Big Shoals State Park
White Springs, Florida
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30°21'53.8"N 82°42'19.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Florida |
Swim
Fees: Yes
Bathing suits: May be optional in some places
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From White Springs, Florida
- Head north on Bridge St toward Spring St (46 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-41 S/Spring StContinue to follow US-41 S(0.5 mi)
- Turn left onto SE Co Rd 135/Suwanee StContinue to follow SE Co Rd 135Destination will be on the right(3.7 mi)
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