Kirsten's Guidebook

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Kirsten's Guidebook

Sightseeing

This website may be helpful when you're planning things to do. Lots of good info! https://www.saltspringsfl.com/attractions
Clear spring water is always 72 degrees. Bring snorkel masks and watch for fish, blue crabs, and manatee (Oct-Feb). Best times: 8am-10am or 5pm-close.
43 locals recommend
Salt Springs Recreation Area
13851 FL-19
43 locals recommend
Clear spring water is always 72 degrees. Bring snorkel masks and watch for fish, blue crabs, and manatee (Oct-Feb). Best times: 8am-10am or 5pm-close.
Recreation area and archeological site. More info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ocala/recarea/?recid=37199
69 locals recommend
Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area
5271 FL-19
69 locals recommend
Recreation area and archeological site. More info: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ocala/recarea/?recid=37199
Wildlife sightseeing - maybe even manatee from October through March! Boat and canoe rentals available.
7 locals recommend
Salt Springs Run Marina & Landing Inc
25711 NE 134th Pl
7 locals recommend
Wildlife sightseeing - maybe even manatee from October through March! Boat and canoe rentals available.
95 locals recommend
Ocala National Forest
Florida 40
95 locals recommend

Traveler advice

Getting around

Ocala National Forest Website

Check the forest service website for Salt Springs recreation area and marina hours, fees, and updates. You will also find downloadable trail maps. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ocala/recarea/?recid=32362
Book before you go

Permits: Fishing, etc.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website has information about recreational and fishing licenses and permits. Available for online purchase before you travel. https://myfwc.com/license/
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Trailhead Access: FL Trail

Hike 2.5 miles on marina entrance road to reach main Florida Trail. https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ocala/recarea/?recid=44050
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Salt Springs Attractions

This website may be helpful when you're planning things to do. Lots of good info! https://www.saltspringsfl.com/attractions
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Best Fishing Times for Lake Kerr

Fishing updates: https://www.hookandbullet.com/fishing-little-lake-kerr-crescent-city-fl/best-fishing-times/
Getting around

Lake Kerr Boat Launch

Moorhead Lake Kerr boat launch and park gives access to Lake Kerr and Little Lake Kerr. Located at 20740 NE 140th Street, Salt Springs
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Best Springs in Florida

Article: "14 Best Springs in Florida | PlanetWare" https://www.planetware.com/florida/best-springs-in-florida-us-fl-446.htm