High Springs, Florida
“High Springs is a historic North-Central Florida city in Alachua County known as the “Gateway to the Springs” for its proximity to crystal-clear freshwater springs and outdoor recreation.” – Google.com
Overview & Demographics
- Population: Approximately 6,700 residents within city limits.
- Location: Situated in Alachua County, part of the Gainesville metropolitan area.
- History: Incorporated in 1892, it grew as a major railroad and phosphate mining hub before evolving into a modern destination for outdoor adventure and antique shopping.
Top Outdoor Attractions
- Ginnie Springs Outdoors: A privately owned park featuring crystal-clear springs (maintaining a constant 72°F) popular for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, and tubing along the Santa Fe River.
- Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park: State park offering swimming, paddling, and scenic views of natural spring runs.
- O’Leno State Park: Features shaded hiking trails, river views, and a historic suspension bridge over the Santa Fe River.
- Any bike ride with JOM of Gravel Cyclist.
Taking Locals on Walkabout Video
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In this video, JOM of Gravel Cyclist and friends ride a variant of a popular local cycling route starting and ending in High Springs. This new variant includes additional mileage and new mixed-surface roads most everyone in attendance have not ridden. This is what happens when you trust an Aussie to create a new route and show you a good time 🙂
Reminder: ALWAYS BE A STEWARD FOR GRAVEL CYCLING: Respect the roads, respect the locals, respect the land, respect your fellow cyclists.
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