Rainbow Springs State Park Tickets & Fees
Everything you need to know about admission prices, tubing costs, camping rates, and annual pass options at one of Florida's most beautiful springs near Ocala.
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New for 2026: Day-Use Reservations Required
In 2026 a day-use reservation is required to enter through the main (headsprings) entrance; registered campers and tubers are exempt. The main parking lot is also being renovated from Sept. 9, 2026 to Feb. 4, 2027, with limited parking, so plan your arrival accordingly.
Park Admission Fees
Rainbow Springs State Park charges standard Florida State Parks admission fees at the main headspring entrance. These fees apply year-round and are separate from tubing or camping costs.
$5
Per Vehicle
2 to 8 occupants
$4
Single Occupant Vehicle
Driver only
$2
Pedestrian / Cyclist
Walk-in or bike entry
When the headsprings reaches capacity, the park closes to all visitors until it reopens, and cars may not wait in line in the park or on nearby roads. Come early on summer weekends and holidays.
Tubing Fees & Season
Tubing Costs
Guest Services shuttles you about 2 miles upstream and you float back to your vehicle. The shuttle costs the same if you bring your own tube. Tube rental and shuttle prices are not published online; contact Guest Services at 833-945-2925 for current pricing. Tubers must be at least 5 years old, and 5- and 6-year-olds must wear a life jacket.
Tubing Season & Hours
The last tram leaves at 4:30 PM. The park recommends avoiding weekends if you can, or arriving early on weekends and holidays. In September, call 833-945-2925 to confirm it is open, as it may close for weather.
For more details on the tubing experience, check out our Rainbow River Tubing Guide.
Camping Fees
Campsite Rates
Reservation Details
- Book at reserve.floridastateparks.org or call 800-326-3521
- Check-in 3 PM or later; no early check-in
- Separate campground entrance at 18185 SW 94th St., a few miles from the headsprings
- Gates stay locked; call 352-465-8550 on arrival day for the gate code
Learn more about the campground in our Rainbow Springs Campground Guide.
Annual Pass Options
If you visit Florida state parks often, an Annual Entrance Pass covers day-use entry at 174 state parks and trails, including Rainbow Springs.
Individual
$60
per pass
- - Day-use entry for one named passholder
- - 174 state parks and trails
- - 33% off at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park
Family
$120
per pass
- - Up to 8 people entering as a group
- - 174 state parks and trails
- - Up to two named passholders
Annual passes are sold at park ranger stations and online at reserve.floridastateparks.org (online orders add a $6 convenience fee and $10 shipping). At Rainbow Springs, pass sales are limited to weekdays that are not holidays. The pass covers day-use entry only — camping and concession rentals such as tubing cost extra.
How to Buy Tickets & Make Reservations
Day-Use Entry
In 2026 a day-use reservation is required at the main (headsprings) entrance. Book it at reserve.floridastateparks.org before you go. Campers and tubers are exempt.
Tubing
Go to the tubing entrance (10830 SW 180th Ave. Road), pay the park entrance fee, then rent tubes and the shuttle from Guest Services. Call 833-945-2925 for prices and to ask about advance booking.
Camping
Reserve your campsite at reserve.floridastateparks.org or by calling 800-326-3521. The park says the campground is very popular, so book early.
Tips to Save Money at Rainbow Springs
Buy an Annual Pass
The $120 Family Annual Entrance Pass covers up to eight people entering as a group at 174 state parks and trails, so it pays off if your family visits several parks a year.
Visit on Weekdays
Weekday visits are less crowded, meaning shorter waits and a more relaxed experience at the headspring swimming area and trails.
Walk or Bike In
Pedestrian or bicycle entry is $2. If you are staying nearby, this is the cheapest way into the park.
Carpool
At $5 for up to 8 occupants, filling your vehicle is the most cost-effective approach. That is less than $1 per person for park admission.
Skip Tubing, Swim Instead
Swimming in the headsprings area is included with park admission. The water averages 72 degrees year-round; there is no lifeguard, and inflatables are not allowed.
