Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area
Crystal RiverSet on 24,243 acres, this scenic area boasts hiking trails, kayaking, a gun range & wildlife views.
Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park
Crystal RiverBoardwalk trail in the Crystal River Preserve featuring scenic marshes & native wildlife.
Cooter Pond Park
InvernessScenic lakeside park in Inverness with a walking trail, fishing pier, and pavilions. Named after the cooter turtles that call the pond home — look for them sunning on the logs.
Destiny Ranch Events
BushnellEvent venue and ranch in the Bushnell area hosting weddings, private parties, and special events in a rustic, outdoor setting. A scenic backdrop for celebrations.
Dora Queen Paddlewheel Cruises
TavaresAn 80-foot New Orleans-style paddlewheel boat cruising Lake Dora. The two-hour tours are scenic and relaxed, and the boat is available for private events. It's one of those experiences that feels like it belongs in another era -- in the best way.
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.
Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures
TavaresTake off from America's Seaplane City on a scenic flight over Central Florida's stunning lake country. From quick scenic hops to fly-in lunch excursions, this is a bucket-list Florida experience.
Lake Dora Boat Tours
Mount DoraCruise the interconnected Harris Chain of Lakes on a guided boat tour departing from Mount Dora's historic lakefront. Sunset cruises offer golden-hour views of one of Florida's most scenic inland lake systems.
Lake Sumter Landing Boat Tour
The VillagesScenic boat tours departing from Lake Sumter Landing, offering a relaxing ride on the lake with views of The Villages waterfront. A fun way to see the area from the water.
Mount Dora Transit and Tours
Mount DoraGuided tour operator offering trolley rides, segway tours, and boat excursions around Mount Dora and its scenic lakefront. A fun way to explore the town with local commentary and history.
Trimble Park
Mount DoraLakeside park with picnic & camping areas, plus a playground, trails & docks in scenic surrounds.
Wallace Brooks Park
InvernessHistoric waterfront park on Lake Henderson in Inverness with shuffleboard, walking paths, a scenic dock, and a boardwalk connecting to Liberty Park along the Withlacoochee Trail.