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RAINBOW
SPRINGS STATE PARK
 Rainbow Springs State Park, once the site of the old Rainbow Springs Attraction,
is Florida's third largest spring. The springs basin or "headwaters"
of the Rainbow River, the azalea gardens, the river wetlands, and sandhill
pine forest are home to many species of plants and animals.
HISTORY
Historic sites date from the era of the early Native Americans nearly 10,000
years ago.
Starting in the 1930s, the first
effort had begun to develop the headwaters as a tourist attraction.
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Activities offered include camping, swimming, picnicking and garden. Canoes
and inner tubes are available for rent at the campground. Park facilities
are available for special events.
In February and March, azalea
gardens are in bloom throughout the park. With the support of volunteers,
Rainbow Springs hosts special events several times during the year.
For camping information write:
18185 S.W. 94th St.
Dunnellon, FL 34432
352-465-8555
Rainbow Springs State Park is located 3 miles north of Dunnellon on the eas side of U.S. Hwy. 41. The camping entrance is located 2 1/2 miles north of C.R. 484 off S.W. 180th Avenue St.
Contact:
Rainbow Springs State Park
19158 S.W. 81st Pl. Rd.
Dunnellon, FL 34432
352-465-8555
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