Region: Live Oak
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Florida Railway Bridge
A prominent family in the development of Suwannee County railroads was the Drew family. George Franklin Drew was born in Alton, New Hampshire in 1827. He moved to Georgia and opened a machine shop in Columbus in 1847. Although his wife was from the South, and his business was there, Drew was against Secession. After…
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First Federal Sportsplex
The First Federal Sportsplex is 40-acre park with plenty of space to take the kids and get some energy out. The lighted, five field complex, is home to the local Babe Ruth baseball and softball leagues as well as all other youth and adult sports programs that are operated by the Parks & Rec department.…
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Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park
On the banks of the historic Suwannee River, the Spirit of Suwannee Music Park is an 800-acre family-owned and operated destination that blends the magic of music, nature, and community. This full-service campground offers cabin rentals, over 800 RV sites, and primitive camping options so you can enjoy your favorite version of camping 365 days…
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Suwannee County Courthouse
On November 3, 1903, the Board of County Commissioners ordered that a new Courthouse be built to replace the one constructed thirty years before, “which has outlived its usefulness,” according to the minutes of the meeting. The Board accepted the Courthouse architectural plans prepared by Benjamin B. Smith of Montgomery, Alabama for the new building.…
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Suwannee River State Park
Effective December 31, 2024: Trails are limited at Suwannee River State Park due to storm damage. The overlook at Suwannee River State Park remains closed for repairs. Additionally, the campground at Suwannee River State Park is closed to all reservations and walk-ins as part of a campground upgrade project, expected to last until August 2025.…
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John H. Hale Park
At this park, you can enjoy two playgrounds, three lighted racquetball courts, four lighted tennis courts, and a basketball court. There are three baseball fields, a concrete skate park, and a picnic pavilion. The Community Center is also available for rent by calling 386-362-3004.
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Heritage Park & Gardens
Heritage Park and Gardens showcases a brick Gregorian Revival that was the former estate of Porter Claude Crapps, Jr who lived in the home with his wife and 10 children. The home has a formal living room, dining room, two family rooms, a home office, six bedrooms, and six and a half bathrooms. You can…
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Mystic Jungle Educational Facility
Mystic Jungle is a wildlife sanctuary featuring lions, tigers, bobcats, leopards, and more. They host tours on Saturdays and they are announced on the Mystic Jungle facebook page. General tours are offered for a donation of $10. Private tours can be requested by appointment and cost $20 for adults, $15 for children, and children under…