Airboat rides, manatees tours, scalloping, zip lining, golfing, cycling and horseback riding! These are just some of the few things to do within close proximity of Lakeside Ranch. Check out the companies and links below for more information:
-Wild Bill's Airboat Tours: Voted #1 airboat tour and located in Inverness, view Florida's natural wildlife with a ride down Withlacoochee River traveling at speeds up to 45 mph. www.wbairboats.com
- Majestic Manatee Tours: Top rated on Yelp and located in nearby Crystal River, MMT offers manatee tours, scalloping tours and sunset cruises on Crystal River. http://www.majesticmanateetours.com
-Crystal River Kayak Company: River eco tours, mothership tours, kayak tours/rentals, sunset and stargazing tours and swim with the manatees! www.crystalriverkayakcompany.com
-Manatee Paddle Sales & Rentals: Paddle board or kayak with the manatees! www.manateepaddle.com
-Cycle the Withlacoochee State Trail. It is noted as a "must-do" experience by trail enthusiasts and recently listed as one of the best "rail-trails" in the nation by Trails.com. The Withlacoochee State Trail is the longest paved rail trail in Florida.The closest access to Lakeside Ranch is the Inverness Trailhead, located off US 41 at 315 N Apopka Ave. *Bicycles, including tandems and recumbent bikes and trikes, shoes and helmets can be rented at: