Florida Outdoor Getaways 2008 - (Page 26) listings ATTRACTIONS continued from page 24 Sebastian Inlet State Park FloridaStateParks.org 9700 S. Hwy. A1A, Melbourne Beach, 321-984-4852. A premier saltwater fishing spot, this east coast park also hosts national surfing contests. $ Ê É Éi Cypress Lake Airboat Tours www.ospreyecotours.com 3301 Lake Cypress Rd., Kenansville, 407-957-2277. See the real Everglades on this tour through a river, creek, marsh and Florida’s “most scenic lake.” Allow 1 hour. Ê West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades Co. www.orlandobikerental.com 17914 S.R. 438, Winter Garden, 888-281-3341. Discover the other side of Orlando. Located right on Orlando’s longest paved trail. Allow up to 4 hours. $-$$$$ Ê Tiger Bay State Forest www.fl-dof.com 4316 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, 386-226-0250. Swamps with embedded pine islands. Existing roads provide access for hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing. I - Ride Trolley Service www.iridetrolley.com 7081 Grand National Dr., Ste. 105, Orlando, 886-2-IDRIVE. I-Ride is the themed transportation system exclusively serving the International Drive Resort Area. $-$$$ State Parks & Public Lands Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park FloridaStateParks.org 14248 Camp Mack Rd., Lake Wales, 863-696-1112. The Lake Wales Ridge runs through the center of Florida and has been called “Florida’s Attic” because it shelters species and communities. Éi Tomoka State Park FloridaStateParks.org 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach, 386-676-4050. A museum houses artwork by Fred Dana Marsh, wildlife displays and exhibits about Florida history. $ Éi Lake Toho Tackle.com Fishing Guide Service - Fresh & Salt Water Charters www.laketohotackle.com 1879 Kings Point Blvd., Kissimmee, 407-928-2529. Trophy fresh and saltwater charters. Fish with licensed Master Captain Bill Whipple. Allow up to a full day. $$$$$ Ê Ë Dade Battlefield Historic State Park FloridaStateParks.org 7200 C.R. 603, Bushnell, 352-793-4781. A re-enactment battle is held annually during Dec. or Jan. Contact park for dates. Allow more than 1 hour. $ Ê Éi Watersports Adventure Kayak of Cocoa Beach, Inc. www.cocoabeachkayaktours.com Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach, 321-480-8632. Dolphins, manatees, islands, mangrove tunnels, slip away and see them “up close.” Near local resorts. Allow 2.5 hours. $$$-$$$$ Ê Magic Sunrise Ballooning www.magicsunriseballooning.com Black Angus Steak House, 7516 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy. (Highway 192 West), Kissimmee, 866-606-RIDE. Breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon flights over Central Florida seven days a week, weather permitting. Allow 4 hours. $$$$$ Goethe State Forest www.fl-dof.com 9110 S.E. C.R. 337, Dunnellon, 352-465-8585. This forest is especially desirable to equestrian users with more than 100 miles of multi-use trails. Orlando Balloon Rides www.orlandoballoonrides.com P.O. Box 560572, Orlando, 800-586-1884. Sunrise hot air balloon rides in Orlando. One-hour balloon flight, champagne toast and breakfast. Allow up to 4 hours. $$$$$ Ê Ë Blazing Paddles Kayak Tours www.floridablazingpaddles.com 731 Cressa Cir., Cocoa, 321-890-9992. Kayak in the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge with manatees, dolphins and many more animals. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Highlands Hammock State Park FloridaStateParks.org/highlandshammock 5931 Hammock Rd., Sebring, 863-386-6094. Highlands Hammock State Park, opened in 1931, was one of the first state parks in Florida. Allow up to 2 hours. $ Ê Ë Éi Peace River Refuge & Ranch www.peaceriverrefuge.org 2545 Stoner Ln., Zolfo Springs, 863-735-0804. Exotic animal sanctuary and educational facility, providing lifetime care to rescued exotic animals. Allow up to 2.5 hours. $$ Ê Calema Windsurfing and Watersports www.calema.com 2550 Banana River Dr., Merritt Island, 800-422-5362. Fun and adventure. Windsurfing, kayaks and pedal boats. Lessons and rentals for all ages. Kid’s camps. Ë Lake Griffin State Park FloridaStateParks.org/lakegriffin 3089 U.S. Hwy. 441-27, Fruitland Park, 352-360-6760. Home to a champion live oak tree. Fish, boat or canoe in scenic Lake Griffin or watch wildlife. $ Éi Cracker Creek Canoeing, LLC www.oldfloridapioneer.com 1795 Taylor Rd., Port Orange, 386-304-0778. Cracker Creek Canoeing provides canoe and kayak rentals, launching and daily guided eco-tours on Spruce Creek. Allow 1 hour. Ê Rivership Romance www.rivershipromance.com 433 N. Palmetto Ave., Monroe Harbor Marina, Sanford, 800-423-7401. Eighteen miles from Orlando. Relax and sightsee while cruising the historic St. Johns River in Sanford. Allow up to 4 hours. $$$$-$$$$$ Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park FloridaStateParks.org/lakejuneinwinter On Daffodil Road, 12 miles south of Sebring, off U.S. 27 and C.R. 621, Lake Placid, 863-386-6094. This rare “scrub” ecosystem is home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. $ Ê Kayaks, etc. www.kayaksetc.com 2626 U.S. Hwy. 1, Vero Beach, 888-652-9257. See Florida the way the settlers did: by water. Guided kayak excursions, rentals and sales. Allow up to a full day. