Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Aesops Park

Community park with playground, open space, and picnic areas. A family-friendly spot for outdoor recreation and community gatherings.

Alexander Springs

A family-friendly spring in the Ocala National Forest with a large, gradually sloping pool of crystal-clear 72-degree turquoise water. Great for swimming and snorkeling.

Anderson Snow Park

Active county park known for its athletic amenities, children's playground & picnic areas.

BarkPark of Wildwood

Off-leash dog park in Wildwood with separate areas for large and small dogs. A great spot for pups to run free while their humans enjoy the outdoors.

Baseline Road Trailhead

Trailhead providing access to the Santos mountain biking and hiking trail system. Parking, restrooms, and trail maps make this a convenient starting point for riders and hikers.

Baseline Trailhead Park

Park and trailhead along the Cross Florida Greenway with access to paved and unpaved trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. A gateway to some of Ocala's best outdoor recreation.

Bennett Park

Berry Park

Community park in Leesburg with a playground, picnic pavilions, and open space. A family-friendly neighborhood spot for outdoor recreation.

Bicentennial Skate Park

Skate park located within Bicentennial Park in Crystal River, part of a larger recreation complex behind the Crystal River Airport.

Bike trail start

Trailhead access point for the Withlacoochee State Trail near Dunnellon, connecting to miles of paved biking and walking paths through the state forest.

Blue Run of Dunnellon Park

Waterfront 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.

Bluebird Springs Park

Natural spring-fed park with swimming, picnic areas, and a serene wooded setting. A hidden gem for a cool dip on a hot Florida day.

Boone Park in The Villages

Neighborhood park in The Villages with walking paths, shaded picnic areas, and a playground. A quiet green space for a morning stroll or afternoon rest.

Brick City Adventure Park

29-acre urban adventure park in the heart of Ocala with guided cave tours through White Cliff Cave, a low-ropes course, interpretive hikes, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions. Named after Ocala's historic 'Brick City' nickname.

Brinson-Perry Dog Park

The largest and most popular dog park in The Villages with four separate fenced areas, water stations, waste bags, benches, and shade structures. Villages Resident ID required.

Bryant Park

Historic 2.5-acre neighborhood park in Inverness with playground equipment, picnic tables, and an all-inclusive playground under development designed for children with physical and developmental disabilities.

Bud Mc Kethan Park

Simple neighborhood park offering a kids' play structure & 3 lighted tennis courts.

Cauley Lott Park

Community park on North Highland Street in Mount Dora with a playground, sports courts, and open space. A family-friendly recreation area serving the north side of town.

Centennial Park

Community park in Dunnellon on South Williams Street offering green space and recreational facilities in the heart of the town.

Center Lake Park

Lakeside park with a fitness trail in Historic Downtown Clermont overlooking an 8-acre lake, with benches throughout and free admission.

Chaplin A. Dinkins III Memorial Park

Riverfront park at the convergence of the Withlacoochee and Rainbow rivers in Dunnellon, commonly known as City Beach, with swimming, a playground, picnic area, and fishing access ($2 day-use fee).

Cherry Lake Park

Lakeside park in Clermont with a playground, picnic pavilions, walking trails, and a fishing pier. A family-friendly green space with pretty lake views.

Citrus County Dog Park

Off-leash dog park in Homosassa with separate areas for large and small dogs, providing a safe space for dogs to exercise and socialize.

Clarke Park

Community park in Wildwood on Walker Road offering green space and recreational amenities.