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People who love horses should visit Ocala, otherwise known as horse country, in north-central Florida. Ocala has been the backdrop for several Hollywood movies due to its Spanish moss-covered trees, old Southern homes. Silver Springs, a national landmark, is near Ocala and was considered the state’s first attraction.
Visitors to Ocala can explore the Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, go golfing, and enjoy other outdoor recreation activities including paddling or ziplining in the canyon. Grand Oaks Resort and Museum is another great place to stay that is also a special events venue.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Amelia Island - 50 minutes
Anastasia State Park - 1 hour
Big Talbot Island State Park
Blue Springs State Park
Cedar Key
Cocoa Beach
Cumberland Island
Daytona International Speedway
Gainesville
Ginnie Springs
Green Cove Springs
Ichetucknee Springs
Jekyll Island
Ocala
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
Palatka
Ponce Inlet
Savannah
Silver Springs
St Augustine
St Marys, GA
Tampa
Twelve Mile Swamp Conservation Area
White Springs
Winter Park
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