RIVER RISE PRESERVE
STATE PARK
High Springs, Florida
Contact
Information
410 SE Oleno Park Rd.
High Springs, 32643
(386) 454-1853
Driving Directions
River Rise is located within O'Leno State
Park which is located on U.S. 441, six miles
north of High Springs.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until
sundown 365 days a year.
Within O'Leno State Park, the Santa Fe disappears
and flows underground for more than three miles
before it again becomes a surface stream at River
Rise State Preserve. This geological feature makes
O'Leno/River Rise a unique park. You may drive
to the Rise to fish or view this distinct part
of Florida. O'Leno and River Rise encompass over
6,000 acres in Alachua and Columbia Counties.
Park Activities
Primitive Camping,
Horse Trails, and Picnicking
Horse Trails
River Rise has approximately 20 miles of horseback
riding trails. These trails pass through a variety
of plant communities and take you to the River Rise
for viewing of this unique feature. Daily horseback
riding fees are $6.00 per horse and must be paid
at O’Leno State Park. For more information,
please contact the park office at 386-454-1853.
Picnicking
River Rise has one covered pavilion that is available
for rental for $30.00 per day and can be reserved
by calling the park office at 386-454-1853.
Primitive Camping
Primitive camping with fire circle, centrally located
bathhouse, and 20 stall horse barn is available.
Camping fees are $4.00/person/night. For more information
please contact the park office at 386-454-1853.
