The Springs of Silver River

4.5/5
(367) · Hiking area in Ocala, United States
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4.5/5 · 367 reviews
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Mar 1, 2025
We always bring visitors here. The water is so clear that everyone can enjoy the view. There are also walking paths. We like to kayak on this river, but taking it easy on the glass bottom boat is a n…Full review by kmbingo102
Jan 20, 2025
Was staying in Ocala and took a 15 drive over to Silver Springs state park to see the manatee’s and monkeys. It was a nice park but did not see any manatees or monkeys, they had a glass bottom boat …Full review by Stay32815694718
Dec 10, 2024
Beautiful springs however bad and insulting jokes from Captain were inappropriate for young and old alike. Lessened my enjoyment of seeing manatees that were disturbed by boat running Overtop of the…Full review by Hilarie J

Questions & answers

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Is the park open this weekend 6/14/2020? also can we use our pantoon boat or rental is the only option
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Call them to be sure, however I do believe it is open
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Answer by Pedro C · Jun 13, 2020
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We planned on tomorrow taking a trip stacking the river. With the chilly temps (we are from mn) would you find …
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We planned on tomorrow taking a trip stacking the river. With the chilly temps (we are from mn) would you find something else to do?
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Hi, l personaly don’t like to go out on the water when the weather is cold. However, many people don’t mind the cold. The water always makes it feel a bit colder in the winter. On …
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Hi, l personaly don’t like to go out on the water when the weather is cold. However, many people don’t mind the cold. The water always makes it feel a bit colder in the winter. On the up side, it will probably be less congested with people. Have a nice day.
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How much to get it
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Very reasonable charge for about a half hour tour. If there are enough people waiting in line, they will load a boat earlier than scheduled time. The "captains" of the glass bottom boats …
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Very reasonable charge for about a half hour tour. If there are enough people waiting in line, they will load a boat earlier than scheduled time. The "captains" of the glass bottom boats are Coast Guard certified which is very comforting also.
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Are the tours, kayaks etc available in January?
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Yes, the park is open year round.
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What are the different ways that you can stay overnight in Florida State Parks?
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Florida's state parks offer multiple ways to stay in our parks overnight and enjoy the great outdoors:
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