Local Directory
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Fort Island Trail Park
Crystal RiverLeafy public park featuring a riverside boardwalk, fishing pier, boat ramp & picnic pavilion.
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.
Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire
TavaresAnnual Renaissance festival in Tavares running since 2002, featuring jousting, archery, sword fighting, falconry, artisan vendors, and costumed reenactors, with all proceeds supporting Lake County public school teachers and students.
Mount Dora Golf Club
Mount DoraHistoric member-owned public golf course established in 1946, featuring an 18-hole par-70 layout across 88 rolling acres that's been called 'the longest 5,700 yards in Florida.'
Sholom Park
OcalaA 44-acre public garden and park in the On Top of the World community in Ocala. Features walking paths, formal gardens, water features, and the popular Spring Strings outdoor concert series. Free admission.
Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center
OcalaHidden gem inside Silver Springs State Park with 12,000 years of Florida history — prehistoric artifacts, rare fossils, and a pioneer cracker village with historic cabins and a one-room schoolhouse. Open to the public on weekends only.
Tuscawilla Art Park
OcalaOutdoor art park in downtown Ocala featuring rotating sculpture installations and public art. A creative green space perfect for an afternoon walk among the artwork.
World Equestrian Center
OcalaThe largest equestrian complex in the country, located in the Horse Capital of the World. Features world-class facilities, The Equestrian Hotel, dining, and year-round events open to the public.