The best nature centers around The Villages, Florida · Palatlakaha Environmental and Agricultural Reserve Park · Trout Lake Nature Center · Silver Springs State Park. The Sharon Rose Wiechens Reserve is the largest of the 11 nature reserves in The Villages, with 624 acres (including a gecko turtle reserve). About 1.6 million native Florida plants have been installed in the reserve. This wetland offers a view of wildlife from a waterfront that stretches across the swamp.
There's also a 400-square-foot observation tower for more viewing opportunities. Located in the center of The Village of Marsh Bend, there is a 2.5-mile circuit that is a nature trail, a pedestrian walkway and a multimodal trail. The 913-acre Chitty Chatty Reserve is visible from walking trails along the western boundary of the reserve, in the villages of Chitty Chatty and Bradford. The Hogeye Reserve is 81 acres and villagers can see while hiking the 2.5-mile Hogeye Preserve trail that begins at the Cattail recreational area.
Working with others to conserve, protect and improve fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continued benefit of the American people.
