O'Leno State Park- O'Leno, Fla
N 29° 55.179 W 082° 36.226
17R E 345185 N 3310962
A nice quiet place to spend the day or a weekend camping, fishing, hiking or just exploring.
Waymark Code: WMHZ6A
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 08/30/2013
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Located along the banks of the scenic Santa Fe River, a tributary of the Suwannee River, the park features sinkholes, hardwood hammocks, river swamps, and sandhills. As the river courses through the park, it disappears underground and reemerges over three miles away in the River Rise State Preserve. One of Florida's first state parks, O'Leno was first developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s. The suspension bridge built by the CCC still spans the river. Visitors can picnic at one of the pavilions or fish in the river for their dinner. Canoes and bicycles are available for rent. While hiking the nature trails, visitors can look for wildlife and enjoy the beauty of native plants. The shady, full-facility campground is the perfect place for a relaxing overnight stay. Located on U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.
Name of Park, Protected Area, or Cultural Location: O'leno State Park
Name of System or Passport Program: Florida State Parks
Passport Available: Yes, for purchase
Parking or Entrance Fee: Not listed
Park Website: [Web Link]
Address of Station:
410 S.E. Oleno Park Road
High Springs, Fla USA
32643
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Visit Instructions:
No special instructions, but a picture of yourself or of something unique to that place would be a nice touch.