Blue Springs State Park in Alabama, USA - map and visitor information
Blue Springs State Park in Clio, Alabama, centers on spring-fed swimming pools and picnic areas. The spring stays at 68°F year-round. Plan around the early gate closure, especially for a short afternoon visit.
Highlights
The pools provide the park’s defining experience, while picnic areas and Magnolia Trail offer time away from the water. This is an Alabama state park managed by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Know before you go
Fees, hours, and seasonal access
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Entrance fees | Admission in USD: ages 12–61, $5 per person; ages 4–11 and 62+, $3; ages 3 and younger, free. Veterans and active-duty military enter free with ID; dependents are excluded. |
| Opening hours | October 1–February 28: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. March 1–September 30: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. The gate closes one hour before the park. |
| Seasonal access | The park opens daily year-round. Confirm pool availability with the office before traveling. |
Safety information
No lifeguard is on duty. Visitors swim at their own risk. Read the official swimming information before entering the pools.
Visit responsibly
Use the picnic tables or bring a blanket for the park’s green spaces. Keep your group’s belongings together around the shared picnic areas.
Pavilion rentals
Pavilions are available to rent. Call the park office about availability and arrangements for your group.
Maps, location, and access
The park address is 2595 AL-10, Clio, AL 36017. Use that road address for arrival. The Magnolia Trail page provides the official trail map.
Nearby parks
Lakepoint State Park is an Eufaula-area option with an entrance on AL-285 off US-431. Frank Jackson State Park is in Opp at 100 Jerry Adams Drive. These are regional road trips, rather than adjoining parks.
Things to do
Combine time at the spring pools with a picnic or a walk on Magnolia Trail. Birdwatchers can also use this official stop on the Wiregrass Alabama Birding Trail.
Picnic facilities
Picnic tables and green spaces provide places for a meal between other activities. Bring chairs or a blanket if you want to sit on the grass. Ask staff about the access features your group needs.
About the park
The spring supplies the pools and gives the park its name. The pools and picnic areas form the focus of a day visit.
Wildlife and habitats
The park participates in the Wiregrass region of the Alabama Birding Trail. Bring binoculars for a birdwatching break between other activities.
Contact
For hours, admission, and current conditions, use the official Blue Springs State Park page or call 334-397-4875.
Average weather in Blue Springs State Park
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Temp min
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Snow
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| Jan | 15 °C | 5 °C | 98 mm | 1 cm |
| Feb | 17 °C | 8 °C | 121 mm | 0 cm |
| Mar | 21 °C | 10 °C | 90 mm | 0 cm |
| Apr | 24 °C | 13 °C | 118 mm | 0 cm |
| May | 29 °C | 18 °C | 90 mm | 0 cm |
| Jun | 31 °C | 22 °C | 95 mm | 0 cm |
| Jul | 32 °C | 23 °C | 113 mm | 0 cm |
| Aug | 32 °C | 23 °C | 123 mm | 0 cm |
| Sep | 30 °C | 21 °C | 95 mm | 0 cm |
| Oct | 26 °C | 16 °C | 67 mm | 0 cm |
| Nov | 20 °C | 10 °C | 64 mm | 0 cm |
| Dec | 17 °C | 8 °C | 134 mm | 0 cm |
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