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 Lake Kissimmee State Park floridastateparks.org/park/lake-kissimmee 14248 Camp Mack Rd, Lake Wales, 863-696-1112 Visitors enjoy boating, canoeing, and fishing in the picturesque lakes. Ormond Outdoor Adventures ormondoutdooradventures.com 1385 N US Hwy 1, Ormond Beach, 386-383-3444 Offering guided/self-guided paddleboard and kayak tours on the river and ATV tours on a private ranch. South Fork State Park floridastateparks.org/trail/Beker-South-Fork 29400 State Road 62, Duette, 941-741-3028 Visitors can explore, hike, view wildlife, study nature and photography. Lake Louisa State Park FloridaStateParks.org/park/lake-louisa 7305 US Hwy 27 S, Clermont, 352-394-3969 This 4,372-acre state park lies on the shores of Lake Louisa in the corner of the Green Swamp. Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail ormondscenicloopandtrail.com PO Box 1807, Ormond Beach, 386-299-2441 Florida Scenic Highway and National Scenic Byway in Ormond Beach. Southern Hill Farms southernhillfarms.com 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, 407-986-5806 Southern Hill Farms is a family owned blueberry u-pick farm situated on 40 acres in Clermont, FL. Little Manatee River State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Little-Manatee-River 215 Lightfoot Rd, Wimauma, 813-671-5005 Kayaking, canoeing, hiking trails and 12 miles of equestrian trails. Paddling Adventures Werner Boyce Salt Springs Spirit of the Swamp Airboat Rides spiritoftheswamp.com 2830 Neptune Rd, Kissimmee, 321-689-6893 Beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife, including Florida’s most famous resident, the alligator. Long & Scott Farms longandscottfarms.com 26216 Country Road 448A, Mount Dora, 352-383-6900 Come get lost in our seven acres of field corn. wernerboycestatepark.com US 8737 Hwy 19, North Port Richey, 727-478-3146 Kayak the unspoiled waters of the salt springs, one of the west coast’s best hidden gems. St. Johns River Cruises Ponce Inlet Watersports Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Lower-Wekiva-River 8300 W State Road 46, Sanford, 407-884-2008 Visitors can launch their canoe on the river or stroll along the Sand Hill nature trails. ponceinletwatersports.com 4936 S Peninsula Dr, Ponce Inlet, 386-405-3445 Everything you need for some great family fun, whether parasailing, fishing, ecotours, and more! sjrivercruises.com 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, 386-917-0724 Florida’s natural flora and fauna cruise experience on the St. Johns River. St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/St-Sebastian-River 1000 Buffer Preserve Dr, Fellsmere, 321-953-5005 Visitors can explore miles of the preserve on foot, bicycle, horseback, canoe, and boat. Rainbow Springs State Park Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway floridastateparks.org/trail/Cross-Florida 8282 SE Hwy 314, Ocala, 352-236-7143 Hiking, biking, equestrian and paddling trails, boat ramps, fishing spots and campgrounds. FloridaStateParks.org/park/rainbow-springs 19158 SW 81st Place Rd, Dunnellon, 352-465-8555 Rainbow Springs State Park offers swimming, tubing, paddling, hiking and camping. dI Suncoast Scenic Parkway The Ridge Scenic Highway Marsh Landing Adventures orlandoairboattours.com 4275 Neptune Rd, St Cloud, 407-572-3561 The ultimate private, premier airboat eco-tour and closest to all the Central Florida attractions. ridgescenichighway.com 325 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, 863-676-5160 The Ridge Scenic Highway will provide you with a taste of what Florida was like in the early 1900s. floridascenichighways.com/our-byways/ central-region/suncoast-scenic-parkway Suncoast Parkway, Brooksville, 352-754-4057 The Suncoast Corridor is designed to coexist in harmony with the natural surroundings. River of Lakes Heritage Corridor ROLHC.org 116 W New York Ave, Deland, 386-575-0694 There’s more to Florida: contemporary culture, historic preservation, and natural Florida. Tampa Bay WaterSports McKee Botanical Garden tampabaywatersports.tours 4630 29th Ave S, Gulfport, 727-513-0077 Boat tours, kayak tours, kayak and paddleboard rentals in Tampa, St. Pete Beach and Clearwater Beach. mckeegarden.org 350 US Hwy 1, Vero Beach, 772-794-0601 Experience a tropical oasis, where Old Florida meets a dense and diverse collection of native