Local Directory

Oxford Park

Community park in Oxford with open space, a playground, and picnic areas. A family-friendly spot for outdoor recreation near The Villages.

Palmer Legends Country Club

Arnold Palmer-designed championship course and one of the premier 18-hole layouts in The Villages. Features a full-service restaurant and pro shop.

Paradise Dog Park

Dog park in Lady Lake with fenced areas for off-leash play. A convenient spot for Villages residents to let their dogs run and socialize.

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Picnic Pavilion

PT Airboat Adventures

Explore the Homosassa River backwaters and Gulf Coast mangroves aboard what PT calls their "WaterCoaster" — a high-energy airboat experience with twists, turns, and speed across shallow water. Choose from 60-minute rides, 90-minute eco-adventures, sunset tours, or private charters for up to six passengers. Dolphins, manatees, and alligators are common sightings.

Rainbow Springs State Park Ranger Station

Recreation & Nature Park

Richmond Canine Park

Rio Vista Park

River Adventure Tours

Located at the headsprings of the Homosassa River, River Adventure Tours offers airboat tours, kayak rentals, manatee swimming experiences, and fishing guides all from one convenient location. Their diverse tour menu makes it easy to spend a full day on the water, whether you want high-speed thrills on an airboat or a peaceful paddle among the manatees.

Roger's Park at Venetian Gardens

Rolling Acres Sports Complex

Municipal sports complex in Lady Lake near The Villages, home to the Lady Lake Soccer Association, dog park, softball field, and driving range. Also houses the Lady Lake Parks and Recreation office.

Rotary Centennial Dog Park

Sprawling 3-acre dog park offering fenced-in, size-based play areas spread over grassy expanses.

Russel St. Park

Sabal Bluff Preserve

Santos Campground

Year-round campground at the Santos Trailhead with 23 sites featuring water and electric hookups. Right at the doorstep of 80+ miles of world-class mountain biking trails.

Santos Trailhead

World-class mountain biking and hiking trailhead with over 80 miles of trails. A nationally recognized riding destination just outside Belleview.

Shocker Park

Neighborhood park in Ocala with open green space and a playground. A simple, family-friendly spot for outdoor play and picnics.

Silver Springs State Park, Campground and Museum Entrance

The campground entrance to Silver Springs State Park, providing access to the Silver River Museum, hiking trails, and campground facilities. A quieter entry point away from the glass-bottom boat crowds.

Singing River Tour

Singing River Tours

Captain Jon Semmes combines eco-touring with live music on this one-of-a-kind pontoon boat experience along Dunnellon's Rainbow River and Withlacoochee River. The roughly 100-minute cruise aboard a covered 40-foot pontoon includes original songs, local history, and wildlife spotting on one of Florida's most pristine spring-fed waterways. At just $15 per person, it's one of the best deals in the area.

Ski Beach Park

Snooky Park

Small community park in Lady Lake with playground equipment and open green space. A neighborhood gem for families with young kids.