Camp for Multi-Day Visits
RV sites have water, electric and sewer hookups, and registered campers can swim, paddle and fish from the campground on the Rainbow River.
Hours by Area
Headsprings (Main Entrance)
Hours: 8:00 AM to sunset
Season: Open year-round, 365 days
Includes swimming area, trails, gardens, waterfalls, and picnic areas.
Tubing Entrance
Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (last tram 4:30 PM)
Season: First Saturday in April - end of September
Separate entrance on SW 180th Ave Road. Daily in summer, weekends in spring/fall shoulder season.
Campground
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Office: 352-465-8550
Separate entrance at 18185 SW 94th St., Dunnellon. Registered campers only; gates are locked, so call on arrival day for the code.
Official information (checked Oct. 9, 2026): Hours & Fees, Entrances, Experiences & Amenities and annual pass FAQ on floridastateparks.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Rainbow Springs State Park?
The entrance fee is $5 per vehicle with 2 to 8 people, $4 for a single-occupant vehicle, and $2 for pedestrian or bicycle entry. The main headsprings entrance is open 8 a.m. to sunset, 365 days a year, unless it closes at capacity.
Do I need a reservation to visit Rainbow Springs in 2026?
Yes. In 2026 a day-use reservation is required to enter through the main (headsprings) entrance. Registered campers and tubers are exempt. Reserve through the Florida State Parks reservation site (reserve.floridastateparks.org) before you go, especially for weekends and holidays.
How much does tubing at Rainbow Springs cost?
Florida State Parks does not publish the tube rental and shuttle price; it asks visitors to call the concessionaire, Guest Services, at 833-945-2925 for current tubing fees. You pay the park entrance fee at the tubing entrance (10830 SW 180th Ave. Road, Dunnellon) and then rent tubes and the shuttle from Guest Services. Tubing runs from the first Saturday in April through the end of September and is closed October through March.
Can I buy Rainbow Springs tickets online?
Day-use reservations for the main entrance and campsite bookings are made online at reserve.floridastateparks.org (camping can also be booked at 800-326-3521). Tube rental and shuttle are handled on site by Guest Services; call 833-945-2925 for details. Annual passes can be bought online or at the park on weekdays that are not holidays.
Is the Florida State Parks Annual Pass worth it for Rainbow Springs?
It can be. The Individual Annual Entrance Pass costs $60 and covers day-use entry for one named passholder; the Family Annual Entrance Pass costs $120 and covers up to eight people entering as a group. Both are good at 174 Florida state parks and trails. At $5 a carload, the family pass pays off after 24 visits to Rainbow Springs alone, so it makes most sense if you also visit other state parks.
What are the camping fees at Rainbow Springs State Park?
Florida State Parks shows the campsite rate when you book at reserve.floridastateparks.org (or call 800-326-3521). RV sites have water, 20/30/50-amp electric and sewer hookups; tent-only sites are hike-in sites with water and 110 electric. The campground is a separate facility at 18185 SW 94th St., Dunnellon, a few miles from the headsprings.
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Boletos y Tarifas de Rainbow Springs State Park
La entrada a Rainbow Springs State Park, cerca de Ocala, cuesta $5 por vehículo (de 2 a 8 personas), $4 por vehículo con un solo ocupante y $2 para quienes entran a pie o en bicicleta. La entrada principal (headsprings) abre todo el año de 8 a.m. hasta el atardecer, y en 2026 se requiere una reservación de uso diurno para esa entrada. El parque no publica el precio del alquiler de flotadores (tubing) y del transporte; llame a Guest Services al 833-945-2925. El tubing es de temporada, desde el primer sábado de abril hasta fines de septiembre, y la tarifa de entrada al parque es aparte. También hay pases anuales: el individual cuesta $60 y el familiar $120 (hasta 8 personas que entran juntas), válidos en 174 parques y senderos estatales de Florida.
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