In addition to all of the things you can enjoy directly in our park, there is plenty to do in the surrounding areas as well!
*This page is full of clickable links. Explore & have fun! (you might find some surprises)
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Walk or bike the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail
From Buckhead Ridge RV Park, you can step right onto the trail & follow it north toward the Indian Prairie Canal about 10 miles away where there is a convenient pick up point by car. Enjoy wide-open views, fresh air and uninterrupted stretched of florida’s outdoors.
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Head over to Seminole Bright Bay Hotel & Casino
A quick 20 minute drive will take you to the local casino, where you can enjoy live entertainment, 4 on-site restaurants, plus a full service casino, bar & lounge.
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Stargaze at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
Protecting the largest remaining tract of Florida dry prairie, this preserve has low light pollution , meaning nights are magical. Even without a telescope, you can spot the Milky Way.
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Visit The Big O Flea Market
Open year-round every Saturday and Sunday 8am-3pm. Central Florida’s largest flea market on 22 acres with over 100 vendors, 3 restaurants and multiple booths. Free parking and no fee for admission.
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Take An Airboat Tour With "Okeechobee Airboat Rides"
Take a fun and educational airboat ride with this family owned business through the wetlands, where you’ll have the chance to see alligators, exotic birds, turtles, and a variety of other species in their natural habitat.
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Take A Day Trip To Jensen Beach On Hutchinson Island
Just an hour and a half drive away is Jensen Beach sitting on the shores of Hutchinson Island with miles of unspoiled sand, calm surf, and charming seaside cafes. Right from the shores, you’ll spot the spectacular Eustace Mansion (4545 NE Ocean Boulevard), a 50,000-sq-ft architectural marvel with domes, rotundas, and a grand holiday light display that’s become a local tradition.