Welcome to Highlands County, FL
If golf is your game, there are 13 championship public and semi-private courses throughout the area. Within a short drive you can find a challenge for the duffer or the pro, and the courses are modestly priced with prime season rates under $50 and off season rates as low as $20 per round including green and cart fees. And for the tennis buffs, there are courts in the local parks and some of the communities. Along with plenty of other recreational opportunities there are quality health and fitness centers. There are jogging and biking trails for your family to enjoy. Hunting close by and sporting complexes for both young and old to enjoy. Highlands Hammock State Park is an ideal location for camping, hiking, biking and nature walks. Home to a park system that wows with outdoor wonders, Highlands naturally allures visitors. Otters, alligators and deer take shelter in our hardwood forests, pine flat woods and cypress swamps giving residents a glimpse of wildlife along our nature trails.
Sports enthusiast will appreciate the many sporting events and facilities close by. Grapefruit league baseball is a Florida tradition and the Braves, Tigers, Reds, Twins, Red Sox and Rays are all have their winter homes nearby. A variety of sporting events are played year round at the Lakeland center. You are only a short drive from Professional Football with the Buccaneers, basketball with the Magic, hockey with the Lightning and Baseball with the 2008 American League Champion Tampa Bay Rays.
Highlands County is listed as one of the ten (10) fastest growing counties in Florida, business is steadily on the growth here. An active and effective Chamber of Commerce works hard to attract new business, diversified enterprises and tourists to the region.
Highlands County is more than just friendly people living a great lifestyle in beautiful surroundings. Highlands County is homes! From the reasonable priced homes in planned communities to spectacular executive homes in beautiful settings. There are beautiful historic homes, and homes ideal for raising a family or retirement. Condominiums and town homes are all available to suit your needs. There are homes close to schools, shopping and recreation, homes in many styles and price ranges. There are homes on the lakes and golf courses. A home that is just right for you and your family.
Highlands County is a wonderful place to visit, and an even more wonderful place to live. Come and live out your Florida dream in beautiful affordable Highlands County.
