Things to Do in Our Area
Bushnell has convenient shopping for daily needs with two grocery stores and a WalMart. Shopping malls are convenient to I-75 in both Ocala and Tampa within 45 minutes each way.
Day trips abound from this location. Disney World ( within 60 miles), Sea World, Busch Gardens (45 miles), Silver Springs, Homosassa Springs (see the manatees), the Dade Battlefield, Universal Studios (60 miles) and the Kennedy Space Center are just a few major attractions for your enjoyment. Sports enthusiasts can watch baseball at the spring camps, root for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fall, and tour the Don Garlit's Drag Racing Museum in Silver Springs.
Fishing enthusiasts will find lots of lakes in the area plus charter fishing and guide service, glass boat tours in Silver Springs (45 miles). Kayaking and canoeing on the Withlacoochee River and the Weeki Wachee River.
Tour the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Brooksville and Chassahowitzka. Hike or bike on the Withlacoochee State Trail.
Historic Brooksville (8 miles) is home of the May-Stringer Heritage Museum, The Rogers Christmas House, and the Russell Street Train Depot.
Don't forget historic St. Augustine, which has a winery, chocolates, and the nation's oldest house, a nice added day trip or overnight romantic outing.
Fast food and nice restaurants are convenient from the interstate just one exit north and south. Tour the winery that is within 20 miles of the park.
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