to which guests may swim.

During times of heavy rain, such as the 2005 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the springs have been known to flood dramatically and certain areas of the spring during these times may be hazardous.

Near the main spring are several sulfur springs, which are generally unfit for swimming due to fowl odor and possible presence of dangerous wildlife, such as alligators.

External links

* [http://sjr.state.fl.us/programs/plan_monitor/gw_assess/springs/seminole/sanlando.html Springs of the St. Johns Water Management District]