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River Rise Preserve State Park

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410 S.E. O'Leno Park Road
High Springs, Florida 32643

(386) 454-1853

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Wide trail leads through a thick hardwood forest at River Rise Preserve State Park.

 Welcome to River Rise Preserve State Park

The Santa Fe River goes underground in O'Leno State Park and reemerges over three miles away in River Rise State Park as a circular pool before resuming its journey to the Suwannee River. Surrounded by quiet woods and huge trees, anglers can spend a relaxing afternoon fishing on the river. Hiking and wildlife viewing are also favorite pastimes for park visitors.

Equestrians can explore over 20 miles of trails and end the day camping overnight with their horses. Located near the entrance to the park, the horse camp has primitive campsites, restrooms, and a 20-stall horse barn available on a first-come-first-served basis. 

 

Beginning December 7, 2012, both day use equestrians and camping equestrians will be able to pay admission fees by credit card by calling 386-454-1853; checking in at the Ranger Station first will no longer be required.  Upon payment, the gate combination to River Rise Preserve State Park will be given for entry.     

                    

Day use equestrians and camping equestrians paying by cash or check will be required to check in at the Ranger Station at O’Leno State Park before entering River Rise Preserve State Park.  Upon payment, the gate combination to River Rise Preserve State Park will be given for entry.  

                      

Proof of negative Coggins is required.

O´Leno State Park is located on U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs. The entrance to the River Rise is two miles west of High Springs on U.S. 27.