The Devil's Punchbowl
Homosassa, Florida
| Address: | Chassahowitzka River, Florida, USA |
| GPS: |
28°42'54.0"N 82°34'35.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Florida |
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The Devil's Punchbowl, also known as Solutions Hole, is a unique swimming hole formed from a spring on the Chassahowitzka River. This tidal river creates a unique mix of fresh and salt water providing interesting colors and wildlife.
The Devil's Punchbowl is the main pool formed from one of the freshwater springs mixing with the salty river. This turquoise pool has clean water and is about 100 feet in diameter and 25 feet deep. This pool has many unique features including a small series of naturally lite tunnels in corral. These tunnels make for great exploration for swimmers and provide hiding places for a variety of marine life. Swimming through these tunnels, or solution holes, should be done carefully and at your own risk.
Near this Parking near any of the springs at Chassahowitzka River costs $1.50 per car. Swimming is allowed all year, with crowds being the lightest during the winter.
More Information
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Homosassa, Florida
- Head northwest on W Woodland Pl toward S Division Ave (85 ft)
- Turn right onto W Yulee Dr (1.0 mi)
- Turn right to stay on W Yulee Dr (1.5 mi)
- Continue straight onto W Bradshaw St (0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto US-19 S/
US-98 S/ S Suncoast Blvd (5.2 mi) - Turn right onto W Miss Maggie Dr (1.6 mi)
- Turn right to stay on W Miss Maggie DrDestination will be on the left(0.3 mi)
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