CENTRAL | Things to Do, Food and Drink, Visitor Services KEY TO SYMBOLS: d = Beach wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for travelers with disabilities = Certified Visitor Information Centers Cactus Jack’s Trail Rides cactusjackstrailrides.com 11100 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, 352-266-9326 We offer guided horseback rides in the Cross Florida Greenway trail system. Egmont Key State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Egmont-Key 4905 34th St S #5000, St. Petersburg, 727-893-2627 Gain access to the island by private boat or ferry from nearby Fort DeSoto Park. Haw Creek Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/haw-creek County Road 2006, Ormond Beach, 386-676-4050 Haw Creek is a beautiful blackwater creek, great for paddling. dI Caladesi Island State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Caladesi-Island 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, 727-469-5918 Swim, fish, boat, hike or relax on this barrier island. Eleanor Foerste Adventures Heathcote Botanical Gardens efadventures.com PO Box 450627, Kissimmee, 407-908-4379 Explore local conservation areas and nature parks on natural trails. heathcotebotanicalgardens.org 210 Savannah Rd, Fort Pierce, 772-464-4672 Heathcote educates the public by maintaining a collection of quality plants and activities. Canoe Escape canoeescape.com John B Sargeant Park 12702 US 301 at Stacy Rd, Thonotosassa, 813-986-2067 Escape to nature, create unforgettable memories, paddle adventure through a 16,000-acre river. Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park Highlands Hammock State Park floridastateparks.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. dI FloridaStateParks.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. The Canyons Zip Line & Canopy Tours zipthecanyons.com 8045 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, 352-351-9477 At The Canyons Zip Line & Canopy Tours, you get the best of both worlds. Farm Tours of Ocala Honeymoon Island State Park farmtoursofocala.com 801 SW 60th Ave, Ocala, 352-895-9302 Discover why Marion County is the “Horse Capital of the World.” floridastateparks.org/park/honeymoon-island 1 Causeway Blvd, Dunedin, 727-469-5942 Enjoy gulf beaches, mangrove swamps and tidal flats. d dI Captain Memo’s Original Pirate Cruise Fin & Fly Fishing Charters Hontoon Island State Park captainmemo.com 25 Causeway Blvd, Ste 3, Clearwater Beach, 727-446-2587 Original Pirate Cruise has something for everyone. finandflycharters.com 951 Bali Rd, Cocoa Beach, 321-652-5903 Inshore, deep-sea and shark fishing charters in Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral and Port Canaveral. FloridaStateParks.org/park/hontoon-island 2309 River Ridge Rd, Deland, 386-736-5309 This island welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/cockroach-bay 3709 Gulf City Rd, Ruskin, 941-723-4536 The islands are only accessible by water using private watercraft. Florida Black Bear National Scenic Byway floridablackbearscenicbyway.org 299 Lemmon Rd, Barberville, 386-749-3642 Discover wild Florida: Florida Black Bear National Scenic Byway. Horse Country Carriage Company & Tours Colt Creek State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Colt-Creek 16000 State Road 471, Lakeland, 863-815-6761 Freshwater fishing is one of the major draws to the park in Polk County. Florida Dolphin Tours horsecountrycarriagecompanyandtours.com 5400 NW 110th Ave, Ocala, 352-727-0900 In the heart of Ocala’s finest farms and estates; featuring carriage tours and events. floridadolphintours.com 7011 Grand National Dr, Ste 104, Orlando, 407-352-4646 Sit back, relax and enjoy one of Florida’s number-one sightseeing tours and excursions. Indian River Lagoon and Swampland Boat Tours Courtney Campbell Scenic Highway courtneycampbell.org Courtney Campbell Causeway, Clearwater, 727-570-5151 Ext. 40 Fantastic recreational opportunity for walkers, bicyclists, runners and bird-watchers. Florida’s Natural Growers Grove House floridasnaturalgrovehouse.com 20160 US Hwy 27, Lake Wales, 863-679-4110 Enjoy interactive exhibits, virtual tour, juice samples and weekly events. Buses welcome! indianriverlagoonandswamplandboattours.com 1 Ave A, Fort Pierce, 772-464-4445 Guided scenic eco boat tours of the Florida Indian River Lagoon and Estuary. Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway Crystal River Archaeological State Park floridastateparks.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. Forever Florida -Ziplines & Adventures in the Wild! ForeverFlorida.com 4755 N Kenansville Rd, St Cloud, 407-957-9794 Florida’s largest zipline park! Zipline, thrill pack, horseback riding and coach adventure tour! indianriverlagoonbyway.com 3790 Dixie Hwy NE, Ste B, Palm Bay, 321-567-3860 Surrounded by a unique and diverse habitat with breathtaking scenery. Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/indian-river-lagoon 1424 US Hwy 1, Ste A, Sebastian, 321-984-4852 The most biologically diverse estuary in North America. Crystal River Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Crystal-River-Preserve 3266 N Sailboat Ave, Crystal River, 352-228-6028 A place of exceptional natural beauty, undisturbed islands, inlets, backwaters and forests. dI Fort Cooper State Park FloridaStateParks.org/park/fort-cooper 3100 S Old Floral City Rd, Inverness, 352-726-0315 Fishing, hiking, relaxing and birding are the best ways to enjoy this natural gem. dI Indian River Lagoon Treasure Coast Scenic Highway treasurecoastscenichighway.com 2300 Virginia Ave, Fort Pierce, 772-462-1593 A 42-mile corridor. Crystal River Watersports crystalriverwatersports.com 2380 North Suncoast Blvd, Crystal River, 352-795-7033 Offering manatee and eco tours, scuba diving, scallop and fishing charters. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Fort-Pierce-Inlet 905 Shorewinds Dr, Fort Pierce, 772-468-3985 The shores and coastal waters provide an abundance of recreational opportunities. iOutdoor Fishing Adventures De Leon Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/De-Leon-Springs 601 Ponce Deleon Blvd, De Leon Springs, 386-985-4212 72 degrees year-round. Canoes and kayaks are available. GatorWorld Parks of Florida ioutdoor.com 150 E Robinson St, Orlando, 407-392-4593 iOutdoor Adventures provides all of your fishing trip needs. Freshwater or saltwater, we have it. gatorworldparks.com 492 W Hwy 44, Wildwood, 352-462-9500 Drive-thru gator park located in beautiful Central Florida. See ad on page 32. Reader Response 16 Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Kissimmee-Prairie 33104 NW 192nd Ave, Okeechobee, 863-462-5360 Offers 20 beautiful sites with water and dump station and 15 equestrian sites for horseback campers. Dolphin Snorkeling Cruise dolphinsnorkelingcruise.com 4630 29th Ave S, Gulfport, 727-345-4500 Egmont Key snorkeling, shelling, dolphin-watching. General James A. Van Fleet State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/Van-Fleet PO Box 713, Polk City, 352-394-3969 Landscapes include river swamp, bottomland forest, pine flatwoods, citrus lands and cattle ranches. Kissimmee Swamp Tours Dreamcatcher Horse Ranch & Rescue Center kissimmeeswamptours.com 4500 Joe Overstreet Rd, Kenansville, 407-436-1059 Narrated airboat wildlife tours, real airboats, real wildlife. dreamcatcherhorses.com 10639 Toad Rd, Clermont, 407-702-8332 Horseback trail riding and equestrian centers -suitable for all ages and abilities. Green Mountain Scenic Byway Lake Griffin State Park East Coast Greenway greenway.org/explore-by-state/fl 321 N Clara Ave, Deland, 386-547-0395 The nation’s most ambitious long-distance urban trail, with 2,900 miles from Maine to Florida. greenmountainbyway.org PO Box 85, Ferndale, 407-469-7027 Known for wildlife sighting, historical small towns, and outdoor recreation. FloridaStateParks.org/park/lake-griffin 3089 US Hwy 441, Fruitland Park, 352-360-6760 A timeless beauty. Camping, boat ramp, picnicking and kayak rentals. Gus’ Crabby Adventures Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park crabbyadventures.com 3031 Manatee Ave, Ruskin, 813-645-6578 Contact us today! floridastateparks.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. 106 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com
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