Central Attractions, Recreation & Services oridastateparks.org/park/crystal-river-archaeological 3400 N. Museum Pt., Crystal River, 352-795-3817. A beautiful view of the Crystal River is seen from the observation deck located on the main temple. Crystal River Archaeological State Park Friends of Florida State Parks friendsof oridastateparks.org 3802 Ehrlich Rd., Ste. 308, Tampa, 800-338-1980. Dedicated members who help preserve the natural beauty and resources of the real Florida. f d d I capeleisurecorp.com/weekiwachee.html 6131 Commercial Way., Spring Hill, 321-799-4020. Watercraft rentals. Paddling Adventures-Weeki Wachee Springs Crystal River Preserve State Park oridastateparks.org/park/crystal-river-preserve 3266 N. Sailboat Ave., Crystal River, 352-563-0450. A place of exceptional natural beauty, undisturbed islands, inlets, backwaters and forests. Gill Dawg Marina gilldawg.com 5419 Treadway Dr., Port Richey, 727-842-1070. Gill Dawg is a waterfront entertainment center – tiki bar and grill, marina and adventure center. f The Paddling Center at Shingle Creek paddlingcenter.com 4266 W. Vine St., Kissimmee, 407-343-7740. Get close to Florida’s natural beauty with kayaks, canoes and more. Crystal River Watersports crystalriverwatersports.com 2380 N. Suncoast Blvd., Crystal River, 352-795-7033. Offering manatee and eco-tours, scuba diving, scallop and shing charters. Highlands Hammock State Park Partin Ranch Corn Maze Dade Battlefi eld Historic State Park oridastateparks.org/park/highlands-hammock 5931 Hammock Rd., Sebring, 863-386-6094. Highlands Hammock offers a full-facility campground, as well as a youth/group tent campground. f partinranchcornmaze.com 5601 N. Canoe Creek Rd., Kenansville, 407-892-9265. Family fun mazes, barrel train ride, hayride, kiddie zip line, corn box, games and more. oridastateparks.org/park/dade-battle eld 7200 County Rd. 647, Bushnell, 352-793-4781. The story of this momentous battle in Florida history is told in the visitor center. Hillsborough River State Park & Fort Foster Historic Site Paynes Creek Historic State Park De Leon Springs State Park oridastateparks.org/park/hillsborough-river 15402 N. U.S. 301, Thonotosassa, 813-987-6771. The river provides opportunities for shing, canoeing and kayaking. oridastateparks.org/park/paynes-creek 888 Lake Branch Rd., Bowling Green, 863-375-4717. The park museum depicts early Florida pioneer and Seminole life at a mid-1800s trading post. oridastateparks.org/park/de-leon-springs 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd., De Leon Springs, 386-985-4212. 72 degrees year-round. Canoes and kayaks are available. f Honeymoon Island State Park Peace River Paddle Sports and Adventures peaceriveradventures.com P.O. Box 1015, Wauchula, 863-448-9031. Kayak, canoe and SUP rentals. Discovery Kayak Tours & Rentals oridastateparks.org/park/honeymoon-island 1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin, 727-469-5942. Enjoy gulf beaches, mangrove swamps and tidal ats. dd I silverriverkayakrentals.com 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, 352-789-4959. Join us for a day of peace and relaxation as you wind your way down a clear spring river. Hontoon Island State Park Port Canaveral Egmont Key State Park oridastateparks.org/park/hontoon-island 2309 River Ridge Rd., Deland, 386-736-5309. This island welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. portcanaveral.com 445 Challenger Rd., Ste. 301, Cape Canaveral, 321-783-7831. Featuring waterfront parks, free boat ramps, shing venues and more. Rainbow Springs State Park oridastateparks.org/park/egmont-key 4905 34th St. S., #5000, St. Petersburg, 727-893-2627. Access the island by private boat or ferry from nearby Fort De Soto Park. Hubbard’s Marina Fishing Charter Center hubbardsmarina.com 170 Boardwalk Pl. E., Madeira Beach, 727-393-1947. Fishing trips, dolphin watching, island trips, snorkeling, kayak, paddle board and segway rentals. oridastateparks.org/park/rainbow-springs 19158 S.W. 81st Place Rd., Dunnellon, 352-465-8555. Tubing down the Rainbow River is a summertime delight. f Rock Springs Run State Reserve oridastateparks.org/park/homosassa-springs 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, 352-628-5343. This Florida state park is a showcase for Florida’s native wildlife in a natural setting. d I Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Inverness Bicycle & Fitness facebook.com/invernessbicycle 130 N. Pine Ave., Inverness, 352-637-2453. Bicycle shop. oridastateparks.org 1800 Wekiwa Cir., Apopka, 407-884-2009. Visitors can enjoy bicycling, hiking or horseback riding along 17 miles of trails. Savannas Preserve State Park Family Adventure Camp iTrekkers Fishing Charters familyadventurecamp.com 6545 W. State Rd. 44, Lake Panasoffkee, 352-748-2237. Your family fun vacation destination. Get wet. Stay cool. Have fun! itrekkers.com 8700 Memorial Hwy., Tampa, 