Big Prairie, Marion County, Florida

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     Hiking is a popular thing to do around Big Prairie; Flatwoods Trail is a nice local trail, and Big Prairie is not the only location close by, Round Pond is a close by lake. Through the days of summer here at Big Prairie, high temperatures usually reach the 90's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 70's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 60's with temperatures at Big Prairie dipping down into the 40's all through winter nights. This  
   lake is so wonderful. There's nice hiking along the Baptist Lake Trasil, and after a long day outdoors Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites THE VILLAGES is a glorious place to spend a night or two. Don't leave Big Prairie without first going for a hike along the Prairie Trail, and Microtel Inn and Suites Lady Lake is a great location to get some rest.
The high level of rainfall makes Big Prairie a rather wet site; the month of July is the wettest with most of
 
               the rain, and the driest of the months is October. A trip to Forts Bear Hole rejuvenates the soul, and camping at Lake Catherine Campground is always a pleasant experience. All the outdoors enjoyable stuff right next door to Big Prairie will keep you coming back over and over. A glorious spot to camp here at Big Prairie is Doe Lake Campground, and if you've had enough of Big Prairie, Big Steep Pond is nearby.

 
Microtel Inn and Suites Lady Lake, Lady Lake
12 miles away
This Florida Microtel Inn and Suites is a comfortable, quality discount hotel in Lady Lake conveniently nestled between Leesburg and the Villages and is only one hour northwest of Orlando. Our hotel...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites THE VILLAGES, The Villages
13 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites The Villages is conveniently located in The Villages, the friendliest home town in central Florida. Our beautifully decorated hotel has 80 spacious rooms all ...

Current weather conditions at Big Prairie, Marion County, Florida
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Local climate location: OCALA 16 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 29.08028
Longitude: -81.81111

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These outdoors activities are available near Big Prairie.
 Hotels Near Big Prairie:
Microtel Inn and Suites Lady Lake, Lady Lake, 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites THE VILLAGES, The Villages, 13 miles away
TownePlace Suites The Villages, The Villages, 13 miles away
Comfort Suites The Villages, The Villages, 13 miles away
Microtel Inns and Suites Leesburg Mt Dora, Leesburg, 14 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Big Prairie:
Lake Catherine Campground, Marion County, 2 miles away
Doe Lake Campground, Marion County, 3 miles away
Lake In The Forest, Ocklawaha, 4 miles away
Halfmoon lake Campground, Marion County, 5 miles away
 National Parks Near Big Prairie:
Fort Matanzas National Monument, St. Augustine - FL, 59 miles away
Castillo De San Marcos National Monument, St. Augustine - FL, 60 miles away
 Trails Near Big Prairie:
Prairie Trail, Marion County, 0 miles away
Baptist Lake Trasil, Marion County, 10 miles away
Flatwoods Trail, Lake County, 13 miles away
 Lakes Near Big Prairie:
Round Pond, Marion CountyCounty, 0 miles away
Big Steep Pond, Marion CountyCounty, 1 miles away

MORE STUFF NEARBY:

Lake In The Forest
We have a beautiful privately family owned and run and family orientated park hidden in the woods on a Ocala National Forest lake called Half Moon Lake.

We have short hiking trails but are minutes from the numerous trails of Ocala National Forest and Silver Springs State Park. We have a heated pool open year round, a nice size Recreational Hall where we teach glass fusing, glass blowing, glass etching, ceramics, clay, t-shirts, other special classes, dinners plus entertainment and other programs. We also have a small golf course, fishing pier, playground, boat rentals, cabins, full hook-up RV sites, tent sites and a bait shack and country store.

See our website at www.lakeintheforest.com

All specials are done via email to camp@lakeintheforest.com
We also give camping credits for referrals of friends and family who stay at our park....

US Forestry Department
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Tent Sites, RV Hookups, Pets OK, Fires OK, Store, Nearby Grocery...
TENT:The Ocala National Forest offers year round camping with a variety of amenities and recreation opportunities. Camping is available at 17 campgrounds, four group use areas, four primitive areas, two cabins and the general forest area. Individual campsites are on a first come, first served basis. All camping is 14 days within a 30 day period unless posted otherwise., RV:RV hookups only available at Salt Springs Campground, - 106 RV hookups, PETS:Pets are allowed in all campgrounds and on trails, but must be on leashes no longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in swimming or picnicking day-use areas., STORE:Stores are available at Juniper Springs, Salt Springs, Alexander Springs and Silver Glen Springs Recreation Areas...

Olde Mill Stream RV Park
13 miles away
RV Hookups, Pets OK, Fires OK, Nearby Grocery, Pool, Gameroom, Showers, Laundry, Nearby Restaurant(s), Nearby Attractions, Fishing, Boating...RV:Full hook up's. 50 amp service, - 429 RV hookups, PETS:Pets are welcome, 40lb limit., FIRES:Campfires in our fire pit only., GROCERY:Across the street, POOL:Heated, GAMEROOM:Pool room with TV, SHOWERS:Cleanest in the state, RESTAURANTS:Many fine restaurants within 2 miles., ATTRACTIONS:Ocala National Forest, Silver Springs, Daytona Beach 40 mi., FISHING:Yes, Spring fed lake on property. Many near by lakes. This is Lake County., KIDSACTIVITIES:This is a 55 plus resort., PLAYGROUND:Adult Playground, Bocce Ball, Pickle Ball, Horse Shoes, Putting Green....

Wildcat Lake
13 miles away
Does Wildcat Lake still have the Catch and Release ban? I feel wildcat lake is the best in both lake and Marion counties....

Lake Harris
18 miles away
Lake Harris, and the Harris Chain, is one of the premier bass-fishing lakes in Florida.  Many BASS Federation and Florida Bass Federation tournaments are held here.  The Holiday Inn Express & Suites sits on the Dead River, connecting Lake Harris & Eustis, the two largest lakes.  It is perfectly situated to accommodate fishermen, with its electrical outlets in the parking lot, and close proximity (1/2 mile) to the nearest ramp.  Boats may be slipped next door to the Holiday Inn Express....

Blue Sink
18 miles away
Someone told me that there is going to be a festival at Blue Sink sometime this month.  Is this true and how can I find out more about it?   pdixon777@comcast.net...

Lake Dora
19 miles away
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It is not Lake Tavares. It is Lake Harris, in Lake County, Tavares, FL. Here is a picture of the Wooten Park on the lake...

Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
59 miles away
The more accurate fees are shown below.
FEES/PERMITS
Entrance Fee
ADULT, AGE 16 AND ABOVE
$6.00 for 7 Days
The Castillo de San Marcos is considered to be a 'walk-in' park. The entrance fee applies to each individual.
CHILDREN AGE 15 AND UNDER
Free! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Special Use Permits
WEDDING PERMIT
For more information and to apply for a permit, call the Visitor Use Specialist at (904) 829-6506 ext. 246
Local Passport
CASTILLO PARK PASS
$30.00 for 12 Months
The Castillo Park Pass allows free entry for the card holder and up to three other adults with them (Kids are always free) for up to 12 months from date of purchase....

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