State Park · Florida

Silver Springs State Park

Location: Marion County, Florida
Nearest town: 1.1 miles south of Silver Springs
Type: State Park

About Silver Springs State Park

One of the largest artesian spring systems in the world sits within this park, formed along the Silver River. The springs long served as Florida's first major tourist attraction, and the park itself was previously named Silver River State Park before its current designation.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.

Getting there

Silver Springs State Park is in Marion County, Florida, 1.1 miles south of Silver Springs. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

State parks near Silver Springs State Park

Within 60 miles, closest first, straight-line. All 147 in Florida →

Towns near Silver Springs State Park

State parks near Ocala, State parks near The Villages, State parks near Eustis, State parks near Gainesville, State parks near Palatka, State parks near Homosassa Springs

Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.