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Salt Springs
Salt Springs Recreation Area is located between the St. Johns and Ocklawaha Rivers, 35 miles east of Ocala, in the Ocala National Forest. The recreation area included a spectacular natural mineral spring, which gives the area its name. The semi-tropical region gives the campground a mixture of pines and palms, which lush greenery and warm temperatures.
There is plenty of activity to keep campers occupied, in addition to swimming the springs, campers come to fish, snorkel, hike and boat. Hikers have easy access to the Florida National Scenic Trail. The springs, Lake George and the many surrounding rivers and streams provide ample opportunity for water activities.
Reservations can be made year round, and can be made up to 6 months in advance. They must however, be made at least four days before your intended arrival date.
Within Facility |
- An Easter Sunrise Service is Held
- Basketball Court/Horseshoe Pitch
- Beach & Swimming
- Boat Launch Ramp
- Campground Store
- Canoeing
- Drinking Water
- Dump Station
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- Fishing
- Grills/Fire Rings/Firewood for Sale
- Interpretive Programs/Trails
- Laundry
- Picnic Tables
- Public Marina
- Restroom/Flush Toilet
- Showers
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Park Fees
Admission Fees (no diving) - $4.00 per vehicle (up to 8 people). $1.00 per pedestrian or bicycle. No admission fee for children under 6 years of age. All State Park Passes are honored. Diving Fee - $10.00 per person (includes entrance fee). Cavern and cave diving only, no open water diving. All cavern divers must be accompanied by a certified cave diver or instructor. All divers must show proof of certification prior to diving, solo diving is not permitted
Marion County
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