This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network – Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. SILVER SPRINGS — ...

No jewel in the crown of natural springs that ring North Central Florida shines brighter than Silver Springs, now with further protections within Silver Springs State Park. Over the past eight years, ...

If you are looking for a great day trip, there are many fun things to do in Silver Springs, Florida! Silver Springs is in north central Florida, conveniently located less than 1.5 hours from Crystal ...

The boat, nearing completion at St. Johns Ship Building, features a flat deck, ample aisles, convenient access and inch-thick windows on the spring-fed waters. The Tampa Bay Times e-Newspaper is a ...

OCALA, Fla. (AP) - Florida’s 150 years of treating tourists to gushing springs, lolling manatees, curious fish and emerald grasses undulating in invisible currents is about to take a turn because of a ...

For the second time in four years, Silver Springs attraction is being sold. Ogden Corp. recently entered an agreement to sell its theme and water parks division, including Silver Springs and 15 other ...

Growing up in Marion County meant swimming in historic swimming holes like Juniper, Silver Glen, Salt and Silver springs. In those magical waters we learned to swim, snorkel and identify fish and ...