Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park
"Citra is within easy driving distance for a cultural day trip. Visitors from here often appreciate the park's preserved farmstead and literary significance."
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park preserves the Cross Creek home and farm where the famed author lived from 1928 to 1953. The park features guided tours, historic buildings, and a peaceful rural landscape that inspired some of Florida's best-known literature.
Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail
"Citra is close enough for a short drive to enjoy the trail’s shaded sections and open scenery. Visitors from Citra often come for a simple, low-cost outdoor escape."
The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is one of North Central Florida’s most popular multiuse trails, known for its wide paved surface, gentle grades, and natural scenery. It provides a peaceful route for biking, walking, and skating while linking neighborhoods, parks, and small towns.