Silver River State Park

This park has more than 10 distinct natural communities, dozens of springs, and miles of beautiful trails. The park is home to a pioneer cracker village and the Silver River Museum and Environmental Education Center. The center is operated by the Marion County School District in cooperation with the park and is open to the public on weekends and holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00. p.m. Admission to the Museum is $2.00 per person. Children 6 and under are free. For more information please visit Silver River Museum Visitors can canoe down the crystal clear river, hike or bike along one of the nature trails, or just sit and watch for the wide variety of birds and wildlife. The picnic area features three pavilions with grills that may be rented for group outings and a playground for the youngsters. For overnight stays, the park has a full facility campground and 10 luxury cabins.

Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year. Friday evenings and some holidays Silver River's gate remains open until 10:00 p.m. to provide convenient arrival for incoming campers.

Park Fees

The Silver River Museum and Environmental Center is open weekends and major holidays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is $2 per person, children under six are free.

* Including passengers in vehicles with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Permit.

For annual pass fees or other fees pertaining to specific park activities, please call (407) 884 - 2008.