The 160-acre Lake Holathlikaha lies at the heart of this state park; a frontier fort was built on the site in 1836. The 710-acre park was opened to the public in 1977 and features 10 miles of self-guided trails and primitive tent camping for groups of up to 20 people. Volleyball, horseshoe pits and a playground are available in the main use area. Swimming and fishing are popular here, and the hardwood hammock is an excellent picnic area complete with grills, tables and pavilions. Pavilions, canoes and paddleboats are available for rental. Some facilities and activities in the park are handicapped accessible. Located on SR39, 2 miles south of Inverness.
Location:
3100 S Old Floral City Rd, Inverness Florida 34450
Telephone
352-726-0315
Other Florida State Parks nearby:
(Orange City) Blue Spring State Park
(Cedar Key) Cedar Key Museum State Park
(Crystal River) Crystal River State Archaeological Site
(Bushnell) Dade Battlefield State Historic Site
(DeLeon Springs) De Leon Springs State Recreation Area
(Homosassa) Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park
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06/09 Coming to The Inverness area
Florida Old Time Music Championship Dade City FL April5-6 FOTMC celebrates Old Time Music in Florida, encompassing musical styles ranging from child ballads to southern dance music of old time string bands. Contests in many old time acoustic instruments, String Band and Old Time Singing contests.
Catfish Festival Crescent City FL April5-6 Since April 1978, the Rotary Club of Crescent City has held its annual 'Catfish Festival the first Saturday of April at Crescent City's Eva Lyon's Park. This massive volunteer effort has one significant purpose: raising money for college/vocational school scholarships for the high school children in our community. After costs are paid, every dollar generated is used for scholarships.
Santa Fe Comm College Spring Arts Festival Gainesville FL April6-7 The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. It is held in the downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. More than 130,000 visitors are anticipated each year.
George's Music Springing the Blues Festival Jacksonville Beach FL April5-7 Springing The Blues is a free outdoor blues music festival designed to celebrate America's indigenous musical form and promote support of the arts. The three-day oceanfront event features a number of renowned blues performers as well as numerous displays and activities geared for the entire family.
New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest New Smyrna Beach FL April5-7 New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest features world class air shows .....day and night! As well as amazing live music on stage and all of the fun in the Entertainment Theater
Hernando County Fair and Youth Livestock Show Brooksville FL April5-13 Week long celebration of the county, entertainment, food, fair rides, livestock and agriculture competitions, demolition derby.
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