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  Florida State Parks - PONCE DE LEON SPRINGS
Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area is located one half mile south of U.S. 90 on C.R,181-A. Front Page
Ponce de Leon Springs is thought by some to be Ponce de Leon's "fountain of youth."
The spring consists of two flows from a limestone cavity, which produce approximately 14 million gallons of water daily.
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The 443 acre tract was donated to the state of Florida in 1970.
Ponce de Leon Springs is located west of Crestview and north of Panama City, just off of Interstate 10.
It is near the tiny town of Ponce de Leon, on the crossroads of state road 81 and I-10, and it occupies land in both Holmes and Walton counties.
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 Florida State Parks - DE LEON SPRINGS STATE PARK
De Leon Springs State Park is located at the corner of Ponce de Leon Blvd. and Burt Parks Road in De Leon Springs, Florida.
In 1982, the state of Florida acquired the area for use as a recreation area.
De Leon Springs still is a place for healthful outdoor recreation in a beautiful natural setting.
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 Ponce de Leon Springs
The spring is in a state recreation area of the same name located on the edge of the town of Ponce de Leon.
The spring is enclosed by a rock and cement retaining wall, has a small weir at the downstream end, and creates a kidney-shaped swimming area of about 100 by 75 feet (Rosenau et al., 1977, p.
The spring and its recreation area are a fine spot to spend an afternoon, bring children, and have a picnic.
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 Panama City Beach & Panama City Florida - state parks   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Ponce de Leon's "fountain of youth" was probably one of Florida's beautiful natural springs, several of which can be found at Ponce de Leon State Recreation Area.
The main spring consists of two flows from a limestone cavity into the Choctawhatchee River and into the Gulf of Mexico.
Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area is located one half mile south of U.S. 90 on C.R. Contact: Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area c/o Falling Waters State Recreation Area, Route 5, Box 660, Chipley, FL 32445; (850) 836-4281
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 Welcome To Bonifay Florida, Holmes County and the Florida Panhandle of Northern Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The entire area is laced with clear, sparkling springs, creeks, lakes, and even a navigable river which flows to the Gulf.
Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area covers 433 acres and has a natural spring producing millions of gallons of 68-degree crystal-clear water daily.
The area is mainly agricultural with many dairy and poultry farms, cattle ranches, truck farms, hog farms and row crop farms.
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 Wildernet - De Leon Springs State Recreation Area
Description - De Leon Springs State Recreation Area has a rich history dating back as far as 8,000 B.C. A 6,000-year-old dugout canoe, one of the oldest ever found in America, was discovered here.
De Leon Springs State Recreation Area provides access to Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, where canoeists can explore 18,000 acres of lakes, creeks and marshes.
Location - De Leon Springs State Recreation Area is located in central Florida at the corner of Ponce De Leon and Burt Parks Roads, west of S.R. 17 and north of Orlando.
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 Ponce de leons - Ponce De Leon Real Estate Agents: Find Realtors and Relocation Info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Juan Ponce de Leon was born in 1460 in Santeveras, Spain.
Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park SPRINGHOUSE This structure houses Ponce de Leon's famous spring of eternal hope.
Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521) was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida.
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 Wildernet - Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area
The spring's coolness is refreshing when summer temperatures soar, and the temperature is a warming contrast as the thermometer begins to fall.
Recreation - Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area is a popular day use area especially with local residents.
Swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking are the primary recreations.
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 Main Page - De Leon Springs State Park » Florida State Parks
When fishing or boating in the spring run, we ask that you follow the park's safety procedures that are posted in various locations throughout the park, and please don't feed the wildlife.
By the 1880s the springs had become a winter resort, and tourists were promised "a fountain of youth impregnated with a deliciously healthy combination of soda and sulphur." The swimming area is adjacent to a beautiful, shady picnic ground.
De Leon Springs flows into the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge where canoeists and kayakers can explore 18,000 acres of lakes, creeks, and marshes.
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The Mockingbird is the State Bird of Florida.
Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area, Blackwater River State Park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
Florida State Parks was once again awarded the National Recreation and Parks Association’s Gold Medal Award, honoring Florida as the “Nation’s
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 ] Florida Travel Guide - Newsletter [   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Ponce de Leon Springs State Recreation Area - Ponce de Leon - The main feature is the natural spring with two main boils which flow from a horizontal limestone cavity in the center of the pool.
Falling Waters State Recreation Area - 3 miles South of Chipley, off Rt.77 - the state's only natural waterfall which starts at ground-level and falls 100 feet into a mossy sink-hole to disappear into the ground.
You will find the Oldest Library in the state, the Chautauqua Amphitheater, numerous unique Homes of varying architectural styles with histories of their own and still occupied, the restored Railroad Depot, several Churches and a Hospital, Feb 25-27, 2000.
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 Ponce de leon - Mabi Ponce de Leon: Fertile Ground - Ohio Art League   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Ponce de León, the son of a respected noble family, was born in the Spanish province of Ponce de León is regarded as the Western discoverer of Florida.
Ponce de Le·ón (pŏns ' də lē ' ən, lē-ōn ', pōn ' thĕ TH ĕ lĕ-ōn ', pōn ' sĕ), Juan 1460–1521.
Mabi Ponce de Leon: Fertile Ground: Ohio Art League The Ohio Art League is pleased to present the work of Mabi Ponce de Leon in the January 2004 MCE, Fe.
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 Deleon Springs State Park - Welcome
Native Americans occupied the area periodically from as early as 8000 B.C. 6,000-year-old dugout canoe, one of the oldest ever found in America, was discovered here.
Zachary Taylor, commander of the U.S. Army in Florida, retook the spring from the Seminoles in 1838.
A winter resort lured Northern tourists during the late 19th century; and in 1982, the state of Florida acquired the area for use as a recreation area.
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 Category:Florida state parks - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For more information, see the article about Florida State Parks.
Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach
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 Florida Division of Recreation and Parks   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The State Park Award, presented every other year, focuses on the achievements of state park system and its programs providing recreational, educational and leisure services to its citizens.
Florida’s state park system is one of the largest in the country with 159 parks spanning more than 723,000 acres and 100 miles of sandy white beach.
Florida's state parks are managed and preserved for enjoyment by this and future generations through providing appropriate resource-based recreational opportunities, interpretation and education that help visitors connect to...
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 Main Page - Ponce de Leon Springs State Park » Florida State Parks
Take a dip in the constantly refreshing 68 degree waters of the natural spring, have a picnic lunch, or just sit and read a book while listening to the sounds of nature.
The main spring is a convergence of two underground water flows, and produces 14 million gallons of water daily.
Ponce de Leon Springs State Park Area is located one half mile south of U.S. 90 on C.R,181A. Park Fees
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 De Leon Springs State Recreation Area DeLeon Springs, Florida (Parks)
This 603-acre recreation site offers a variety of activities that include including swimming in the famous 72-degree spring water which gave the city its name; a ramped entrance to the spring pool is available.
Among the site's other attractions is the Old Spanish Sugar Mill, now a public grill and griddle house; each table is equipped with a griddle and pitchers of homemade batters to make their own pancakes at the table.
The De Leon Springs area is contiguous to the Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, which is easily accessed by water; canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals are also offered for exploring this habitat.
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