Our Highways
Scenic Highways
Panhandle Region
Northern Region
Central Region
- Bradenton Beach Scenic Highway
- Courtney Campbell Scenic Highway
- Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
- Green Mountain Scenic Byway
- Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway
- Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail
- Palma Sola Scenic Highway
- River of Lakes Heritage Corridor Scenic Highway
- Suncoast Scenic Parkway
- The Ridge Scenic Highway
Southern Region
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway visitors travel along the 60-mile segment of State Road 40 and spur roads to access world-class resource-based recreational adventures and outdoor learning experiences in a vibrant, scenic landscape of natural pinelands and wetlands. The corridor between Ormond Beach and Silver Springs serves as the backbone for a network of scenic roads and interpretive trails that foster an understanding and appreciation of the Greater Ocala region and its inhabitants.
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
From I-75: Exit #352(SR-40). Travel on SR-40E to intersection of SR-35 and SR-40 in Silver Springs. (West end of byway)
From I-95: Exit #268(SR-40). Intersection of I-95 and SR-40 is east end of byway)
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway includes a 60 mile segment along SR-40, beginning in Silver Springs, Marion County and ending at Interstate 95 in Volusia County. The corridor also includes a 56 mile series of loop and spur roads.
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
Volusia County Tourism
http://www.volusia.org/echotourism/
City of Ormond Beach
http://www.ormondbeach.org/
Ocala National Forest
http://www.stateparks.com/ocala.html
Silver Springs
http://www.silversprings.com/
Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway
Silver River State Park – This park has more than 10 distinct natural communities, dozens of springs, and miles of beautiful trails. The park is home to a pioneer cracker village and the Silver River Museum and Environmental Education Center. The center is open to the public on weekends and holidays. Visitors can canoe down the crystal clear river, hike or bike along one of the nature trails, or just sit and watch for the wide variety of birds and wildlife. (352) 236-7148
Ocala National Forest – The Ocala National Forest is a unique and fascinating forest that offers an accommodating climate for year round recreating. The cool crystal-clear water of Juniper Springs, Alexander Springs, Salt Springs and Silver Glen Springs entice many visitors to take a swim. Snorkelers frequently find a thrilling underwater view of fish, swaying vegetation and cavernous springs. (352) 625-2520
Silver Springs – Silver Springs is a 350-acre nature them park that surrounds the headwaters of the beautiful Silver River, the largest artesian spring formation in the world. Here you can view the underground springs from our famous glass-bottom boats, where you’ll see fish, shellfish, turtles and alligators in water that’s up to 80 feet deep and 99.8% pure. Visitors can also walk the beautiful grounds and experience the natural habitats of Florida’s largest alligators, endangered bears, and panthers. (352) 236-2121
