Lake Louisa State Park

Occupying 4,500 acres in Florida's Lake County, Lake Louisa State Park offers visitors rolling hills, scenic landscapes, and access to six distinct lakes, including Dixie Lake and Hammond Lake, among others. Lake Louisa is the largest of these, one of thirteen bodies of fresh water connected to the Palatlakaha River. Together they provide ample opportunity for angling, canoeing, and kayaking. There are even several wheelchair-accessible fishing piers here.

Hikers and backpackers will find nearly 30 miles of unpaved, but well marked natural trails for exploring Lake Louisa State Park. There are also more than 15 miles of horse trails available for equestrians, plus numerous picnic areas, including a pavilion at Dixie Lake. For camping, both primitive and improved sites can be used by overnight guests. There are several fully furnished cabins for rent, too.

Lake Louisa State Park is located just a short drive from Orlando at 7305 US Highway 27, Clermont, Florida 34714-9181. Operating hours for day use are from 8am until sundown, every day of the year. There is an admission fee of $5 per vehicle or $2 for pedestrians or cyclists. Camping fees start at $5 per person per night for primitive sites or $24 per site for those with water and electricity. Overnight visitors arriving after sunset must call the park for the gate combination and entry instructions.