Outdoors in 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.

Blueberry Hill Farm Enterprises

U-pick blueberry farm and agritourism attraction

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.

Bourlay Historic Nature Park

88-acre nature park on the shores of Lake Griffin with 2.5 miles of trails through hardwoods and pine flatwoods, a kayak launch, exercise stations, and a century-old cracker house welcome center. Great for birding — look for ospreys and bald eagles.

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.

Carney Island Recreation & Conservation Area

Over 750 acres of sandhill islands, wetlands, and lakeside beaches on Lake Weir. Four miles of hiking trails, boat ramps, swimming, and picnic pavilions — plus regular sightings of deer, turkeys, and bald eagles. Entry is $7 per vehicle.

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.

Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens

Stunning botanical garden built in a reclaimed limestone quarry with waterfalls, bridges, tropical plants, and walking paths. A hidden gem.

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).

Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area

Set on 24,243 acres, this scenic area boasts hiking trails, kayaking, a gun range & wildlife views.

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.

Chinsegut Conservation Center

Churchhouse Hammock Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Boardwalk trail in the Crystal River Preserve featuring scenic marshes & native wildlife.

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.

Clermont Dog Park

Off-leash dog park in Clermont with fenced areas for dogs to exercise and play.

Clermont National

Upscale restaurant in Clermont offering elevated American cuisine in a refined setting. A special-occasion spot with a focus on quality ingredients and a polished dining experience.

Clermont Waterfront Park

Lakefront park in downtown Clermont on Lake Minneola. Home to Pig on the Pond and other major community festivals.

Coehadjoe Park

Natural area with picnic tables, sport courts, a playground & walking trails through the trees.

Cooter Pond Park

Scenic 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.

Copeland Community Park

Community park in Crystal River with recreational facilities along NE 3rd Street, near downtown and the Kings Bay waterfront area.

Corrine Williams Park

Community park in Leesburg with a playground, basketball courts, and green space. A well-used neighborhood recreation area.

Crooked River Preserve

63-acre nature preserve between Lake Louisa and the Palatlakaha River with a 1.7-mile loop through forested wetlands, sinkholes, and cypress-lined riverbank. Free, with canoe access and clean restrooms at the trailhead.

Cross Florida Greenway

A 110-mile multi-use trail corridor stretching across Florida, with some of the best sections running through Marion County. Hike, bike, or ride horseback through longleaf pine forests and along the historic canal route.

Crystal River Archaeological State Park

Remnants of the county's earliest human settlement, a prehistoric ceremonial center & burial mounds.

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge & Visitor Center

An undeveloped winter haven for endangered manatees, with a picnic area, bay views & a gift shop.

Crystal River Preserve State Park

20 miles of coastline with islands, inlets, trails, wildlife viewing, fishing & a visitor center.

Crystal River Town Square

Public gathering space in downtown Crystal River on North Citrus Avenue, hosting community events and surrounded by local shops and restaurants in Heritage Village.

Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

80-acre state park preserving the site of the 1835 Seminole ambush that started the Second Seminole War. A small museum with artifacts, an award-winning film, and an annual January battle reenactment that draws thousands. Peaceful walking trails through pine flatwoods and live oak hammock.

Deer Island Country Club

Semi-private 18-hole championship golf course designed by Joe Lee on 400 secluded acres surrounded by the Harris Chain of Lakes, with water on all 18 holes and home to bald eagles and diverse birdlife.

Delta Woods Park

Leafy neighborhood park with lighted walking trails, tennis courts & picnic shelters.

Discovery Gardens

Free 3.5-acre botanical garden at the UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Center featuring 28 themed garden areas with over 700 plant species showcasing Florida-native and Florida-friendly gardening.