The Silver River is a short spring-fed river located east of Ocala in Marion County, Florida. Fed by Silver Springs. It connects the springs to the Ocklawaha River, passing through a pristine woodland environment. The river was probably named for its silvery appearance.
Marion County is a county located in the North Central region of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2020 census, the population was 375,908. Its county seat is Ocala.