Hampton Springs Hotel Historical Site — Attraction in Perry

Visit while you can before county commissioners give it away!

Hampton Springs Hotel, once a luxurious resort in Taylor County, Florida, has a rich and somewhat eerie history. Built in the early 1900s, it was marketed as a “health spa” due to the natural sulfur springs on the property, which were believed to have healing properties. This drew affluent guests from all over the country, including some notable politicians and celebrities, who came to bathe in the sulfur springs, enjoy the lavish amenities, and experience the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

At its peak, Hampton Springs was truly grand, with amenities like golf courses, tennis courts, a casino, ballroom, and even an indoor pool. The hotel’s allure and exclusivity made it a popular destination for visitors seeking both relaxation and rejuvenation, along with a bit of Southern charm and elegance.

Unfortunately, the hotel’s fate took a downward turn over the years. The Great Depression and later World War II hit the resort hard, but the final blow came in 1954 when a fire destroyed much of the property. Afterward, the hotel was abandoned and eventually fell into ruins. Today, Hampton Springs is a haunting yet intriguing historic site. While little remains of the original structure, visitors can still explore the ruins, which are part of a park maintained by Taylor County. The park includes the remains of the pool, foundation stones, and some walkways.

Although mostly in ruins, Hampton Springs Park serves as a beautiful yet eerie spot for local history, with trails and scenic views of the springs. Many locals and history enthusiasts visit to experience the quiet, almost ghostly atmosphere and get a glimpse of what was once a symbol of luxury in...

This is a fascinating old place, have been several times over the years. There are bathrooms and you can still dip your feet in the spring but the pool has been fenced up and access to the river where the spring flows in has been fenced off as well. They have also posted a 24-hour park attendant who lives on site in a camper. It was sad to see that some people abusing this beautiful site has led to these restrictions. It does however look like they may be adding or revamping some trails on the other side of the bridge/river. Great photo ops here and I recommend googling some of the history and looking at pictures of the old...

Enjoyed touring the ruins and learning about Hampton Springs and the area from Miss Sissy!!

She sure is a beautiful ray of sunshine for the area and all her efforts don’t go unrecognized. The county is blessed to have her as part of the team.

It was tough to find the entrance to the land as the sign on 98 is no longer there.

Looking forward to a...