Guidebook for Things to Do in Suwanee County
Parks & Nature
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Big Shoals State Park features the largest whitewater rapids in Florida. mossy oaks and the wild Suwannee River make White Springs especially popular with paddlers, hikers, bikers, birders and anglers. Big Shoals State Park in White Springs boasts Florida's largest whitewater rapids. Over 28 miles of wooded trails provide opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.
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Parque Estadual Big Shoals
11330 SE Co Rd 135Big Shoals State Park features the largest whitewater rapids in Florida. mossy oaks and the wild Suwannee River make White Springs especially popular with paddlers, hikers, bikers, birders and anglers. Big Shoals State Park in White Springs boasts Florida's largest whitewater rapids. Over 28 miles of wooded trails provide opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park has 2 major springs, a spring run and six sinkholes,.This park features one of the longest underwater cave systems in the continental United States. An interpretive nature trail leads visitors on a path tracing the twisting tunnels of the caves far below their feet. Swimming in Peacock Springs and Orange Grove Sink are popular .Activities:Birding, Hiking, Scuba/Diving, Snorkeling, Grills, Picnic Area, Pets on Leash Allowed, Length of Trail (in miles): 1.2,
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Parque Estadual Wes Skiles Peacock Springs
18532 180th StWes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park has 2 major springs, a spring run and six sinkholes,.This park features one of the longest underwater cave systems in the continental United States. An interpretive nature trail leads visitors on a path tracing the twisting tunnels of the caves far below their feet. Swimming in Peacock Springs and Orange Grove Sink are popular .Activities:Birding, Hiking, Scuba/Diving, Snorkeling, Grills, Picnic Area, Pets on Leash Allowed, Length of Trail (in miles): 1.2,
Suwannee River Greenway at Branford- Railroad heritage and renowned rivers provide opportunities to experience history and nature along the Suwannee River Greenway at Branford. The greenway is home to a rewarding rail-trail that provides scenic views of Old Florida. The Suwannee River marks the trail's western terminus while the clear-flowing Ichetucknee River is located at the eastern end. Nearby Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Branford Springs provide opportunities for a swim and tube ride. l , Length of Trail (in miles): 12
Suwannee River Greenway
Suwannee River GreenwaySuwannee River Greenway at Branford- Railroad heritage and renowned rivers provide opportunities to experience history and nature along the Suwannee River Greenway at Branford. The greenway is home to a rewarding rail-trail that provides scenic views of Old Florida. The Suwannee River marks the trail's western terminus while the clear-flowing Ichetucknee River is located at the eastern end. Nearby Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Branford Springs provide opportunities for a swim and tube ride. l , Length of Trail (in miles): 12
. Lafayette Blue Springs State Park- take a dip in this first magnitude spring, walk across the natural limestone bridge that crosses the spring run flowing into the Suwannee River or picnic under the oaks with their swaying Spanish moss. Fish or canoe on the Suwannee River. Bicycling, hiking and wildlife viewing. The picnic area has tables, grills and two pavilions
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Parque Estadual Lafayette Blue Springs
799 Blue Springs Rd. Lafayette Blue Springs State Park- take a dip in this first magnitude spring, walk across the natural limestone bridge that crosses the spring run flowing into the Suwannee River or picnic under the oaks with their swaying Spanish moss. Fish or canoe on the Suwannee River. Bicycling, hiking and wildlife viewing. The picnic area has tables, grills and two pavilions
THE GULF OF MEXICO! Only one hour away A fun and beautiful drive from the Oasis in the Woods to the Gulf of Mexico to the old Florida town of Steinhatchee! see what OLD Florida looked like and great family beaches
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Steinhatchee
THE GULF OF MEXICO! Only one hour away A fun and beautiful drive from the Oasis in the Woods to the Gulf of Mexico to the old Florida town of Steinhatchee! see what OLD Florida looked like and great family beaches
Want to try the Atlantic Ocean? Jacksonville Beach offers the best in night life and touristy needs if you want something a bit more children friendly, only another 20 minutes from Jackson is St. Augustine
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Praia de Jacksonville
601 1st St SWant to try the Atlantic Ocean? Jacksonville Beach offers the best in night life and touristy needs if you want something a bit more children friendly, only another 20 minutes from Jackson is St. Augustine
Arts & Culture
Situated on the banks of the legendary Suwannee River, this center honors the memory of American composer Stephen Foster, who wrote "Old Folks at Home," the song that made the river famous. The museum features exhibits about Foster's most famous songs and his music can be heard emanating from the park's 97-bell carillon throughout the day. In Craft Square, visitors can watch demonstrations of quilting, blacksmithing, stained glass making, and other crafts, or visit the gift shop. Hiking, bicycling, canoeing, and wildlife viewing are popular activities. Miles of trails wind through some of the most scenic areas of North Florida. hosts annual Florida Folk Festival.