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Scenic Lake Tours www.fishingchartersinc.com/scenictours.html 101 Lakeshore Blvd., Kissimmee, 800-244-9105. See osprey, eagles, alligators, turtles, otters and many other species of tropical birds and wildlife. Allow up to 1.5 hours. Ê Lake Kissimmee State Park FloridaStateParks.org 14248 Camp Mack Rd., Lake Wales, 863-696-1112. On weekends, enjoy demonstrations of early Florida “cow hunters” in the 1876 Cow Camp. $ Éi Central Cruises & Tours Airboat Rides At Midway www.airboatridesatmidway.com 28501 E. Colonial Dr., Christmas, 407-568-6790. See the beauty of nature with the thrill of an airboat ride. One of the best in the Orlando/Space Coast area. Allow up to 1 hour. Ê Fishing #1 Fishing and Airboat Charters/Tom and Jerrys www.tomandjerrys.net 101 Lake Shore Blvd., Kissimmee, 800-328-5686. Central Florida’s #1 backcountry airboat gator tours; near Disney Kissimmee/Orlando. Allow up to a full day. $$$-$$$$$ Lake Louisa State Park FloridaStateParks.org 7305 U.S. 27 S., Clermont, 352-394-3969. Six beautiful lakes, rolling hills and scenic vistas. Great fishing. Horse trails. Modern cabins. $ Éi Ê Ë Éi Central Florida Bucketmouths www.cfbucketmouths.com 1275 N. 12th St., Eagle Lake, 863-661-7226. Beautiful lakes and great bass fishing. Experience it on Central Florida’s top bass waters including Lake Toho and the entire Kissimmee Chain, Walk in Water and more. Lake Wales Ridge State Forest www.fl-dof.com 851 Hwy. 630 E., Frostproof, 863-635-7801. The Lake Wales Ridge State Forest contains outstanding examples of native Florida ecosystems. Black Hammock Adventures www.theblackhammock.com 2356 Black Hammock Fish Camp Rd., Oviedo, 407-365-1244. A unique opportunity to experience the best Florida has to offer via airboat. Allow up to 1 hour. $$$ Ê Little Big Econ State Forest www.fl-dof.com 1350 Snowhill Rd., Geneva, 407-971-3502. Provides canoeing at the S.R. 419 bridge and Snowhill Road bridge. Horseback riding, hiking and bicycle trails. Bob’s Balloon Rides www.bobsballoons.com 729 Deen Still Rd., Davenport, 877-824-4606. Champagne balloon flights, weddings, special occasions, advertising and promotions, couples or groups. Allow up to 4 hours. Kissimmee Swamp Tours www.kissimmeeswamptours.com 4500 Joe Overstreet Rd., Kenansville, 800-347-4007. Kissimmee Swamp Tours is a unique narrated airboat tour on scenic Lake Kissimmee. Allow up to 1.5 hours. Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park FloridaStateParks.org/lowerwekivariver 8300 W. S.R. 46, Sanford, 407-884-2008. Horseback riding, primitive horse camping, hiking, bicycling and restroom. $ Éi $$$$$ Ê Éi Boggy Creek Airboat Rides www.bcairboats.com 2001 E. Southport Rd., Kissimmee, 407-344-9550. Over a million people have explored these swamps searching for wildlife on Orlando’s closest airboats. Allow 30 minutes. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Recreation & Sports Horse World Riding Stables, Inc. www.horseworldstables.com 3705 S. Poinciana Blvd., Kissimmee, 407-847-4343. Trail riding for beginner, intermediate and advanced riders on beautiful nature trails on hundreds of acres. Allow up to 3 hours. $$$$-$$$$$ Ê Paynes Creek Historic State Park FloridaStateParks.org 888 Lake Branch Rd., Bowling Green, 863-375-4717. The park museum depicts early Florida pioneer and Seminole life at a mid-1800s trading post and Fort Chokonikla. $ Éi $$$-$$$$$ Ê Ê = guided tours Ë = guided tours available in other languages = camping/lodging available ¤ = vacation planner ¦ = vacation planner available in other languages ¢ = ethnic heritage guide É = beach wheelchairs available in some locations Éi = guide or information for disabled travelers NAME IN BOLD TYPE: Indicates VISIT FLORIDA Partner PRICES (reflect one adult paying regular admission): $= under $8; $$= $8 – $14; $$$= $15 – $24; $$$$= $25 – $44; $$$$$= $45 and up. KEY TO SYMBOLS Sherwood in the Forrest www.siffla.com 20877 S.E. 155th St., Umatilla, 866-549-6637. Located on the edge of the Ocala National Forest with over 100 miles of horseback riding trails and 100 miles of ATV trails. Rainbow Springs State Park FloridaStateParks.org 19158 S.W. 81st Place Rd., Dunnellon, 352-465-8555. One of Florida’s largest springs, once privately owned. Offers blooming azalea gardens in early spring. $ Ê Éi SkyVenture www.skyventureorlando.com 6805 Visitors Cir., Orlando, 800-SKY-FUN1. Live the dream of flight. All ages. Open daily, rain or shine. Across from Wet’n Wild, off I-Drive. Allow more than an hour. Rock Springs Run State Reserve FloridaStateParks.org/rockspringsrun Off State Road 46 (at entrance to County Road 433; County Road 433 is not marked), Sorrento, 407-884-2008. Excellent area for nature appreciation, birding and hiking. 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