Live Mermaids. Great Scallop Diving. Championship Golf. Endangered Manatees. Civil
War Reenactments. Miles of Trails.
The Great Florida birding trail and exciting wild turkey hunts.
Outdoor adventure, history, fun, relaxation - it’s all in one of
the few remaining areas of “old Florida” - your Nature Coast Playground in Hernando County.
Hernando County on Florida’s Nature Coast
Nationally known for the Mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs and
the great Florida birding trail, Hernando County, Florida
lies in the heart of the Sunshine State’s renowned Nature Coast,
naturally bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west and swamps
and state forests to the north. With lakes, parks and wildlife,
the county lives up to its title, “Naturally Hernando.”
"10 Coolest Places You’ve Never Been in America"
Float down the quiet Weeki Wachee River all the way to the Gulf
of Mexico for record- breaking grouper fishing and vivid
Florida nature photography. Swim and sunbath on a white
sandy beach at Pine Island. Discover miles of tree-canopied hiking
and biking trails or the great Florida birding trail. Canoers and Kayakers will
find some of the finest bass fishing in the state at the Withlacoochee
State Forest - one of the "10 Coolest Places You’ve Never Been
in North America."
Hernando County Florida encompasses Aripeka,
Bayport, The City of Brooksville, Hernando Beach, Istachatta/Nobelton,
Lake Lindsey, Masaryktown, Pine island, Ridge Manor, Spring Hill
and The City of Weeki Wachee and offers a coastal, relaxed hometown
atmosphere and is the perfect “not too close, but not too far away”
hideout from the big city scene. Only 45 minutes from Tampa, and
less than an hour from Orlando, Hernando County, Florida
is located along Florida's Nature Coast, offering outdoor adventure for all ages.
There's always something happening in Hernando County. Whether
you're looking for a scenic walk, a challanging bike ride or one of many festivals, you'll
find something for the entire family. Ring in the New Year in downtown Brooksville with the Fifth n'
Blues New Year's Eve Celebration from 5:00pm-Midnight. You'll enjoy five bands and a blues "jam."
Bring your instruments to join in or your chairs to sit back and enjoy. Downtown restaurants will be open
late for this Family-friendly event. Free to everyone.