Picnic Spots Near Me in The Villages, fl
Lake Griffin State Park
3089 U.S. Highway 441-27, Fruitland Park, FL
Our park encompasses 620 acres and allows visitors to explore in several ways. Anglers or birders may want to rent a canoe or a kayak to explore Lake Griffin’s marshes. If you’re not sure... Read More
Flat Island Preserve
2388 Owens Rd, Leesburg, FL
This property safeguards an impressive and relatively undisturbed natural area consisting of marshes, hardwood swamps, and upland hardwood hammocks. The members of the Florida Trail Association... Read More
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
7200 Battlefield Parkway, Bushnell, FL
Every January, under the oaks of Dade Battlefield State Park, history lovers gather to commemorate the battle that started the Second Seminole War. On December 28, 1835, Indian warriors... Read More
Juniper Springs Recreation Area
26701 East Highway 40, Silver Springs, FL
Showcasing sparkling springs in a subtropical setting, Juniper Springs is one of the oldest and best known recreation areas on the East Coast. Located between Ocala and Ormond Beach along SR... Read More
Withlacoochee State Trail
3100 S. Old Floral City Road, Iverness, FL
At 46 miles in length, the Withlacoochee State Trail is presently the longest paved rail-trail in Florida. With a generally flat terrain and many access points, the trail is an ideal venue for... Read More
Fort Cooper State Park
3100 South Old Floral City Road, Inverness, FL
Over 700 acres of Nature at its best, Fort Cooper State Park offers a spot for relaxing, hiking, nature study and learning about history. Lake Holathlikaha is popular for fishing and boating,... Read More
Lake Louisa State Park
7305 U.S. Highway 27, Clermont, FL
A natural theme park awaits those with a hearty outdoor spirit.
The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher... Read More
Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle, Apopka, FL
With emerald springs feeding the Wekiwa River and lush tropical hammocks, this unique park just minutes from Downtown Orlando is perfect for observing abundant wildlife or cooling off on a... Read More
Hontoon Island State Park
2309 River Ridge Road, Deland, FL
This island, located in the St. Johns River in Volusia County, welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude.
The island is accessible only by private boat or park... Read More
Blue Spring State Park
2100 W. French Ave, Orange City, FL
The refreshing 72-degree waters of Blue Spring greet visitors at this gem along the St. Johns River.
Read MoreBlue Spring State Park
2100 West French Avenue, Orange City, FL
Conservation measures can produce astounding results. In 1970, two years before Blue Spring State Park was established, researchers tracked 14 manatees in the spring run. By 2005, after years... Read More
De Leon Springs State Park
601 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, De Leon Springs, FL
Offering visitors a Florida experience that blends its recreational swimming area with its fascinating history.
Once called Acuera, or “Healing Waters,” by Timucuan Indians who... Read More
Colt Creek State Park
16000 State Rd 471, Lakeland, FL
Colt Creek State Park is more than 5,000 acres of native Central Florida habitat, a place to explore the natural communities and wildlife that make our park special.
Comprised of large... Read More
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
4150 S. Suncoast Boulevard, Homosassa, FL
Visitors can see West Indian manatees every day of the year from the park's underwater observatory in the main spring. The park showcases native Florida wildlife, including manatees, black... Read More
Crystal River Archaeological State Park
3400 N. Museum Point, Crystal River, FL
A National Historic Landmark, this 61-acre, pre-Columbian, Native American site has burial mounds, temple/platform mounds, a plaza area and a substantial midden. The six-mound complex is one of... Read More
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
State Road 490, Homosassa, FL
This site was once part of a thriving sugar plantation owned by David Levy Yulee. Yulee was a member of the Territorial Legislative Council, and served in the U.S. House of Representatives and... Read More
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
100 Savannah Boulevard, Micanopy, FL
Not just found out west, herds of wild horses and bison roam the prairie in this surprisingly diverse preserve south of Gainesville.
Paynes Prairie is unique in many ways. Nowhere else... Read More
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, FL
The mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park have delighted visitors since 1947. Today, visitors can still witness the magic of the mermaids, take a river boat cruise and canoe or kayak on... Read More
