Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Lighthill Island

Small natural island preserve in Inverness, accessible for nature observation and birdwatching.

Monkey Island

Discover Historic Monkey Island, a charming and one-of-a-kind attraction in Old Homosassa, Florida, known for its playful spider monkeys and rich local history.

Mount Dora Golf Club

Historic 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.'

Mount Dora Yacht Club

Florida's oldest inland yacht club, established in 1913 on the banks of Lake Dora, featuring a granite bar with floor-to-ceiling lake views, a private dock, and an annual regatta tradition.

Ocala Golf Club

Golf club and event venue in Ocala hosting tournaments, dinner shows, and private events.

Palm Island Park

Eight-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a winding boardwalk through old-growth oaks, cabbage palms, and cypress. Watch for wading birds, turtles, and gators along the water's edge. Free, open sunrise to sunset.

Riverbend Cattle Company

Family-owned cattle ranch and farm store on the Withlacoochee River in Floral City. Pasture-raised, 14-day dry-aged beef and pork sold at the ranch store, online, and at area farmers markets including Brownwood in The Villages. Ranch experiences and tours available.

Salt Marsh Trails - Crystal River Wildlife Refuge Complex Trailhead

The Salt Marsh Trails offer access to wetlands and are used for environmental education, with facilities constructed for public enjoyment.

Silver Glen Springs

An underrated spring in the Ocala National Forest with a large pool that flows into Lake George. Unique mix of freshwater and saltwater species makes snorkeling here exceptional.

The Villages Polo Club

Watch fast-paced polo matches on a 250-acre facility in the heart of The Villages. Tailgate on the sidelines, stomp the divots at halftime, and enjoy a quintessential Florida Sunday afternoon.

Thousand Trails Three Flags

Grassy RV park featuring a swimming pool, shuffleboard court & game room with pool tables.

Trout Lake Nature Center

Troy Samuel Cumming Nature Preserve

The Troy Samuel Cumming Nature Preserve is 6.09 acres of healthy bottomland hardwood hammock forest, providing habitat for native wildlife including fox, deer, and numerous bird species.

Violette Hill Hay Farm

30-acre hands-on petting farm in Mount Dora offering capybara encounters, horse rides, hayrides, farm school classes, and seasonal events like pumpkin patches and Christmas on the Farm.

West Hernando Little League Complex

Founded in 1939, West Hernando Little League is the largest youth sports organization in the world, teaching the kids of Hernando County, FL the world's greatest game.

Yeomans Park

Community park in the Leesburg area offering green space, playground facilities, and outdoor recreation.

Yulee Nature Preserve

Yulee Nature Preserve is a 110-acre preserve featuring bottomland hardwood hammock, adjacent to the Troy Samuel Cumming Nature Preserve.