Silver Springs, Florida
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Silver Springs is in Marion County, Florida, just to the east of the city of Ocala. Silver Springs is the site of one of the largest artesian spring formations in the world, producing nearly 550 million gallons of crystal-clear water daily. Silver Springs forms the headwaters of the Silver River, which empties into the Ocklawaha River, a part of the St. Johns River system.
[edit] History
Since the mid 19th century, Silver Springs has been noted for its theme park, Silver Springs Nature Theme Park, featuring native animal exhibits and glass bottom boat tours of the springs, and the Silver River State Park. Also located in Silver Springs is a water park, Wild Waters.
[edit] External links
- Ocala/Marion Visitors' & Convention Bureau
- Official site on Florida springs
- Silver Springs Nature Theme Park
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