If you are looking for a great day trip, there are many fun things to do in Silver Springs, Florida! Silver Springs is in north central Florida, conveniently located less than 1.5 hours from Crystal ...

This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network – Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. SILVER SPRINGS — ...

A push in Congress to designate Ocala National Forest and the surrounding springs is drawing mixed feedback from locals, economists and conservationists. Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla., has proposed the bill ...

While kayaking Silver Springs, Florida, a woman found herself in the middle of an especially wild close encounter – surrounded by falling monkeys! "They're jumping in," the kayaker said as she filmed.