Levy County

Levy County is an administrative area along Florida's Gulf Coast containing woodlands, wetlands, and several coastal towns. The region is shaped by rivers and bays that connect its scattered communities.

The area was named after David Levy Yulee, a railroad pioneer who established the first rail line crossing Florida from the Atlantic to the Gulf in the 1840s. This railroad was crucial for the region's economic development and connected various trading centers.

The county maintains numerous nature reserves where visitors participate in fishing, boating, and wildlife observation activities throughout the year.

The best time to visit is outside hurricane season from November through April, when the weather is mild. Whether you plan to fish, hike, or explore coastal towns, you should prepare for uneven terrain and bring insect protection.

A large portion of the area consists of protected nature reserves such as the Cedar Keys preserve and the Lower Suwannee reserve, which shelter hundreds of wildlife species. These reserves make up nearly one-fifth of the county and serve as refuge for rare birds and marine habitats.

Location: Florida

Inception: March 10, 1845

Capital city: Bronson

Reference: 12-075

Shares border with: Gilchrist County, Alachua County, Marion County, Citrus County, Dixie County

Website: http://levycounty.org

GPS coordinates: 29.28000,-82.79000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:50