Another year of 55 Places’ 55 Best 55 Communities means another year of recognition for On Top of the World in Ocala, Florida. While On Top of the World is known for its extensive and unique lifestyle options and plentiful amenities, its location in Central Florida is another huge benefit for active adults.
Ocala is about an hour and a half from Tampa to the west and Daytona Beach over on the East Coast. This area is a good example of Florida’s diversity of recreation, the beach isn’t the only place to have fun in the sunshine state. When you’re in Ocala, you can enjoy the outdoors as well as the local shopping and dining scene.
If you choose Ocala as your next home, your social and recreational calendar will be packed with lots of local things to do.
Trails and Springs at the Ocala National Forest
Exhibits at the Appleton Museum of Art
Shop and Eat at Downtown Square
Saddle Up for Horseback Riding Tours
Ocala is horse country, which is easy to infer from the horse statues all over the downtown area. Horseback riding tours are available for all ages and abilities at a number of horse farms in the area, such as Wild West Horse Tours or Cactus Jack’s Trail Rides. Stay close to the stables or take a ride into the woods, where you’re likely to see wildlife and blooming wildflowers.
It’s easy to spend a weekend, a month, or an entire lifetime in Ocala. Whether you’re visiting or residing in this central Florida community, you’ll find something you love to do.