Located in the center of St. Johns River in Volusia County and just about a half-hour from Blue Spring, Hontoon Island is only accessible by private boat or park ferry. The island has pine flatwoods, palm and oak hammocks, bald cypress swamps, marshes, and is surrounded by the St. Johns River, the Hontoon Dead River,…
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Wekiwa Springs State Park is renowned for its crystal-clear springs, lush tropical hammocks, and abundant wildlife. The park has been a beloved destination for nature enthusiasts and families alike, offering various activities catering to all interests and ages. The park is a haven for water enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming in…
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Just over and hour and a half from Orlando Crystal River is one of the state’s most biologically diverse estuaries and one of the few locations where gorgeous spring-fed freshwater mixes with the saltwater of the Gulf of Mexico. About 25 minutes north of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, it offers many of the same…
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Just a short 45 minute drive from Orlando Blue Spring State Park is literally a breath of fresh air from the big theme parks. If seeing a manatee in the wild is on your wildlife bucket list then you’ve come to the right place. Manatee season is November through March, when Blue Spring becomes home…
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