Biking in Inverness, Florida
The Withlacoochee State Trail is only blocks from the heart of downtown Inverness Florida. The City of Inverness is a true bicyclers paradise. For the past decade, the City has taken the lead to make their town a walkable, bicycle friendly community, adding benefits for all who visit, live or work within the city.
Withlacoochee State Trail Florida May 11th 2014
First leg of the State Trail, starting at Floral City, we started to head towards Inverness having hired bikes and trikes at Hamptons Cycles.
Brilliant people, and the prices were spot on and the cheapest we had found for such transport. Half day hire consisted of $15 for a bike and $45 for the Recumbent Catrike (Simply brilliant)
Clean Air Ride 2012 Withlacoochee State Trail Florida
Clean Air Ride 2012 Withlacoochee State Trail Florida
My Town Gurus Guide to Inverness, Florida
Welcome to this virtual tour of Inverness Florida presented by the Official Town Guru Geri Gaughler, of ERA American Realty.
Come learn what 7347 residents already know, that Inverness is Small Town Done Right!
Inverness was founded in 1868 and named Thompkinsville after Alfred Thompkins, a Civil War vet who built Citrus counties first saw mill. The area was sold shortly after to a Jacksonville firm and was renamed Inverness after a village in Scotland. The clocktower and courthouse became the center of town when built in 1912 and in 1961 a key part of Elvis Presleys movie “Follow that Dream” was filmed there. Today, it is a desirable place for families, retirees, and anyone that wants to live in a beautiful paradise.
Historic Beautiful Downtown
The downtown has distinct landmarks including the Copper cupula and clocktower at the 1912 Courthouse and The marquee at the Valerie theatre
Shopping is abundant with something for everyone. The downtown offers a plethora of food choices for the foodie to the family. Options include European options, savory seafood, Italian restaurants, gourmet cupcakes, fabulous pizza, farm to table options, barbecue, traditional south comfort foods, wineries, pubs, and ice cream.
Outdoor activities
Outdoor activities include Watersports, Fishing, golfing, horseback riding, exercise of all kinds, canoeing, paddle boarding, camping bird watching, and so much more.
There are over 30 community events each year including festivals, concerts, performing arts, and shows. The signature Cooter Festival was featured on the Daily Show. The Cooter turtle races are something you just won’t want to miss.
The Withlacoochee State trail provides 46 miles of trails perfect for exercise, horseback riding, and exploring the beautiful terrain.
Whispering Pines Park provides 290 acres and plenty of activities from swimming, baseball fields, a splash pad, and much more making it perfect for a day with the family.
Cooter Pond Park’s boardwalk is a perfect place for a picnic and the town offers many more opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors!
Schools
Citrus county school district is one of the finest in Florida. It has been rated a high performance school district 8 years in a row. Students receive an excellent education that prepares them for college.
Withlacoohee Technical school provides great hands on training for careers that are in demand.
Real Estate
Inverness maintains its small town values and respect for it’s past while serving the needs of its current and future residents. Inverness offers a variety of living options for its residents including several distinct yet different neighborhoods, lakefront living, sprawling southern style homes, upscale housing developments, and more.
Inverness was ranked by smartassets.com as the 4th best place to retire in the United States and the city most friendly to veterans. Whatever your real estate needs, Invernesses Official Town Guru Geri Gaughler can help. No one knows the town and real estate like Geri. Call her today with all of your real estate needs.
My Town Gurus would like to thank Invernesses official town Guru Geri Gaughler for her keen insight in the creation of this Guide to Inverness Florida.
Rails to Trails of the Withlacoochee 2010
Clip from the 2010 Rails to Trails of the Withlacoochee annual ride in Inverness, Florida.
19th Annual Rails to Trails Bike Ride on the Withlacoochee State Trail
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Homes & Land of Florida Spotlight on Inverness, Florida
The City of Inverness is the largest municipality in the County and continues to grow at a managed pace. Residents take pride in being the County Seat of Government and becoming the principal hub for special events, culture and activity. Bordered by forests and lakes, natural resources have been protected and managed to provide a wealth of outdoor opportunities for family enjoyment. This is a community with a strong vested interest to respect their history and environment, while positioning themselves for future growth. Inverness, a transformed City of pride, progress, local values and opportunity.
