Juniper Springs
Located in the Ocala
National Forest,
Juniper Springs has long been known as one of the best recreation areas
in the eastern United States. With a flow of about 20 million gallons
of water daily, the spring boils up through white sand that creates the
illusion of clouds in the water. The seven mile canoe trail formed by
this spring and its neighbor, Fern Hammock Springs, offers a wild and
scenic trip for the canoeist. Abundant wildlife can be seen along the
canoe trail, including river otters, deer and wading birds. A section
of the Florida Trail passes near the campgrounds, and a ¾ mile
nature trail offers a leisurely stroll past numerous small springs.
Directions: From Orlando, take I-4 East to Exit
54, SR-472. Turn west onto SR-472 2-5/10 miles to US-17 North. Travel
17-6/10 miles on US-17 to FL-40. Turn left on FL-40 and travel 19-1/10
miles to the campground entrance.
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