Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
DunnellonWaterfront park on the Rainbow River with kayak and paddleboard access, walking trails, and a 3-acre pond. Water temps stay a consistent 72 degrees year-round, and there's no entrance fee. Get there early on weekends — parking fills fast.
Clermont Waterfront Park
ClermontLakefront park in downtown Clermont on Lake Minneola. Home to Pig on the Pond and other major community festivals.
Grantham Pointe (Light House)
Mount DoraHome of Mount Dora's iconic inland lighthouse on Lake Dora — one of the few freshwater lighthouses in the state. A picturesque waterfront walk with stunning views and a must-see photo spot.
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.
Lake Sumter Landing Market Square
The VillagesWaterfront town square on Lake Sumter with a New England coastal feel. Home to restaurants, boutiques, and nightly live entertainment.
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.
Paddletail Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees
Crystal RiverCrystal River outfitter offering guided swim-with-manatees tours, kayak rentals, and eco-adventures, with expert guides and all gear included for 3-hour manatee encounters.
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.