Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
a day / 120 miles / 4 hours
The Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway in north central Florida is filled with long, uninterrupted stretches of natural Florida and pine-scented air. See an array of wildlife, lush subtropical vegetation, and springs with clear, crystalline water. Be sure to take advantage of the many recreational opportunities like camping, hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, and canoeing.
Day 1
9:00 - 14.5 miles / 28 minutes - 9:28
Juniper Springs Recreation Area
Juniper and Fern Hammock Springs are both located in the Juniper Springs Recreation Area, one of the oldest and best known National Forest Recreation Areas in the eastern U.S. The area displays semi-tropical scenery not found on any other national forest in the continental United States. The seven mile canoe run down Juniper
Creek, which is fed by Juniper Springs, displays to the traveler wildlife in several habitats along with rare botanical areas.10:58 - 105.9 miles / 3 hours 31 minutes - 14:30