Local Attractions

Explore the Area, Chiefland is a place to slow down, soak it in, and wonder why you didn't come sooner.

Strawberry Fields for RVers puts you right in the middle of Florida's Nature Coast, with easy access to some of the state's best outdoor spots. Manatee Springs State Park is just 6 miles away, offering crystal-clear 72-degree spring water, a scenic boardwalk through the cypress swamp, and manatee sightings in season — perfect for a quiet paddle or a swim. Nearby Fanning Springs, Otter Springs, and Hart Springs offer more first-magnitude springs to explore, and the paved Nature Coast State Trail is right there for biking and walking. Golfers can head to Chiefland Golf & Country Club, just a mile down the road.

When you're ready for a day trip, the Gulf Coast town of Cedar Key is about a 30-minute drive, with fresh seafood, waterfront shops, and island charm. And for restocking supplies or grabbing a bite, Chiefland itself has you covered with Walmart, Winn-Dixie, Tractor Supply, and local favorites like the Lighthouse Restaurant. Whether you're settling in for the season or just passing through, Strawberry Fields is the perfect home base for exploring everything the Nature Coast has to offer.

Chiefland Farmer's & Flea Market

More than a market, the Chiefland Farmers Flea Market is the heart of Levy County — where hundreds of families gather every Friday through Sunday to shop, eat, and connect. With year-round events like car shows, tractor shows, and haunted houses, this decades-old tradition just keeps growing.

Harn Museum of Art

At the Harn Museum of Art, world-class collections spanning African, Asian, modern, and contemporary art meet a simple philosophy: great art should be accessible to everyone, which is why admission is always free. With exhibitions rotating frequently and special traveling shows passing through, there's always something new waiting on your next visit.

Carson Springs Wildlife Sanctuary

Spread across 275 acres of Florida woods and farmland, it is home to over 100 animals, including roughly 30 rare and endangered species rescued from lives that once needed saving. Each visitor gets more than a walk-through—they meet individual animals by name and hear the stories that brought them here, all while learning what conservation really means in action.

Ocala Civic Theatre

For 76 years, Ocala Civic Theatre has turned everyday community members into stars, staging professional-quality productions that now reach 65,000 residents each season. It's more than a stage—it's a training ground too, with an education program that's shaped over 1,000 learners of all ages through hands-on classes.

Levy County Quilt Museum

Step inside Levy County Quilt Museum, a cozy log cabin and stitch together the past, where hand-sewn quilts, vintage tools, and one-of-a-kind memorabilia tell a story all their own. Whether you're a lifelong quilter or just a curious history buff, you're sure to leave inspired.

Ocala Bingo Hall

Ocala Bingo brings the fun, the prizes, and a friendly crowd together for an afternoon (or evening) of classic bingo excitement. Now smoke-free, the hall offers an even more relaxed and inviting space to settle in, play, and keep coming back for more.

For the Grandkids (and the kid in all of us)....

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Spanning 68 acres and 24 distinct collections, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens in Gainesville unfolds along a mile-and-a-half paved path where no two visits ever look the same. Catch the giant Victoria water lilies in late summer before they vanish with the cooler weather, and time your trip between July and September for the garden's most colorful show.

Lubee Bat Conservancy

Bats get a bad reputation, but at Gainesville's Lubee Bat Conservancy these misunderstood creatures are the stars. Since 1989, this AZA-accredited nonprofit has combined hands-on animal care, global research, and community education to protect bat species and change how people see them. From lifelong care for non-releasable bats to outreach programs built especially for kids, Lubee is proving that saving bats starts with understanding them.

Walt Disney World & Universal — When You Want to Go Big

Strawberry Fields sits less than 140 miles from Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. For the grandkids who are begging for the big parks, you've got easy access — but the great thing about being based here is that you come home to peace and quiet instead of a crowded Orlando hotel. You get the best of both worlds.