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Alexander Springs Wilderness

Alexander Springs Wilderness

0.04km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Alexander Springs Wilderness is a beautiful and untouched landscape full of springs, streams, wet prairies and dense forests. Visitors come to swim in the crystal clear waters or take an afternoon walk along one of the many trails. This 850-acre area is known for its prehistoric fossils and middens, ancient curved sand ridges created by Native Americans thousands of years ago. There are also towering pines and hardwoods that provide plenty of shade during your visit.

Clearwater Lake Recreation

Clearwater Lake Recreation

11.52km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

There are 32 acres in the lake. The recreation area has hiking and biking trails. Kayakers also use the area.

Lake George State Forest

Lake George State Forest

13.57km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

The Lake George State Forest is formed from land that was previously used for timber production, production of naval stores, cattle grazing, and hunting.

Ocala National Forest - Seminole Ranger Station

Ocala National Forest - Seminole Ranger Station

17.09km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

The Ocala National Forest,is the oldest federally-protected forest east of the Mississippi River. Spanning over 385,000 acres of protected land, this forest is filled with natural springs, over 600 lakes and rivers, trails for hiking and biking, and a variety of wildlife. There's even a Ranger Station that serves as an education center, providing information on the area's plant life and history. There are also many campgrounds available throughout the park.

Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge

Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge

21.69km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

To provide habitat for migrating and wintering birds, the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1964.

De León Springs State Park

De León Springs State Park

21.86km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

De Leon Springs State Park has a land area of 625 acres. State parks in Florida are open from 8 a.m. to sundown every day of the year (including holidays).

Hontoon Island State Park

Hontoon Island State Park

24.38km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

There are 1,648 acres in Hontoon Island State Park. The park is open year-round from 8:00 am until one hour before sunset.

Stetson Mansion

Stetson Mansion

25.57km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

In honour of the cowboy hat inventor John B. Stetson, the John B. Stetson House was built. Philadelphia architect George T. Pearson designed the house in 1886.

Seminole State Forest

Seminole State Forest

26.1km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Seminole State Forest covers 25,812 acres in Central Florida. The forest is accessible via Florida State Road 44, Lake County Road 46A, and Florida State Road 46.

Clifford House

Clifford House

26.84km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

The Clifford House is a historic home. The Clifford House was owned by G.D. Clifford, an early settler and local businessman. Clifford House is filled with period antiques and local history displays in each of its rooms.

DeLand House Museum

DeLand House Museum

26.99km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

As part of the West Volusia Historical Society, the DeLand House Museum preserves materials related to the history of western Volusia County.

Museum of Art-DeLand

Museum of Art-DeLand

27.04km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

DeLand's Museum of Art is a visual arts museum devoted to collecting, preserving, studying, displaying, and educating about the fine arts.

African American Museum of the Arts

African American Museum of the Arts

27.04km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Irene D. and Maxwell Johnson founded the African American Museum of the Arts. They helped establish a board of directors on September 22, 1994, following a meeting with friends and community leaders

Ferran Park

Ferran Park

27.26km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Ferran Park is an outstanding park that offers a wide range of activities such as biking and jogging on the trails, fishing and swimming in the nearby creek, as well as picnicking and camping. there is also playgrounds for small children to explore and enjoy. For those looking for more adventure, there are numerous wildlife sightings that can include hawks, woodpeckers, and squirrels. All in all, It is a great place to come spend time with friends and family or just get away from it all.

Blue Spring State Park

Blue Spring State Park

27.59km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

In 1972, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection acquired Blue Spring State Park to initiate its manatee protection program.

Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area

Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area

29.14km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

This 4,518 acre marsh system is teeming with lush wildlife and stunning landscapes. This park is perfect for exploring nature’s diversity with its range of cypress swamps, hardwood hammocks, ponds and creeks. Here you can take an afternoon stroll around the looping miles of trails and enjoy cute sights like seven native species of turtles and more than 200 species of birds. You can also go on a canoe or kayak tour which allows you to explore the area in its entirety.

Lake Eustis

Lake Eustis

29.26km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Lake Eustis covers approximately 7,000 acres. Beautiful Lake County is home to Leesburg, Eustis, Tavares, and Mount Dora, all of which boast excellent tourist accommodations and all kinds of sports activities that will delight any sports enthusiast.

Mount Dora Center for the Arts

Mount Dora Center for the Arts

31.75km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

In 1975, a group of art-loving citizens held the first Mount Dora Arts Festival. It was a small event, but it was a big success. It was decided to have an Arts Festival every year.

Mount Dora History Museum

Mount Dora History Museum

31.79km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

There are exhibits depicting the history of Mount Dora at the Mount Dora History Museum (formerly the Royellou Museum). The building was originally a firehouse and jail.

Rock Springs Run State Reserve

Rock Springs Run State Reserve

33.97km from Alexander Springs Recreation Area

14,000 acres of Rock Springs Run State Reserve make up this State Park. Bicycling, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, hunting, and wildlife viewing are among the activities.

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Alexander Springs Recreation Area

Alexander Springs Recreation Area

49525 County Rd 445, Altoona, FL 32702, USA

There are 7,941 acres in the wilderness. The Alexander Springs Wilderness is located in the Ocala National Forest, which is the oldest forest east of the Mississippi.