The 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Donnelly Park

Named for Mount Dora's first mayor, this downtown park is the site of the annual tree lighting, blueberry festival, and community events year-round. Pickleball courts, a fountain, and a veterans memorial make it the social hub of town.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park

Community park in Bushnell with a playground, picnic areas, and open green space. A neighborhood gathering spot for families and outdoor recreation.

Dunnellon city Beach

Swimming beach on the crystal-clear Rainbow River in Dunnellon, also known as Chaplin A. Dinkins Park, with a playground, fishing area, picnic tables, and restrooms.

Eco-Walk Trailhead Crystal River Preserve State Park

Entryway to the 7-mile trail system of a vast wildlife & nature conservation area along the coast.

Eden Park Boat Ramp

Public boat ramp on Lake Henderson in Inverness providing water access for boating, fishing, and paddling.

Elizabeth Evans Park

Small waterfront park on Lake Dora in downtown Mount Dora with benches and lake views. A quiet spot for a quick break or photo opportunity while exploring the shops.

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park West Entrance

An up close experience with Florida's vibrant wildlife

Encore Crystal Isles

Riverside RV resort with casual cottages, plus an outdoor pool, a clubhouse & sports facilities.

End Of South Lake Trail

Southern trailhead of the South Lake Trail (Lake Apopka Trail) in the Clermont area, connecting to the regional trail system for biking and walking.

Ernie Wever Youth Park

Youth recreation park in Brooksville with sports fields, playground equipment, and facilities for community youth programs and outdoor activities.

Eugene Martin Park

Eight-acre community park in South Dunnellon with a basketball court, softball field, playground, walking paths, barbecue grills, and special-needs accessible swings.

Far Reach Ranch UPICK Farm

Family-owned U-pick farm and event space on the shores of Lake Dora offering seasonal strawberry, blueberry, and blackberry picking, plus craft jams, honey, and baked goods.

Ferran Park