Visit High Springs and discover the charm of a small town lifestyle. The blending of yesteryear with present day convenience is a priceless asset to visitors and residents of the community.
Tucked away and surrounded by century old trees you will find historic homes, winding waterways, amazing under-water caves, biking paths, wildlife and nature sanctuaries, along your journey through the quaint North Central Florida City of High Springs. This area is home to the world's largest concentration of first magnitude springs where pure, crystal clear water, bubbles from the earth at a year-round temperature of 72 degrees. High Springs is an eco-tourist destination like no other place on earth!
Come experience the character and charm of our past, progress in motion today, our pristine flowing springs and rivers, browse our whimsical shops and discover our unique spirit.
High Springs has a retail core filled with shops that represent the best of small town hospitality from shopkeepers, merchants and residents. In addition to the established mercantile trade, there is retail and commercial space available for rent and for sale within the Main Street Program district.
Housing choices and home ownership opportunities abound. Options include numerous waterfront or water access sites to crystal clear rivers, gentlemen farmer acreage, safe neighborhoods, town homes and apartment selections within a walkable distance to our downtown.
Events throughout the year includes Pioneer Days which celebrate the rich history of the area, a weekly farmer’s market, fall festival, nighttime Christmas parade, summer sidewalk sales, July Fireworks and Fantastic Fridays downtown that includes free carriage rides, music and entertainment.
High Springs is located just minutes from I-75 and Highway 441. The University of Florida is only a twenty-minute drive away. Scenic tree covered roads and gentle rolling hills sprinkled with miles of white washed fences decorate country roads throughout the area.
Facilities include quaint bed and breakfasts, camping, hotels, restaurants, Florida’s oldest operating theater, a new BMX park and other unique amenities. Come to High Springs for a vacation or a lifetime and experience a small town reminiscent of an era gone, but not forgotten.
