Lake Placid

Lake Placid, situated near the center of Florida between Sarasota and Fort Pierce, is a picturesque small town boasting 27 freshwater lakes, nearly 50 outdoor murals, and a bustling downtown of boutique shops and diverse restaurants.

Known as the Caladium Capital of the World, Lake Placid is where nearly all of the world’s caladiums are grown, a fact that is celebrated during the town’s annual Caladium Festival, a multi-day event that includes a car and bike show, art competitions, entertainment, and more.

Lake Placid offers a plethora of outdoor adventures, from fishing and boating on its many lakes, including 28,000-acre Lake Istokpoga, to exploring the hiking trails at Lake June-in-Winter Scrub Preserve State Park, which is home to the endemic Florida scrub-jay, as well as other rare plants and animals. Highlands Hammock State Park, a quick 30-minute drive from Lake Placid in nearby Sebring, offers the chance to see more rare and endemic species than any other state park in Florida. There, visitors can stroll the elevated boardwalk, bike, hike, or take a narrated tram tour of the park.

In downtown Lake Placid, visitors can see colorful murals, visit boutique shops and restaurants, check out the Lake Placid Historical Society Depot Museum, and on Saturday mornings, buy plants, local goods, and fresh produce at the Lake Placid Farmers Market.

Plan your trip at Visit Sebring.