Lake Woodruff is located in west Volusia County, Florida, near DeLeon Springs. Presently, the refuge contains more than 21,500 acres and is comprised of 12,100 acres of freshwater marsh, 5,800 acres of hardwood swamp, 2,400 acres of upland, and more than 1,000 acres of lakes, streams, and canals. The St. Johns River forms the western boundary. The refuge surrounds the 2,200 acre Lake Woodruff, which lies almost in the center of the refuge. In the northwestern portion of the refuge lies another lake, Lake Dexter which is also in excess of 2,000 acres and ties directly into the St. Johns River. Numerous waterways allow you to travel within all of these water bodies. The refuge office is located one block west of U.S. Highway 17 in DeLeon Springs, Florida.
Location:
Fish and Wildlife Service, 2045 Mud Lake Road, DeLeon Springs Florida 32130
Telephone
386-985-4673
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Debary) A A Animal
(Leesburg) Animal Clinic
(Apopka) Apopka Veterinary Clinic
(Sanford) Central Florida Zoological Park
(Deltona) Cohen Veterinary Center
(Lake Mary) Companion Animal Hospital
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06/08 Coming to The DeLeon Springs area
Florida Old Time Music Championship Dade City FL April5-6 FOTMC celebrates Old Time Music in Florida, encompassing musical styles ranging from child ballads to southern dance music of old time string bands. Contests in many old time acoustic instruments, String Band and Old Time Singing contests.
Catfish Festival Crescent City FL April5-6 Since April 1978, the Rotary Club of Crescent City has held its annual 'Catfish Festival the first Saturday of April at Crescent City's Eva Lyon's Park. This massive volunteer effort has one significant purpose: raising money for college/vocational school scholarships for the high school children in our community. After costs are paid, every dollar generated is used for scholarships.
Santa Fe Comm College Spring Arts Festival Gainesville FL April6-7 The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. It is held in the downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. More than 130,000 visitors are anticipated each year.
George's Music Springing the Blues Festival Jacksonville Beach FL April5-7 Springing The Blues is a free outdoor blues music festival designed to celebrate America's indigenous musical form and promote support of the arts. The three-day oceanfront event features a number of renowned blues performers as well as numerous displays and activities geared for the entire family.
New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest New Smyrna Beach FL April5-7 New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest features world class air shows .....day and night! As well as amazing live music on stage and all of the fun in the Entertainment Theater
Hernando County Fair and Youth Livestock Show Brooksville FL April5-13 Week long celebration of the county, entertainment, food, fair rides, livestock and agriculture competitions, demolition derby.
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