A 1:15hr ao norte de Orlando, fica o lindo De Leon Springs State Park com 625 acres, que possui uma piscina natural com temperatura de 72 degrees o ano todo, rio para prática de pesca, mata nativa, área para churrasco e picnic e belos jardins, e como em todos os outros lugares visitados. Canoas, paddleboard, Kayak estão disponíveis para rentar
Não deixe de tomar café no antigo moinho espanhol Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House. Aberto em 1961, o restaurante/cafe fica dentro do parque e proporciona uma experiência inusitada. No centro de cada mesa há uma chapa onde você mesmo prepara o sua panqueca, os ingredientes vêm à mesa e ai é só ligar a chapa e se divertir fritando e grelhando ao seu gosto. O garcon trás ate sua mesa as jarras de massa de panquecas, que voce mesmo pode preparar na sua mesa e decorar com frutas, maple syrup ou o que mais desejar... hummmmm!! Não deixem de conhecer. ______________________________________________________________________________ De Leon Springs State Park. The outstanding feature of the 625 acre park is the spring, overlooking beautiful Spring Garden Run, producing 19 million gallons of water a day at 72 degrees year-round. The swimming area is accessible by stairs, ramp, and a swimmer lift. Lifeguards are provided during the summer months only and pets are not allowed in or near the swimming area. SCUBA Diving is limited to classes by certified instructors only. Snorkeling is a popular activity but access into the cave is prohibited. Canoes, paddleboats and kayaks may be rented from the park's concession. The park's paddling trail provides access to the 22,000 acre Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, with lakes, creeks and marshes to explore. The free boat ramp, with dock, can accommodate boats up to about 20 feet, with the St. Johns River a distance of about 10 miles. Fishing is excellent in the spring run from the shore or the fishing dock. A Florida freshwater fishing license is required for visitors between 16 and 65 years of age. Bow fishing is permitted in the park's section of the spring run between sunset and 8:00 a.m. Birding is great, and the park is on the Great Florida Birding Trail. Picnic tables, grills and a playground are available under the grand live oak trees, with four pavilions available for rent. Two additional pavilions are free, first-come, first served. All are near the spring and restrooms. Visitors can hike the 4.2 mile Wild Persimmon Hiking Trail or take a leisurely stroll on the one-half mile paved Nature Trail to see the 600 year-old cypress tree. The Butterfly Garden has about 500 plants for the benefit of resident and migrating butterflies and hummingbirds. The park offers interpretation of its cultural and natural history through kiosks and signs throughout the park and exhibits in the Visitor Center. Park Ranger programs, covering a variety of topics, are offered during the Fall and Winter months. The popular Sugar Mill Restaurant(link is external), located in a 100 year-old replica of the original 1830s sugar mill, features cook-your-own pancakes at the table and freshly made bread and cookies. Books and gift items are also available. The Fountain of Youth(link is external) Eco/Heritage boat tour aboard the M/V Acuera, departing four times daily, is a 50 minute trip through Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, where alligators and birds abound. 601 Ponce de Leon Boulebard, De Leon Springs, Florida 32130 1+ 386- 985-5644 www.oldspanishsugarmill.com |
Catia HolzEu amo esta cidade, suas praias, aventuras e clima! Orlando e cidades vizinhas oferecem diversão para todos os gostos e bolsos . Eu sou uma aventureira de coração e quero levar você comigo pelo meu blog. |