This beautiful spring is named for Juan Ponce de León, who led the first Spanish expedition to Florida in 1513-as ... clear waters of Ponce de Leon Springs where the water temperature remains ...

The allure of Vortex Spring (Ponce de Leon, FL) begins with its stunning waters ... with its own natural springs and hiking trails. The local town offers quaint shops and dining experiences ...

As the mercury rises heading into summer, Floridians flock to one of the many state parks where water in the crystal-clear springs stays right around a refreshing 70 degrees. This tradition has ...

In the summer of 1521, the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon lay dying on a Florida beach, mortally wounded during a skirmish with a native tribe. Drawn by tales of crystal clear springs ...

It’s July in Florida ... town’s name was changed to De Leon Springs to attract tourists, though there are no known records linking Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León to the spring.