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Nature’s Tranquil Oasis: Exploring the Magic of Rock Springs

A protected gem in Central Florida

Karen Mclaughlin
Sep 11, 2024
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A crystal blue river and bright green trees/foliage
Rock Springs Run, Apopka, Florida. Photo: Author.

An otter darted among the underwater rocks and bobbed above the surface, staring straight at me before dipping below again. The river, jogging over those same rocks, gurgled and splashed. No bass from cars, no passing planes overhead, no clamor of any other human.

Just the serenity of nature.

And then a gi…

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