Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
BarkPark of Wildwood
The VillagesOff-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.
Center Lake Park
ClermontLakeside park with a fitness trail in Historic Downtown Clermont overlooking an 8-acre lake, with benches throughout and free admission.
Florida Horse Park
OcalaA 500-acre multipurpose equestrian and event facility south of Ocala hosting 130+ annual events, offering free trail riding with connections to Ocala National Forest trails.
Lincoln Avenue Park West Disc Golf Course
Mount DoraFree disc golf course on the east side of Mount Dora with a wooded layout that challenges players of all levels. Bring your own discs and enjoy a round in the shade.
Palm Island Boardwalk
Mount DoraFree 8-acre nature preserve on Lake Dora with a 1/3-mile boardwalk winding through old-growth live oaks and ancient cypress, offering frequent sightings of alligators, turtles, and wading birds.
Roger's Park at Venetian Gardens
LeesburgSplash pad, playground, and event pavilion within Venetian Gardens on the Leesburg waterfront, with scenic islands, walking trails, and free admission.
Rogers Park Splash Pad
LeesburgFree splash pad in Leesburg's Rogers Park at Venetian Gardens, providing water play for kids during warm weather months.
Santos Trails
Ocala80+ miles of single-track mountain bike trails built on a former rock quarry — one of the top trail systems in the Southeast. Color-coded trails for all skill levels, plus the Vortex Freeride area for adrenaline junkies. Free admission.
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.
The Splash Pad
Crystal RiverFree public splash pad in downtown Crystal River offering water play for children, located near Heritage Village shops and restaurants.
Wildwood Splash Pad
WildwoodFree public splash pad in Wildwood offering water play for kids at Walker Road park.