Astor is “The Best Kept Secret in Florida” The Ocala National Forest surrounds this quaint community where residents love to fish, boat, bike, hike, swim and much, much, more!!! Experience St. Johns River, Alexander Springs and the Ocala National Forest close by where you can explore hiking trails, scuba diving, picnic and nature viewing. Venture into the surrounding communities of Lake, Seminole, Volusia, Orange and Marion Counties to appreciate all that Central Florida has to offer. With Orlando and Ocala within an hour & Jacksonville just 2 hours away you have access to many other amenities such as shopping, dining, airports.