White Sands Lake

Clay County, Florida

White Sands Lake is located in Keystone Heights, Florida. Gainesville is around 35 miles away, and Jacksonville is under 65 miles away.

The closest airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, around 40 minutes from the lake. Urgent care can be provided at Shands Starke Regional Medical Center, 22 minutes away.

Stock up on snacks and groceries at Hitchcock’s Market, 11 minutes away. Locals recommend restaurants like Cedar River Seafood, Johnny’s Bar-BQ & Catering, Brooklyn Boys, and McHenrys Sports Pub.

Backyard Paradise

At 234 acres, you’ll be hard-pressed to run out of things to do on this lake. Anglers can expect to find largemouth bass, spotted gar, and black crappie.

Explore Nature

Those looking to reconnect with the great outdoors have a few options here. Both Black Creek Park & Trail and Black Creek Ravines Conservation Area offer hiking.

Discover Gainesville

Gainesville has a wide assortment of activities inside the city.

The Florida Museum of Natural History Exhibits explores the natural and human heritage of Florida, the Caribbean & Latin America.

The Hippodrome Theatre offers plays, independent films, and an art gallery.

The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is a modern museum from the inventor of Gatorade featuring interactive science and technology exhibits.

There are plenty of popular restaurants including Underground Kitchen, The Top, and MOJO Hogtown Bar-B-Que, Smoked Meats Whiskey Bar.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, White Sands Lake is a great choice.