Are you seeking a relaxing vacation away from crowds, traffic, beach pollution and lines of people but still longing for easy proximity to more cosmopolitan entertainment? Welcome to Sumter County, one of Florida's best kept secrets. The entire community is dedicated to an outstanding quality of life, with friendly neighborhoods and a hometown atmosphere with an emphasis on traditional values.
Here, you will find a slower pace that includes sunshine, warm weather, friendly southern smiles and sweet tea. Explore our diverse county where there's always something exciting to do. Enjoy horseback riding within rural vistas, outdoor sports, or fine dining. You are sure to discover the unexpected; from bountiful fishing, birding and water-sports on Lake Panasoffkee, to bustling business and industry in Wildwood, and the more urban delights of The Villages. And Sumter County’s central location and convenient transportation access, you are just a short drive from Florida’s sunny beaches or the family-friendly atmosphere of Disney and Universal Studios. Golf is a year round sport in Sumter County with more than 20 well-manicured public courses.
Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the Wildlife Management Areas which offer a wide variety of recreational activities including hiking, hunting and biking. When you are ready for more cosmopolitan entertainment, head to The Villages for shopping and a wide variety of dining choices including an active night life.
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Lake Panasoffkee, Florida- Named after Lake Panasoffkee, a 4,600 acre lake located just off I-75 in Central Florida. You'll enjoy a relaxed rural area with great fishing and abundant wildlife.
Webster, Florida- Centrally located Webster offers you the peace and quiet you've been seeking. Home to Florida’s largest & oldest flea market, the “Sumter County Farmers Market” where you'll enjoy large car shows and swap meets.
The Dade Battlefield
Our primary goal is the preservation an conservation of this battlefield, raising public awareness of this tragic event, and presentation each year of a full scale reenactment of Dade's battle
Our primary goal is the preservation an conservation of this battlefield, raising public awareness of this tragic event, and presentation each year of a full scale reenactment of Dade's battle
Tom & Jerry's Airboat Rides
Extreme airboat rides and tours will take you through the most breath taking scenery, and around every corner of the spring fed creeks of the Withlacoochee River system.
Extreme airboat rides and tours will take you through the most breath taking scenery, and around every corner of the spring fed creeks of the Withlacoochee River system.
Sumter County Florida RV Parks
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Blueberry Hill
Bushnell
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Breezy Oaks
Bushnell
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Florilow Oaks
Bushnell
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Idlewild Lodge
Lake Panasoffkee
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Paradise Oaks
Bushnell
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Red Oaks
Bushnell
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