parks (not disney)

[parrot 2]

hey everyone its friday yipeeee
does anyone know of any nice parks to visit (not disney parks)whilst im in orlando????

i think there is blue springs statepark but no idea where it is.

[pieman790]

What about Cypress gardens. I was led to believe it had only recently reopened.

[pbensur]

Blue Springs State Park is wonderful if you're looking for some peace and quiet and an opportunity to enjoy nature. Here's the website:

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It's located at 2100 West French Ave., Orange City, FL and phone number is
(904) 775-3663

[parrot 2]

thanks pbensur thats great and very helpful. it looks beautiful and just the place i need after a hectic week in orlando

[andrewmckay5]

Madabouttigger has some photos of Blue Springs posted and it looks lovely:


http://www.orlando-guide.info/forums/topic_19314.asp

[Newhomebuyer]

Also Homassassa Springs try [website link edited] I don't think there is a problem with that link if it needs to be removed I will DM.
I have never been but it is on my to do list as so many friends have said that it is well worth the trip.

[chris c]

Homassassa Springs is well worth a visit to see the manatee(s). Not sure of the plural of manatee!!

[blott]

Silver Springs is a mild and mini theme park with a few rides, animals and glass bottom boat rides, etc which is a worthwhile visit to make a change from the hustle and bustle but with something to do.

[KarenScott]

We are visiting Silver Springs when we are over this time so will let you know what it is like.

[heathercobbett]

If you go to Homassass,enter by the supermarket and you get a free boat ride to the main entrance.Costs about $8 and is a really nice contrast to the theme parks

My son found a great restaurant in the area,I will try and speak to him today and post it later