Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Clermont National
ClermontUpscale restaurant in Clermont offering elevated American cuisine in a refined setting. A special-occasion spot with a focus on quality ingredients and a polished dining experience.
Crooked River Preserve
Clermont63-acre nature preserve between Lake Louisa and the Palatlakaha River with a 1.7-mile loop through forested wetlands, sinkholes, and cypress-lined riverbank. Free, with canoe access and clean restrooms at the trailhead.
Florida Scrub-Jay Trail
ClermontFree nature preserve in Clermont showcasing over 135 bird species including Florida's only endemic species, the Florida Scrub-Jay, plus beautiful gardens and easy hiking trails through sandhill and wetland habitats.
Lake Hiawatha Preserve
ClermontA 220-acre passive park on Lake Minneola featuring two dog parks, a playground, picnic pavilion, and the Champions Pointe Disc Golf Course, rated among the top 100 courses in the world.