Interesting Facts about Spruce Creek Preserve. Spruce Creek Preserve is 10 miles from Ocala, Florida in Marion County, which is considered the "Horse Capital of the World". The thriving horse industry provides residents with many opportunities for riding or visiting horse farms.
The proximity to stately oaks, abundant wildlife and the quiet atmosphere that is provided by the natural buffer of the 4,000 acres that Ross Prairie State Forest makes it an ideal environment for those seeking an intimate community in a beautiful, natural setting.
Downtown Ocala's "Brick City" offers more than 20 shops and restaurants in a charming historic setting. Though the community has a rural setting, it fronts State Road 200 about three miles west of State Road 484 providing easy access to Interstate 75.