Green Cove Springs, County seat in Clay County, Florida, United States.
Green Cove Springs sits along the western bank of the St. Johns River, featuring a natural sulfur spring that flows at 72 degrees Fahrenheit.
The area transformed from White Sulfur Springs in 1854 to Green Cove Springs in 1866, becoming the Clay County seat in 1871.
Spring Park hosts regular community gatherings, including the Christmas on Walnut Street Festival and the annual Parade of Trees in December.
The Military Museum of North Florida exhibits regional military artifacts, while Spring Park provides river access and recreational facilities.
A natural spring, known as the Original Fountain of Youth, has drawn visitors to this location for over 7,000 years.
Location: Clay County
Inception: 1854
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
Website: http://www.greencovesprings.com/
Website: http://greencovesprings.com
GPS coordinates: 29.99278,-81.68389
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:47
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