Manager's Message
Like its adjacent neighbor O'Leno State Park, River Rise Preserve State Park is cool enough now to enjoy the extensive trail system comfortably. With the multiuse trails being used by hikers, bikers and equestrians please remember to share and use trail etiquette. Located on the Santa Fe River, River Rise Preserve State Park offers primitive equestrian camping, fishing, and 34 miles of multi-use trails through 18 different natural communities. Be aware that we are periodically burning certain areas within the park for fuel reduction and restoration purposes. So please ask the Ranger Station if and where the staff may be burning to avoid our use of trails as fire breaks during the burn.
Ticks are prevalent at River Rise because of our healthy deer population. Their activity is evident until freezing weather arrives. Please protect yourself, family, and friends by using repellant of a Deet or Permethrin origin.
- V. Morgan Tyrone, Park Manager
Welcome to River Rise Preserve State Park
The Santa Fe River goes underground in O'Leno State Park and reemerges over three miles away in River Rise State Park as a circular pool before resuming its journey to the Suwannee River. Surrounded by quiet woods and huge trees, anglers can spend a relaxing afternoon fishing on the river. Hiking and wildlife viewing is also a favorite pastimes for park visitors.
Equestrians can explore over 20 miles of trails and end the day camping overnight with their horses. Located near the entrance to the park, the horse camp has primitive campsites, restrooms, and a 20-stall horse barn available on a first-come-first-served basis. Equestrian fees and camping fees are paid first at O´Leno State Park before entering River Rise State park. The equestrian fee includes park admission. Proof of negative Coggins is required.
O´Leno State Park is located on U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs. The entrance to the River Rise is two miles west of High Springs on U.S. 27.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about River Rise Preserve State Park, please call 386-454-1853.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
River Rise Preserve State Park is located within O'Leno State Park. O'Leno State Park is located directly off of U.S. 441, six miles north of High Springs.
Park Fees
Admission Fee:
$5.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle.
$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
Primitive Camping Fee:
$5.00 per person night, plus tax.
Picnic Pavilion Rental Fees:
$30.00 plus tax: Covered Pavilion.
Equestrian Fees:
$7.00 per horse (includes admission). Equestrian fees are paid at O'Leno State Park before entering River Rise State Park. Riders are required to have proof of negative Coggins on their person or in their saddlebag.
River Rise Preserve State Park
410 SE Oleno Park Road
High Springs, Florida 32643
Phone: 386-454-1853
Fax: Contact Park for Number
