Local Directory
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Eugene Martin Park
DunnellonEight-acre community park in South Dunnellon with a basketball court, softball field, playground, walking paths, barbecue grills, and special-needs accessible swings.
Fort Island Trail Park
Crystal RiverLeafy public park featuring a riverside boardwalk, fishing pier, boat ramp & picnic pavilion.
Gardenia Park Recreation Complex
LeesburgMunicipal recreation complex in Fruitland Park with a swimming pool, racquetball court, skatepark, volleyball court, playground, walking trail, and a renovated community center available for event rentals.
Gilbert Park
Mount DoraLakefront park on Lake Dora with a boat launch, fishing pier, and scenic views. A peaceful spot to watch the sunset or launch a kayak for a paddle on the lake.
Heritage Park
The VillagesCharming park in the heart of Lady Lake with a gazebo, colorful flowers, and a magnificent 200-year-old live oak tree. A popular spot for weddings, afternoon strolls, and quiet reflection.
Herlong Park
LeesburgLakeside park on Lake Griffin in Leesburg featuring a public boat ramp, fishing pier, covered picnic tables, and excellent birdwatching with species including limpkins, herons, osprey, and eagles.
Hernando Park
Crystal RiverAn amphitheater, playground, tennis courts & picnic space with BBQs are the draw at this local park.
Hunter Springs Park
Crystal RiverThis wooded park is named for its natural springs & popular for a cozy beach with a kayak launch.
Jervey Gantt Park
OcalaLarge recreation complex in Ocala with sports fields, a playground, walking trails, and picnic pavilions. A popular spot for youth sports leagues and family outings.
Kennedy Park
Crystal RiverCommunity park in Brooksville (recently renamed Coach Lorenzo Hamilton Sr. Park) with playground, ball fields, and mature oak shade trees, honoring the founder of Kennedy Park Little League.
Kings Bay Park
Crystal RiverDowntown Crystal River park and primary paddlecraft launch point on Kings Bay, featuring kayak rentals, a fishing dock, playground, picnic shelters, BBQ grills, and views of wintering manatees.
Lake Griffin State Park
LeesburgThis 620-acre park has canoe/kayak rentals, hiking trails, 40 campsites & a mammoth live oak tree.
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.
Lake Okahumpka Park
Wildwood130-acre park with pet stations & picnic shelters, plus a paved trail, disc-golf course & boat ramp.
Leesburg Animal Park
LeesburgA family-owned animal park in Leesburg with over 50 species of animals. Offers feeding experiences, pony rides, a train ride, and seasonal events including Easter egg hunts and a fall festival. Pre-registration required for special events.
Liberty Park
InvernessLiberty Park opened in 2002 as a city park and was renovated as part of the “Depot District” projects in 2019. Located on the shores of Lake Henderson and the Withlacoochee State Trail, this waterfront City park open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The park features a state-of-the-art playground, restroom facilities, dog waste stations, sidewalks, benches, floating gazebo, parking and lush landscaping.
Lillian Bryant Park
OcalaUrban park with a splash pad, basketball & volleyball courts, kid's baseball field & 1-mi. trail.
Lost Spring Lake
OcalaSpring-fed emerald lake inside Big Cliff Canyon at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park in Ocala, offering kayak tours through towering limestone cliffs and a 1,100-foot zip line over the water.
McKinney Park
ClermontPark featuring a playground, basketball courts, a softball field, a fitness trail & restrooms.
Mount Dora Lighthouse
Mount DoraOne of the few inland lighthouses in the United States, this iconic structure sits in Grantham Point Park on Lake Dora. A popular photo spot and symbol of the town.
Mount Dora Trail
Mount DoraA 2.5-mile mountain bike trail loop through a forested area with options for beginner through advanced riders, plus a bike wash and tools at the trailhead near the dog park.
Mt Dora Parks & Recreation
Mount DoraMount Dora's parks and recreation department managing local parks, sports leagues, youth programs, and community events. The hub for everything outdoor recreation in town.
Palatlakaha Recreation Park
ClermontCity of Clermont recreation park offering ball fields, playgrounds, and community gathering spaces near the Palatlakaha River corridor.
Palatlakaha River Park & Boat Ramp
Clermont23-acre park on the Palatlakaha River in Clermont with boat ramps to the Clermont Chain of Lakes, two fishing piers, a playground, and a mile-long nature trail through wetland and scrub habitat.