844-468-8735. Book the best Florida sport shing captains with 100 percent money back guarantee. See ad on page 51. Reader Response 46 oridastateparks.org/park/savannas 2541 S.E. Walton Rd., Port St. Lucie, 772-398-2779. The largest remnant of Florida’s east coast savannas stretching from Fort Pierce to Jensen Beach. Sea Leveler Sport Fishing Charters Find Local Rentals ndlocalrentals.com 120 State St., East, Ste. 104, Oldsmar, 813-381-5144. Find Local Rentals offers a variety of plentiful outdoor opportunities around the state of Florida. Kayak Nature Adventures sealeveler.com 505 Glen Cheek Dr., Cape Canaveral, 321-794-3474. Fishing charters — full days, half days and shark shing trips. Florida Horse Park kayaknature.com 3030 Miriam St. S., Gulfport, 727-418-9728. Free lesson with kayak or SUP rental! Paddle Clam Bayou Nature Preserve. Picnic on Gulfport Beach. Sea Spirit Deep Sea Fishing horsepark.com 11008 S. Hwy. 475, Ocala, 352-307-6699. This year-round, world-class facility is becoming the centerpiece of Florida’s equestrian community. seaspirit shing.com 133 Inlet Harbor Rd., Ponce Inlet, 386-763-4388. Sailing daily from beautiful Inlet Harbor Marina in Ponce Inlet. Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park Florida’s Adventures in Paradise oridastateparks.org/park/kissimmee-prairie 33104 N.W. 192nd Ave., Okeechobee, 863-462-5360. Offers 20 beautiful sites with water, dump station and 15 equestrian sites for horseback campers. Sebastian Inlet State Park oridasadventuresinparadise.com 165 Gator Dr., Merritt Island, 321-848-2486. Swim with dolphins and manatees, take saltwater shing charters, use stand up paddleboards and go kayaking. oridastateparks.org/park/sebastian-inlet 9700 S. Hwy. A1A, Melbourne, 321-984-4852. Nestled on the tip of barrier islands, located on the central east coast of Florida. Lake Gri n State Park oridastateparks.org/park/lake-grif n 3089 U.S. Hwy. 441/27 27, Fruitland Park, 352-360-6760. A timeless beauty. Camping, boat ramp, picnicking and kayak rentals. See Through Canoe, Inc. Flyboard Central Florida yboardcentral orida.com 3915 Lake Conine Dr. E., Winter Haven, 863-293-2753. Spend the day soaring high in the air like Iron Man over a beautiful lake in Central Florida! Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park seethroughcanoe.com 9846 Indian Key Trl., Seminole, 850-240-0992. See it all in a see-through canoe and see it all your way in the see-through canoe/kayak hybrid. oridastateparks.org/park/lake-june-in-winter 5931 Hammock Rd., Sebring, 863-386-6094. Some of Florida’s rarest plants and animals are found in the scrub. Silver Springs State Park Fort Cooper State Park Lake Kissimmee State Park oridastateparks.org/park/fort-cooper 3100 S. Old Floral City Rd., Inverness, 352-726-0315. Fishing and paddle boating available. Featuring a recreation hall ideal for gatherings. oridastateparks.org/park/lake-kissimmee 14248 Camp Mack Rd., Lake Wales, 863-696-1112. Visitors enjoy boating, canoeing and shing in the picturesque lakes. oridastateparks.org 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, 352-236-7148. 4,660 acre national natural landmark features freshwater springs that form the 5.4-mile Silver River. Skydive Sebastian Lake Louisa State Park Fort Pierce Inlet State Park oridastateparks.org/park/fort-piece-inlet 905 Shorewinds Dr., Ft. Pierce, 772-468-3985. The shores and coastal waters provide an abundance of recreational opportunities. oridastateparks.org/park/lake-louisa 7305 U.S. Hwy. 27, Clermont, 352-394-3969. This 4,372-acre state park lies on the shores of Lake Louisa in the corner of the Green Swamp. skydivesebastian.com 400 Airport Dr. W., Sebastian, 772-388-5672. Premier coastal Florida skydiving facility for rst-time jumpers and experienced skydivers. Skyway Fishing Pier State Park Little Manatee River State Park Fort Pierce Tours.com fortpiercetours.com 100 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Ft. Pierce, 772-467-3169. For you nature lovers, come to Fort Pierce for environmentally responsible, nature-based activities. f oridastateparks.org/park/little-manatee-river 215 Lightfoot Rd., Wimauma, 813-671-5005. Kayaking, canoeing, hiking trails and 12 miles of equestrian trails. oridastateparks.org/park/skyway 4905 34th St. S., #5000, St. Petersburg, 727-893-2627. Common catches include snook, tarpon, grouper, black sea bass, Spanish mackerel and many more. Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park and Katie’s Landing oridastateparks.org 8300 W. State Rd. 46, Sanford, 407-884-2008. Visitors can launch their canoe on the river or stroll along the Sand Hill nature trails. SoBe Surf & Paddle sobesurf.com 635 S. Plumosa St., #11, Merritt Island, 321-926-6571. Standup paddleboard nature manatee tours, kayak eco manatee tours, SUP and kayak rentals. f OFFICIAL VISITOR’S GUIDE 4 113
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