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Suwannee County

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Live Oak is just over an hour northwest of Gainesville and 90 minutes east of Tallahassee, the rural North Central Florida town of Live Oak is a dream destination for outdoor adventurers and music lovers. The area is home to the iconic Suwannee River, the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground, freshwater springs for swimming and cave diving, and a host of parks and preserves for hiking, biking, fishing, camping, and horseback riding. 

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Visitors can choose from a number of ways to explore the famous river, which is referenced in Florida’s state song. The boat ramp at Suwannee River State Park provides access for paddling and boating, and local outfitters offer canoe and kayak rentals and shuttle services. For extended river adventures, there are several river camps and a dozen parks along the 170-mile Suwannee River Wilderness Trail.

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Home to two of the area’s many popular freshwater springs, Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park, located about 25 minutes outside of town, draws cave divers from across the globe with 30,000 feet of underwater limestone passages — one of the longest underwater cave systems in the U.S. About nine miles from there, Royal Springs, a favorite swimming spot for families, offers a jumping platform, picnic areas, and access to the Suwannee River.

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In town, visitors will find independent restaurants serving classic Southern fare, barbecue, and more, as well as interesting places to shop, from antique stores to boutiques. Families of all ages will want to visit Heritage Park & Gardens, which includes a historic mansion, gardens, disc golf course, playground, and paved walking trail. While in Live Oak, Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in nearby White Springs is a must-see.

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Plan your trip at Visit Suwannee.

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Grocery Stores, Shopping, and Restaurants:

  • Grocery Stores: Publix, Winn Dixie, and Walmart Supercenter

  • Shopping: Lowe's, Tractor Supply, Walmart Supercenter, Bealls, Howlands Building Supply, & many more. 

  • Restaurants: Dixie Grill, Robbie's Cafe, Derrick's BBQ, Brown Lantern, Big Wood BBQ & Grill, & many more.

  • Fast/Casual: Chik-fil-A, Burger King, Moes, Wendys, Huddle House, 7 Brew, McDonalds, Firehouse Subs, & many more.

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Nearest Major Cities:

  • Gainesville, Florida  1.5 Hours South of Live Oak

  • Jacksonville, Florida  1.5 Hours East of Live Oak

  • Tallahassee, Florida  1.5 Hours West of Live Oak

  • Tampa, Florida  3 Hours South of Live Oak

  • Atlanta, Georgia  4 Hours North of Live Oak

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Suwannee County Properties

Why Buy Land in Suwannee County?

  • No credit checks and automatic owner financing on every property.

  • Lowest wind zone rating in Florida (can help with insurance and building costs).

  • Dozens of natural springs, rivers, and parks nearby.

  • Easy access to Interstates 75 and 10.

  • No requirement to build right away on all of our parcels.

  • Mobile and modular homes allowed on many of properties (check individual listings).

  • Electricity available to the front of parcels.

Ready to See Land in Person?

We meet families and individuals 7 days a week by appointment.  

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Call or text us anytime at 352-339-4487

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Email: jimjean@jimjean.com

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We look forward to helping you find the right piece of North Central Florida land.

 Jim Jean Real Estate - Licensed Real Estate Broker    /    Call or Text: 352-339-4487    /     Email: jimjean@jimjean.com

Office Location: 4131 NW 28th Lane, Suite 1, Gainesville, FL  32606    /    Mailing Address: PO Box 357880, Gainesville, FL  32635

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