Heartland Travel Guide

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one of the boardwalk trails through the cypress swamps in Highlands Hammock State Park... nice camping ground in the park #green

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/highlands-hammock
one of the boardwalk trails through the cypress swamps in Highlands Hammock State Park... nice camping ground in the park #green

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/highlands-hammock
sunset and moonrise
Other than its actual existence began in 1960, seemingly every other 'fact' about the Lake Placid Tower contains conflicting information.

It's either 240 ft or 270 ft tall. It's either made from concrete blocks, reinforced concrete, or limestone. It may or may not have been the world's greatest concrete block building when it opened.

The tower was built to capitalize on the 40 mile scenic view and the numerous lakes and caladium fields that surround Lake Placid, on the Central Florida Ridge.

The tower closed to visitors in the early 80's due to lack of interest. Ownership changed hands and the tower began receiving visitors a couple years later. The tower is closed seemingly for good as of sometime in the 2000's.

The structure that once touted the "highest payphone in Florida" now operates solely as a cell phone tower.

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Lettuce Lake in Arcadia Florida. Beautiful place to kayak or canoe. 
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Where to stay in Heartland

Dusk at Lake Talquin State Park near Tallahassee, FL.

Sun 'N Lake

If you're spending some time in Sun 'N Lake, Sun 'n Lake Golf Course and Sun 'n Lake Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Sun 'N Lake
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Lake Suzy

Lake Suzy might not have many top sights, but Deep Creek and Deep Creek Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lake Suzy
How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.

Arcadia Historic District

Restaurants and churches are just a few things travellers like about Arcadia Historic District. A stop by Arcadia Opera House Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Arcadia Historic District
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Golf Hammock

When in Golf Hammock, you can plan a visit to Harder Hall Country Club and Sebring Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Golf Hammock
Inn On The Lakes

Inn On The Lakes

3 out of 5
3101 Golfview Road Sebring FL
The price is Rp2.839.538 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp2.839.538
Rp3.194.480 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sebring. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,372 reviews)
We had a wonderful time staying at Inn On The Lakes. My family and I have been travelling past the Inn for over 20 years to visit our grandmother in Lake Placid. We chose to stay in Sebring for a change of scenery, and all I can say is what a pick it was. From reception to breakfast delivered the ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Inn On The Lakes
SEVEN Sebring Raceway Hotel

SEVEN Sebring Raceway Hotel

3 out of 5
150 Midway Dr Sebring FL
The price is Rp2.137.382 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
Rp2.137.382
Rp2.490.056 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sebring. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

SEVEN Sebring Raceway Hotel
Oak Tree Hotel

Oak Tree Hotel

2.5 out of 5
6 W Oak St Unit #6 Arcadia FL
The price is Rp3.121.265 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp3.121.265
Rp3.617.018 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arcadia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (483 reviews)
We enjoyed the uniqueness of each room and the decor!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Oak Tree Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lake Grassy Inn & Suites

Lake Grassy Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1865 US Hwy 27 S Lake Placid FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Murals of Lake Placid and Lake Placid Tower ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)
We had a proper suite with unusually large rooms, nicely done. The bathroom was totally modern and elegant. The bedroom window had a fine view over the lake. There were two annoyances. The two queen beds were so close to the wall that access from the wall side was awkward and uncomfortable. The room ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Lake Grassy Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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