Discover Ocala
26 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Silver Glen Springs
A popular recreational area with beautiful spring waters leading to Lake George, offering scenic views for nature photography.
Fort King National Historic Landmark
A historical site marking the site of a former fort, offering opportunities for historical and nature photography.
Appleton Museum of Art
A museum providing a sophisticated backdrop for architectural and artistic photography. Its elegant setting is ideal for capturing formal portraits and interior design.
Ocala Historic District and Downtown Square
A historic area with preserved Queen Anne homes, commercial brick storefronts, and revival-style public buildings. Downtown Square offers a Victorian-style gazebo as a central landmark.
The Appleton Museum of Art
A museum offering elegant backdrops with its traditional architecture and artwork. Ideal for capturing sophisticated and refined photos.
Downtown Ocala Murals
Features vibrant murals across its buildings, providing excellent opportunities for street and urban photography.
Gum Swamp Trail
Located within the Ocala National Forest, this trail offers scenic views of natural landscapes and wildlife, ideal for nature and wildlife photography.
Ocala Downtown Historic District
Features historic buildings and architecture, offering opportunities for street and urban photography.
Tuscawilla Park Historic District
One of Ocala’s earliest residential neighborhoods featuring frame vernacular cottages to ornate Queen Anne and Colonial Revival homes.
Downtown Ocala Square
The heart of Ocala's downtown area, this square hosts various events and offers a mix of historic and modern architecture, making it ideal for street and event photography.
Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway
A vast area featuring trails and natural scenery, ideal for landscape and nature photography. It offers a mix of forests, wetlands, and wildlife.
Helix Bridge
A modern architectural structure offering unique angles and reflections, ideal for capturing urban and abstract photography.
Fort King's West Side
A secluded area with natural coves and scenic views, perfect for capturing serene landscapes and potential wildlife.
Barr Street
A street lined with historic homes and potential for street photography.
Tuscawilla Park
A community park with walking trails and natural areas, offering opportunities for capturing family activities and natural scenes.
Water Sweetwater Park
A park offering opportunities for nature and outdoor photography, with water features and surrounding landscape.
Marion County Museum of History & Archaeology
A museum showcasing local history and artifacts, offering opportunities for indoor and cultural photography.
Scott Park
A local park with recreational facilities and opportunities for candid photography.
Greenway Rail Trail
A trail system ideal for capturing scenic landscapes and nature photography, offering views of the surrounding countryside.
Barr
A spot with natural scenery, suitable for landscape and nature photography.
Helix Bridge Surroundings
The area around Helix Bridge, offering views of natural scenery and unique architectural elements.
Helix Bridge Area
Similar to Helix Bridge but broader, offering views of the surrounding area and unique architectural features.
Crones'
A lesser-known spot with unique natural features, though specific details are not readily available.
Scott Trail
A trail offering scenic views and opportunities for outdoor photography.
Helton Creek Road
A scenic road with rural landscapes, offering opportunities for nature and rural photography.
Scott
A scenic location with opportunities for capturing nature and outdoor photography.