2018 Map of Juniper Springs

About this map

Juniper Springs and the surrounding Ocala National Forest define this landscape where groundwater systems meet protected pine scrub and wetlands. This late-stage survey details the hydrological network feeding into Lake George, including Silver Glen Springs and the secluded Fern Hammock Springs. The terrain is marked by distinct dry prairies such as Juniper Prairie and Farles Prairie, which contrast with the dense corridors along Juniper Creek. Cultural and recreational history is deeply embedded here, evidenced by The Yearling Trail on Pats Island—named for the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings novel—and the extensive path of the Florida National Scenic Trail. In the southern reaches, the Pinecastle E.W. Range indicates the continued military utilization of this wilderness area, while local routes like John T. Childers Rd provide access to the various lake chains.