An oasis of crystal clear natural springs, waterfalls, and peaceful walking trails hides just a short drive from Florida's usual tourist stops. It is home to 60+ bird, 40+ butterfly species. Rainbow Springs was a privately owned tourist trap until the interstate by-passed it by in the 1970s. Today, locals and the few savvy travelers who know Rainbow Springs State Park near Dunnellon, Florida swim in the crystal clear waters, drink in the beauty of the waterfalls and hold the secret close to their hearts. Shhhhh! Don't tell.
Read MoreExploring the Chassahowitzka River on Florida's Nature Coast as he did as a (Jedi) child was long on wildlife photographer Robert Wallace's travel list. He shares tips on photographing manatees and birds and kayaking on The Crystal River and Weeki Wachee River, too.
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