plants. Rock Springs Run State Reserve Three Sisters Springs Narcosis Scuba narcosisscuba.com 528 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, 727-934-3483 PADI five-star scuba diving shop and charter boat. floridastateparks.org/park/Rock-Springs-Run 1800 Wekiwa Cir, Apopka, 407-884-2009 Visitors can enjoy bicycling, hiking or horseback riding along 17 miles of trails. crystalriverfl.org 123 NW Hwy 19, Crystal River, 352-794-0074 Visit the boardwalk to see the winter home of the manatees and more wildlife viewing year-round. Savannas Preserve State Park Tomoka State Park North Beach Windsurfing School nbwindsurfing.com 4227 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, 727-656-6569 Windsurfing lessons and rentals, stand-up paddling rentals and tours. FloridaStateParks.org/park/savannas 2541 SE Walton Rd, Port St Lucie, 772-398-2779 Stretching from Fort Pierce to Jensen Beach: The largest remnant of Florida’s east coast savannas. floridastateparks.org/park/tomoka 2099 N Beach St, Ormond Beach, 386-676-4050 A birdwatcher’s paradise with over 160 species sighted, especially during the spring and fall. Scenic Sumter Heritage Byway Top Gun Airboat Rides & Buccaneer Westcoast Charters North Peninsula State Park floridastateparks.org/park/North-Peninsula 3100 S Ocean Shore Blvd, Flagler Beach, 386-517-2086 More than two miles of beautiful, unspoiled Atlantic beaches beckon visitors to this park. sumterbyway.com County Road 470, Webster, 352-793-3099 Scenic Sumter Heritage Byway is located in the center of the state. Sea Spirit Deep Sea Fishing dev.bwccharters.com 8600 W Miss Maggie Dr, Homosassa, 352-601-0647 Airboat rides, scalloping, fishing charters, overnight island stay, all inclusive. Okeechobee Bass Fishing Guide seaspiritfishing.com 133 Inlet Harbor Rd, Ponce Inlet, 386-763-4388 Sailing daily from Down The Hatch Seafood Restaurant. TreeUmph! Adventure Course Brooksville treeumph.com/brooksville 6440 Cedar Ln, Brooksville, 941-322-2130 Climb, zipline, swing and play in the trees! Over 140 obstacles and ziplines for ages 5 & up. okeechobeebassfishingguide.com 1505 State Road 78 W, Okeechobee, 863-824-3474 Okeechobee Bass Fishing Guide is the premier guide service on Lake Okeechobee. dI Sebastian Inlet State Park Old Salt Fishing Tournaments FloridaStateParks.org/park/sebastian-inlet 9700 S Hwy A1A, Melbourne Beach, 321-984-4852 Nestled on the tip of barrier islands located on the central east coast of Florida. The Tropics Boat Tours oldsaltfishing.org 200 Rex Pl, Madeira Beach, 727-216-6601 Old Salt Fishing Foundation is one of the largest fishing clubs in Florida. Silver Springs thetropicsboattours.com 25 Causeway Blvd, Slip 5, Clearwater Beach, 727-442-7433 We offer dolphin exploration and sunset celebration cruises daily: Fun for the whole family! Orlando Balloon Rides silversprings.com 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, 352-236-2121 Explore this Florida destination inviting all guests to enjoy nature’s most charming attraction. Turtle Mound River Tours orlandoballoonrides.com 44294 Hwy 27, Davenport, 407-894-5040 What’s on your bucket list? Get carried away in a hot air balloon with Orlando Balloon Rides! Silver Springs State Park turtlemoundrivertours.com 859 Pompano Ave, New Smyrna Beach, 386-957-1207 Fun, interactive pontoon ecotours and charters on the Indian River Lagoon. Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park orlandotreetrek.com 7625 Sinclair Rd, Kissimmee, 407-390-9999 Orlando’s most thrilling tree-top obstacle adventure. floridastateparks.org/park/Silver-Springs 1425 NE 58th Ave, Ocala, 352-236-7148 4,660-acre National Natural Landmark features freshwater springs that form the 5.4-mile Silver River. The Vinoy Club Marina Skyway Fishing Pier State Park vinoyclub.com 501 5th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, 727-824-8022 The Vinoy features an exclusive 74-slip marina, accommodating vessels up to 120 feet. floridastateparks.org/park/skyway 4905 S 34th St, St. Petersburg, 727-865-0668 Common catches include snook, tarpon, grouper, black sea bass, Spanish mackerel and many more. Wallaby Ranch Hang Gliding wallaby.com 1805 Deen Still Rd, Davenport, 863-424-0070 Experience the thrill of Hang Gliding at world-famous Wallaby Ranch! 108 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com
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