About Withlapopka Community Park
The Withlapopka Community Park is approximately 50 acres located within the Flying Eagle Preserve. The preserve is a mosaic of small lakes, marshes and swamps with numerous scattered islands of forested uplands. The park site was used by Citrus County as a disposal site for spoil dredged from the county’s canals.
The park is a result of a group of individuals approaching the District with a unique opportunity to work hand-in-hand to better the community. This group has spent countless hours constructing the park amenities.
Recreational Opportunities
Bicycling
- Small, unpaved loop trail.
- Florida law requires bicyclists under 16 to wear helmets.
Hiking
- Approximately 1-mile loop trail available with rest station benches.
- Follow marked trails.
Picnic Facilities
- Small picnic pavilion, picnic tables and grills.
Recreational Activities
- Frisbee golf
- Golf — chipping and driving
- Horseshoes
- Swing and teeter-totter
- Tetherball
- Volleyball
Access and Parking
- From US 41 in Inverness, head east on Gobbler Drive, travel 3 miles to parking area on left.
- ADA access and facilities available.
Restrooms and Water
Portable toilet available; no water available.
Location
Eastern Citrus County, east of Floral City
Nearby Recreation Lands
- Flying Eagle Preserve
- McGregor Smith Scout Reservation at Flying Eagle Preserve
For More Information
Land Resources Department, Southwest Florida Water Management District, 1-800-423-1476 (FL only) or (352) 796-7211, ext. 4470
Visit this Property
(This tract is part of the Flying Eagle Preserve.)
Street Address
10390 E. Gobbler Drive
Inverness, FL 34450
(Google map)
Size
50 acres
Hours of Operation
Daily from sunrise to sunset.
