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Salt Springs Observation TrailBryan Lindenberger2021-08-29T13:40:04-06:00
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Salt Springs Observation Trail

Location and Hiking Trail Maps for Salt Springs Observation Trail

Hiking Salt Springs Observation Trail
Marion County
Salt Springs, Florida
Entry Fee: None
Traffic: Moderate
USDA Forest Service Official Page

Trail Map for Salt Springs Observation Trail

PDF Trail Map ^
Interactive Trail Map at AllTrails >

This fun trail offers two mile loop through Ocala National Forest. Notably, it leads to an observation deck overlooking Salt Springs Run that connects Lake George and Lake Kerr, themselves fed by Saint Johns River. It tends to attract visitors on the weekend, but never more than a few cars. And you’ll find plenty of parking in the earthen parking area.

Fence and land bridge over the creek

Bridge over Creek

It’s one of those nice places where there are always people – a jogger on a morning run, a nice little family with their dog – but never crowds or noisy tourists.

Yes, the hiking trail is short. You get back to your car after only 2 miles of hiking. But the observation deck over Salt Springs Run can hold you for awhile watching boats and birds.

There are a few pines, but this area of the forest is mostly old growth with lots of leafy evergreens. In fact, you’ll find plenty of shade on your morning jog or nature walk.

With so much else to see in the area, it’s a wonderful place to stop for a quick hike or run with a pretty destination.

Trail Images Below

More Marion County Hiking Trails

Salt Springs Observation Trail sign off Florida County Road 19

Trailhead

Saw Palmetto with Shadow

Saw Palmetto

Spicebush in Florida - looks like dogwood, but the berries are not clustered

Spicebush Berries

Female Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Female Has Blue

Golden Orb Weaver often mistaken for Banana Spider

Golden Orb Weaver

Sign pointing to the boardwalk

Boardwalk Ahead

Boardwalk leading to Salt Springs Run overlook

Boardwalk

Salt Springs Run from Observation Deck

Salt Springs Run

Salt Springs Run

Salt Springs Run

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