Parks and Recreation - Columbia County, FL
WEBBelow are listings of parks that offer various passive recreation opportunities, as well as information on our community centers, boat ramps and the joint County-City active recreation programs.
O'Leno State Park | Florida State Parks
WEBAug 26, 2022 · This historic park along a rustic North Florida river offers the perfect escape into the wilderness. One of Florida's first state parks, O'Leno State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
O'Leno State Park - Wikipedia
WEBO'Leno State Park is a Florida State Park located on the Santa Fe River six miles north of High Springs on U.S. 441. Many facilities at the park were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
List of Florida state parks - Wikipedia
WEBThere are 175 [1] state parks and 9 state trails in the U.S. state of Florida which encompass more than 800,000 acres (320,000 ha), [2] providing recreational opportunities for both residents and tourists.
25 Best Natural Things to Do in Columbia County - Visit Natural …
WEBJan 20, 2022 · You can spend a day on the famous river while soaking in the sights of old Florida. The 246-mile Suwannee originates in Georgia and flows to the Gulf of Mexico. 170 of those miles make up the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail and connect preserves and wilderness areas to Florida State Parks.
Ichetucknee Springs State Park - Visit Natural North Florida
WEBOct 28, 2015 · As one of the most visited national, natural landmarks in the region, Ichetucknee Springs State Park is a Columbia County must-see. It’s centrally located along the Ichetucknee River, and connects to several springs, including Ichetucknee, Ginnie, Lily, Poe and the High Springs Emporium.
Top 10 Springs in Columbia County - Lake City
WEBIf you’ve never seen the natural springs in and around Columbia County, Florida, you’re missing out on some of the most beautiful (and fun) places to visit in the state. My family planned a three-day adventure to tour the area’s top 10 springs —where we discovered a whole new kind of playground.
Ichetucknee Springs State Park - Wikipedia
WEBIchetucknee Springs State Park is a 2,241-acre (9.07 km 2) Florida State Park and National Natural Landmark located 4 miles (6 km) northwest of Fort White off State Road 47 and State Road 238. It centers around the 6-mile-long (10 km) Ichetucknee River, which flows through shaded hammocks and wetlands into the Santa Fe River.
Columbia County, Florida: Always Spring Time
WEBWhile Columbia County only has one city and one town, it has historic architecture, wonderful back roads, natural beauty and wildlife, birdwatching along the Great Florida Birding Trail, and two state parks, one of which is among the most popular in Florida.
Columbia County Sports Commission Hiking
WEBThe county also features portions of the 1,300-mile Florida National Scenic Trail, which winds along the historic Suwannee River and through picturesque woodlands. Additionally, nine state parks, rich in natural and historical significance, are scattered throughout the county and surrounding areas.