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Visit Lake City FL Welcome to the official travel page for Lake City, Florida's Springlands. This scenic part of North Florida has it all! "Like" us for up-to-date information!

Official page for Lake City, Florida, Florida’s Springlands. A place where the only thing more beautiful than our sunny skies and vast stretches of forest are the crystal-clear springs that flow beneath them. Planning a North Florida vacation? Let us be your guide. And let us show you why Happy Happens Here.

09/14/2026

Fall is calling, and it sounds like hayrides and live music at Denmark Acres 🍂

This seasonal farm just outside Lake City transforms into an Old West fall festival every October. Wander the maze, take a hayride under the stars, meet the animals at the livery stable petting zoo, try your luck gem mining, and browse a general store stocked with nostalgic candies and local goods. Live music plays every Saturday night, making it one of the best fall traditions in Columbia County.

🗓 Fridays and Saturdays, October 2 through 24, 2026
⏰ 6 PM to 10 PM
📍 825 SW Wester Dr, Lake City, FL

Today, we pause to remember. 🇺🇸On September 11, our community joins the nation in honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost, ...
09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember. 🇺🇸

On September 11, our community joins the nation in honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the families who carry that loss with them, and the first responders who gave everything running toward danger to save others.

Here in Lake City, our own firefighters and first responders carry that same spirit of service every single day. The flag raised between these ladder trucks is a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and unity that define this day.

We honor. We remember. We will never forget.

Looking for free, family friendly things to do in North Florida this October? Circle this one. 💪A real 74,000 pound fire...
09/10/2026

Looking for free, family friendly things to do in North Florida this October? Circle this one. 💪

A real 74,000 pound fire truck. Fourteen of the strongest athletes on the planet. All in downtown Lake City, Florida.

On Saturday, October 10, the Strongman Champions League brings its international strongman competition to Olustee Park in downtown Lake City, and it's historic. This is the first Strongman Champions League event ever held in Florida, and only the second in the entire United States.

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09/07/2026

Looking for the best tubing near Lake City? Head to Ichetucknee Springs State Park 💦

Tucked into Columbia County near Fort White, Ichetucknee Springs State Park is home to some of the clearest spring water in Florida. Eight major springs feed the six mile Ichetucknee River, keeping it a crisp 72 degrees year round and creating the perfect setting for tubing, kayaking, swimming, and paddling. It's a National Natural Landmark and a true taste of Old Florida.

A few things to know before you go:
🌅 Arrive early, the South Entrance has a daily tuber limit and weekends fill up fast
🧴 Pack sunscreen and leave disposable items behind, they're not allowed on the river
🚫 Everyone must be off the river by 6 PM
💡 Pro tip: floating with a group? Bring a rope or bungee cord and link your tubes two by two so nobody drifts off and you all float together

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Save this, we're one week out 🌽 The Rentz McGuire CornMaze opens September 12, and the countdown is on.Five generations ...
09/06/2026

Save this, we're one week out 🌽 The Rentz McGuire CornMaze opens September 12, and the countdown is on.

Five generations of family farming off County Road 242, now one of Columbia County's favorite fall traditions. Corn maze, hayride, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, zip lines, and farm games, all waiting for you.

Mark your calendar for opening weekend, September 12. 🍂
🎟️ Tickets at https://bit.ly/4qFgyhL

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09/04/2026

Before you float down the Ichetucknee, take a moment to discover the story behind the springs 💧

Tucked inside Ichetucknee Springs State Park, the Education & Exhibit Center is one of those spots that makes your visit so much richer.

It is a great stop for families, curious minds, and anyone who wants to understand what makes this corner of Columbia County so special. Best part? It is all included with your park entry.

📍 Ichetucknee Springs State Park, Fort White
🕙 Open Thursday through Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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09/03/2026

🌽 Fall is back in Lake City, and it starts at the Rentz McGuire CornMaze .

For five generations, the Rentz McGuire family has worked this land off County Road 242, raising hay and cattle long before there was ever a corn maze. In 2024 they opened the farm to the community, and it has quickly become one of North Florida's favorite fall traditions.

There's a little something for everyone. Wander the corn maze, climb aboard the hayride, pick your pumpkins in the patch, and say hello to the petting zoo. The kids can bounce on the jumping pad, race through the corn pits, and fly down the zip lines while the whole family soaks up that cool country air.

The maze is open weekends from September 12 through November 8, right here in Columbia County. Come make some memories with us this fall.

🎟️ Grab your tickets here 👉 https://bit.ly/4gU9ri1
📍 Rentz McGuire Corn Maze, 6365 SW County Rd 242, Lake City FL

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09/02/2026

If these walls could talk. 👀

The Blanche has stood at the heart of downtown Lake City since 1902, back when it was the most glamorous hotel in the state and so far ahead of its time that it housed the first commercial elevator in Florida. Sitting along old Highway 441, the "Gateway to Florida," it welcomed some unforgettable guests over the years, including Al Capone and Johnny Cash.

The hotel closed its doors in 1967, and for decades the grand old building waited. Today, after a stunning restoration, The Blanche has been returned to its former glory as the centerpiece of a vibrant downtown, its 1902 tile floors and grand staircase still intact.

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There's always something going on in Lake City, Florida's Springlands. 🎶 Whatever kind of night you're after, this week'...
09/01/2026

There's always something going on in Lake City, Florida's Springlands. 🎶 Whatever kind of night you're after, this week's lineup has it:

🎤 Live music at Marion Street Bistro and The Tavern on Marion, and Cooper’s Hideout
🧠 Trivia nights at Beef 'O' Brady's
🎶 Karaoke at Gator's Dockside Lake City
🥒 Outdoor pickleball at Richardson Community Center
💪 Thursday Fitness Nights at The Woods FL
🕯️ The Candle Bar at MUSE Candles + Home Fragrances

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Two months from now, Olustee Park becomes one of the strongest places on Earth. 💪On Saturday, October 10, Strongman Cham...
08/28/2026

Two months from now, Olustee Park becomes one of the strongest places on Earth. 💪
On Saturday, October 10, Strongman Champions League brings up to 14 professional athletes from around the world to Lake City, FL for a full day of international competition, and admission is completely FREE for all ages.

The moment nobody will stop talking about? Athletes attempting to pull a Lake City Fire Department tower ladder truck weighing approximately 74,000 pounds. 🚒
Make it a family day with food, vendors, entertainment, and special guest appearances. The competition is also set to be featured in SCL's international programming, so bring your loudest cheers.

Mark your calendars, full schedule and details coming soon! 🗓️
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971 W Duval Street
Lake City, FL
32055

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(386) 758-1312

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