Parks and Outdoors

Ahhh, the great outdoors. It’s what Lake City, Florida’s Springlands is all about. Whether it’s a romp in a crystalline spring, a float down a spring-fed river, fishing in a lake, walking a trail or simply relaxing under the sun just about anywhere, you can do all of it and more in Lake City, Florida’s Springlands.

The generous array of parks in Florida’s Springlands offers a wide range of experiences, from a place that commemorates Florida’s largest Civil War battle, to a vast national forest, to several parks that are set amid freshwater springs and rivers. Basically, there’s a park for just about everyone.

Big Shoals State Park is home to the largest whitewater rapids in the state of Florida, with a Class III whitewater rapids classification.

Big Shoals State Park

Big Shoals State Park

Big Shoals State Park is home to the largest whitewater rapids in the state of Florida, with a Class III whitewater rapids classification.
Ichetucknee Springs State Park’s 2,669 acres provide wonderful swimming and river activities, a haven for wildlife, and eight crystalline natural springs.

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Ichetucknee Springs State Park’s 2,669 acres provide wonderful swimming and river activities, a haven for wildlife, and eight crystalline natural springs.

Paddling Adventures at Ichetucknee Springs
Paddling Adventures is the only kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboard rental facility located inside Ichetucknee Springs State Park. At Paddling Adventures, you can short paddle the Ichetucknee River or long paddle the Ichetucknee to the Santa Fe River.
Deep Spring Farm
Retreat to Alachua Florida’s Deep Spring Farm for Ecology | Edibles | Events. Customize your experience within 22 acres of organic farm gardens, spring-fed ponds, meadows, woodlands, and essential facilities for people.
Santa Fe Canoe Outpost
Located on the Santa Fe River the Santa Fe Canoe Outpost offers numerous canoe and kayak trips to choose from, no matter your experience level. In addition to providing canoes, and kayaks, they also offer shuttle services for those that have their own kayak, canoe, or camping equipment.
Quail Heights Lodge & Country Club
Looking for a place to hold your family reunion, wedding reception, or group event? Then Quail Heights has you covered! We have an excellent setup for groups, family reunions and even wedding receptions.