yulee sugar mill ruins

Its very informative about how and what they did there with sugar and its really interesting to see the old mill and the different things that survived through the many years since this was in operations. pretty cool piece of History

There's not a lot left of this once-thriving sugar plantation and mill, but with a little imagination and the help of interpretive signs around the remaining structures, it's easy to visualize. David Levy Yulee, who built and ran this mill, was Florida's first senator (the first Jewish senator in U.S. history) and an entrepreneur who also built railroads. The steam-driven mill was operated from 1851 until 1864 when it was burned by Union troops at the end of the Civil War. Huge gears and other portions of the machinery remain along with the ruins of the original 40' chimney and building foundations. The ruins are just feet from the highway and can be easily seen while driving by. The park, unfenced on both sides of a rural yet somewhat busy highway requires parents of small children to keep a close eye on them. Some will say there's not much to see here, but if you love Florida history, you'll want to see what there is.

This is a remarkable spot to visit. This is not a replica but the original remnants of an old Florida sugar mill with some signage provided for information. There are no guides or gift shops. It is right around the corner from the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park.

half of the interpretive placards were missing, but it was actually interesting anyway. Start at the north end, nearer route 19, otherwise it make less sense.

The mills ruins and the explanatory signs give you glimpse into the sugar cane industry that now doesn't seem to exist in Florida. The shaded setting with picnic benches and plenty of parking are relaxing and informative.A stop doesn't have to be long though a cafe/bar is near enough to walk to.

We were at the Homasassa Wildlife Park and walked over to the Sugar Mill Ruins while we waited for the tram ride back to the parking lot. It was interesting to read the history, but the signs need to be repaired and looked like the area had been neglected. Such a shame for something historic like this.

Not a lot to see but it is a nice stroll through the ruins and there is a nice park with picnic tables across the street. We've stopped here on two of our trips to Florida and each time someone has had to pick an orange or two.

If you find yourself near Homosassa springs, stop at the Sugar Mill ruins. It is a 20 min experience to see what's left of Yulee's Mill that provided for the confederates some time ago...interesting.

This historic site has been partially restored. There are some informational signs but some have been removed. It is a very interesting place to visit. We looked up more information in a pamphlet we found. You can visit in a half hour on your way to other places.

So happy we stopped to wander around this small area of minimal (but very interesting) ruins and a few signs to help us figure out how the sugar mill operated. Such a short distance off the main road for so much historical information about some insight into a fascinating part of Florida history.

We plan a trip to Yulee once a year. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery. It is sad to see part of Florida local history being forgotten.

The site was once part of a thriving sugar plantation owned by David Levy Yulee. The park contains the remnants of the once thriving 5,100-acre sugar plantation a 40 foot limestone masonry chimney, iron gears and a cane pres. The steam-driven mill operated from 1851 to 1864 and served southern troops during the Civil War

Interesting to walk around and see the way it used to be. Located on the side of the road with a park and parking area across the street. Nice shady place to walk around and take a look. Only takes a few minutes.

We walked through the ruins and read facts about processing cane juices into sugar for Confederate troops during the Civil War. The visual remains, such as the vats that captured the juices and the mill wheel mechanisms were instrumental in understanding the sugar making process. Enjoyed the education.

This roadside park features a brief glimpse into one aspect of life in Old Florida, nineteenth-century sugar production. The self-guided interpretation is sparse but complete enough to tell most of the story. Wear bug spray.