FLORIDA PLACES AND DESTINATIONS:
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS

Defuniak Springs Florida

The county seat of Walton County, DeFuniak Springs is centered around a completely round lake, Lake DeFuniak, once known as Big Pond. Today, Lake DeFuniak is said to be one of two perfectly round lakes in the world.

Downtown DeFuniak Springs is graced with many attractive historic landmarks, gardens, and parks – one of which is the Walton-Defuniak Library. Established in 1886, it is the second oldest library in Florida, with only the library in St. Augustine considered as being older.




Another attraction is the The Depot Station, a Museum with Historical items from Walton County.

The Historic Chautauqua Building is also owned by the City of DeFuniak Springs and though a large portion of the auditorium was severely damaged during a hurricane in 1975 and was subsequently removed, remaining portions of the building have been restored and continue to serve as a focal point of the community.

An annual event – the Florida Chautauqua Assembly held in February offers classes, lectures, workshops, craft activities, and fun for all ages.