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Parque Estadual do Centro de Cultura Popular Stephen Foster
11016 Lillian Sanders DrSituated on the banks of the legendary Suwannee River, this center honors the memory of American composer Stephen Foster, who wrote "Old Folks at Home," the song that made the river famous. The museum features exhibits about Foster's most famous songs and his music can be heard emanating from the park's 97-bell carillon throughout the day. In Craft Square, visitors can watch demonstrations of quilting, blacksmithing, stained glass making, and other crafts, or visit the gift shop. Hiking, bicycling, canoeing, and wildlife viewing are popular activities. Miles of trails wind through some of the most scenic areas of North Florida. hosts annual Florida Folk Festival.
Food Scene
The 406 on Duval
406 Duval St NEBest food in 40 miles and very resonable
Essentials
This is the closest supermarket and is 15 minutes away
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Publix Super Market at South Oaks Square
1528 Ohio Avenue SouthThis is the closest supermarket and is 15 minutes away
CVS Pharmacy
1005 Ohio Ave Sclosest pharmacy
Entertainment & Activities
Mystic Jungle Educational Facility provides life time homes to many displaced exotic animals. We are their final home. We are not open to the public but rather do tours by reservation, free tours once a month on Sunday afternoons Private tours are generally scheduled on Tues., Thurs
Mystic Jungle Educational Facility Inc.
U.S. 129Mystic Jungle Educational Facility provides life time homes to many displaced exotic animals. We are their final home. We are not open to the public but rather do tours by reservation, free tours once a month on Sunday afternoons Private tours are generally scheduled on Tues., Thurs
International Falconry Academy- Falconry Experiences, workshops and courses. A hands-on encounter with Falcons, Hawks and Owls. . Witness the prey-predator relationship close up and partner with nature's most spectacular hunters, for an hour, a day or up to three days Click here for link
International Falconry Academy
15209 165th RdInternational Falconry Academy- Falconry Experiences, workshops and courses. A hands-on encounter with Falcons, Hawks and Owls. . Witness the prey-predator relationship close up and partner with nature's most spectacular hunters, for an hour, a day or up to three days Click here for link
2. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park 386-364-1683- Situated on 600 acres along the historic Suwannee River, this outstanding park offers a full event calendar of great musical performances, as well as a large variety of recreational activities such as horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, and camping. A cafe is also on site.
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Parque de Música Spirit of the Suwannee
3076 95th Dr2. Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park 386-364-1683- Situated on 600 acres along the historic Suwannee River, this outstanding park offers a full event calendar of great musical performances, as well as a large variety of recreational activities such as horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, and camping. A cafe is also on site.
DragonFly Ranch Florida - Horseback riding on the Suwannee River Trails - We would like to invite you to visit us and ride with us along the Suwannee river. Discover a preserved habitat for wildlife species on the wilderness trails, hidden springs and sinkholes along the Suwanee river Click here for link
DragonFly Ranch
22586 132nd StDragonFly Ranch Florida - Horseback riding on the Suwannee River Trails - We would like to invite you to visit us and ride with us along the Suwannee river. Discover a preserved habitat for wildlife species on the wilderness trails, hidden springs and sinkholes along the Suwanee river Click here for link