With the Withlacoochee Rails to Trails only blocks from the heart of downtown, it is probably not surprising the City of Inverness is a bicyclers paradise. Forty six miles of paved recreational trail allows bicyclists and walkers to get their daily dose of activity, while experiencing the natural beauty of areas surrounding the trail. And, for those who wish to venture off the main trail, they will find easy access to downtown and bike lanes on the main roads to accommodate safe travel.
For the past decade, the City of Inverness has taken the lead to make our town a walkable, bicycle friendly community, giving the downtown area an extreme makeover, as well as adding benefits for all who live or work within the city.
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Whispering Pines Park in Inverness FL
Whispering Pines Park is a 290-acre park complex located
only minutes from downtown Inverness Florida. Surrounded
by pine and hardwood trees, it boasts active recreation in
secluded surroundings,
with free admission and fun for the whole family.
Located off Forest Drive, the park is open 7 days a week,
excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas Day and the hours
are 7:00am to 10:00pm daily.
Whispering Pines Park has picnic areas, a children's
playground and water playground, tennis, racquetball
and basketball courts, along with athletic fields are all
free of charge.
There's walking, hiking and mountain biking trails, a dog
walking trail and disc golf for the more adventurous.
And of course the beautiful swimming pool. Whether it's
structured lessons or just play, this Aquatic facility has
it all.
There's also classes/clubs and programs at the Recreation
Building available throughout the year, as well various
meetings of local clubs and organizations.
Facilities rentals are available on a first come/first serve
basis; however, specific areas can be reserved for group
functions. Perfect for your company picnic, family reunion
or birthday party.
A Group picnic area is available that includes, grills, tables
and a covered pavilion, and reservations should be made
as soon as possible.
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A weekend at Potts Preserve
Suncoast FTA weekend camp-out and trail maintenance.
Fort Island Gulf Beach West of Crystal River Florida
We took our Google Glass to Fort Island Gulf Beach on a windy January day to record the wildlife and beach.
15th Annual Withlacoochee Rails to Trails Bike Ride
Bikers of all disciplines came out and participated in the 15th Annual Rails to Trails ride. Road bikers, mountain bikers, comfort bikes, hybrids, trikkes - you name it!
Clips are from the North Apopka Trailhead, the starting point of the ride. Haven't ridden the Withlacoochee State Trail?
Visit for maps and other information. Make to support the Rails to Trails of the Withlacoochee, the Citizen Support Organization that sponsors this event.
Taken by Kevin Mims
Withlacoochee State Trail Theresawoods's photos around Trilby, United States (travel pics)
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Mannfield (Florida) Ghost Town
This area of Withlacoochee State Forest was once part of a town called Mannfield. It was settled in 1884 by early pioneer, Austin Mann who in addition to citrus was active in the raising of cattle and sheep. Mann formed a company to dig and operate canals on the east side of the county. He was also active in politics and as the area’s State Senator Mann guided through Legislature the bill that created Citrus as a county in 1887. He selected Mannfield as the first county Seat. In 1887 Hernando county was divided into Pasco and Citrus counties. Mannfield became the county seat of citrus. It once had a hotel, church, school, three general stores, a sawmill and a newspaper. In 1893 the railroad came through the county and bypassed Mannfield in favor of Inverness. Below are some links on the history of the area. It is prohibited and illegal to remove artifacts or metal detect in this forest. Please be respectful of the history that remains, thank you for watching!
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50.2 Mile Bike Ride on the Withlacoochee State Trail 10-30-10 (No Music)
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Lunch Hike at Mutual Mine in the Withlacoochee State Forest
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Homosassa beach
After visiting Homosassa Wildlife Park, we headed back to our motel, but decided we needed to see the sea, so took a random road coastwards and found this unspoilt little beach after a drive through grassland.
Clean Air Ride 2011
Clean Air Ride, Century Bike Ride on the Withlacoochee Trail
Vandal Caves Withlacoochee State Forest
Went out and found the Vandal Cave in the Withlacoochee State Forest. It is apart of the Dames Cave system. The largest part of the cave is about 20 foot deep. Cave is located at N28 42.555 W82 26.582
MUSIC----
Constancy Part Two
Not As It Seems
Smoking Gun
- Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
We've Been Ridin' Pt. 1
Floral City to the end of the Withlacoochee State Trail and back again, Fort Cooper Cover up!! Uppers being sold!!
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Inverness Named Florida Trail Gateway Community
Celebrating National Trails Day 2008.