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Morningside Nature Center and Newnans Lake State Forest

Gainesville, Florida

Welcome to Morningside Nature Center and Newnans Lake State Forest in Gainesville, Florida. This longleaf pine forest preserve has great spring wildflowers and lots of great wildlife. The Living History Farm offers the visitor a glimpse as to what Florida living was like in the 19th century. Come out and explore miles of trails.

These 2 preserves are next to each so they share a profile.

To contact the Gainesville Parks and Recreation office please call 352-334-5067.

Gainesville Florida Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 11:30 p.m.

*The following are prohibited; alcohol, defacing public property, harming wildlife, littering, weapons.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; fires, golfing, motor vehicles, skating.

*All dogs must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these and all local, State of Florida, and United States statutes.

2,603.73 acresabout three Central Parks
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Acreage2,603.73
Managed byCity of Gainesville and State of Florida
Address3540 E University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641
Coordinates29.657420, -82.281692
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