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§ 02 — OVERVIEW
Located on the western shore of Lake George, the 7 acre Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area is located on the eastern edge of the Ocala National Forest off State Road 19 approximately 6 miles north of the intersection of State Roads 40 and 19. The area, privately developed, has been under USDA Forest Service administration since 1990. The spring releases 65 million gallons of fresh water per day and a lush subtropical forest ecosystem surrounds the spring that is described as the most beautiful spring on the Ocala National Forest.
It is here where Jody, from the book “The Yearling” fell asleep watching the hypnotic action of the “flutter mill” that he had built in the water. There are no overnight camping facilities. Snorkeling is permitted but no scuba diving is allowed. This location is a seasonal sanctuary for manatees, due to its constantly 72-degree water temperatures. Dangerous wildlife such as bears, hogs, and venomous snakes frequent the area. Timed 1-Day Personal Vehicle Reservation tickets will be required on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays between and including Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend. Amenities include a walk-up store with snacks, beverages, and souvenirs, portable toilets, changing area, picnic tables, grills, bear-proof storage, and a canoe/kayak/SUP launch area.
§ 03 — TRAILS NEARBY
§ 04 — CONDITIONS
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§ 05 — SIGNAL
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§ 06—09 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 07 — REVIEWS
§ 08 — TRIP REPORTS
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§ 01 — VITALS
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Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
Jun
93°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
7 mph W
Sat
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
2 to 7 mph W
Sun
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
2 mph NW
Mon
95°F
Sunny
0 to 3 mph W
Tue
95°F
Sunny
3 mph W
Wed
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
3 mph W
Thu
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
2 mph SW