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Lake County's Trails
Lake County's best places to spot feathered friends.
Blue Ways
A list for the species that can be found in Lake.
Guided Tours
Tips and resources for birding in Central Florida.
Recreational Spots
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Craig Cat Boats
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Craig Cat Boats

Offering a 120-minute guided and narrated drive-your-own-boat tour of Lake Dora and the spectacular Dora Canal.

Take a Cat Boat Tour!

Adventure Paddleboarding
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Adventure Paddleboarding

A guided paddling adventure on the water!

Go Paddling!

Alexander Springs
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Alexander Springs

Swim, canoe, explore the crystal clear waters of Alexander Springs, the only first magnitude spring within the Ocala National Forest.

Go to the Springs!

Rock Springs Riding Ranch
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Rock Springs Riding Ranch

Take a guided horseback ride in the breathtaking Rock Springs Run State Reserve.

Go horsback riding!

Explore the Harris Chain
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Explore the Harris Chain

Rent a comfy pontoon boat and explore the beautiful Harris Chain of Lakes at your leisure.

Go Pontooning!

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CONTENT NEEDED: Lake County gives you real ways to get out and get in touch with the great outdoors. Want to feel the wind in your face, the sun on your skin, and water beneath the keel? Come out and explore the pure nature of Lake County in whatever ways suit you.

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Where to Stay Find More Places to Stay

Lakeside Inn

Historic Lakeside Inn

Downtown Mount Dora along Lake Dora.

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Key West Resort on Lake Dora

Key West Resort

Tavares. Overlooking Lake Dora. One block from Wooton Park.

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Lake Louisa State Park Cabins

Lake Louisa State Park

Clermont. Private cabins overlooking Lake Dixie.

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Moss Gate Bed & Breakfast

Moss Gate Bed & Breakfast

Umatilla. Close to the Ocala National Forest.

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8

blueway trails

1000+

acres of parklands

1400

lakes and rivers

Girl paddleboarding!

Lots of pure nature to explore

Experience the Real Florida

Acres of preserves, state parks and a national forest for hiking, horseback riding and birdwatching. Plus endless stretches of water for boating and paddling will get you up close to the real Florida.

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Revolution Off Road

Ride ATVs, dune buggies and a four-wheel drive SUV through Florida terrains and swamps!

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Jones Brothers Seaplanes

Take-off from Lake Dora in a seaplane and enjoy breathtaking views of Lake County!

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Pisces Rising

Wind down from your day of adventures with delicous food and music while overlooking Lake Dora at sunset.

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Mount Dora Brewery

Listen to live music while sipping on local craft brews sampler.

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Yalaha Bakery

An authentic German bakery with over 40 types of freshly made breads, pasteries and sandwiches.

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Quest Air Hang Gliding

Take in beautiful vistas while flying in your own hang glider.

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