Your Guide to Avon Park, Florida
Avon Park is a located in Highlands County, Florida. This community is home to roughly 10,000 residents and boasts small town charm. Whether you are planning to visit the area, you are looking to move here or you’re a lifelong resident, you’ll love the warm and friendly atmosphere. If you are looking for a place away from the hustle and bustle without having to drive far to get everything you need, this is the place to be.
Water activities and outdoor activities are popular within the city. Lake Verona is located within the city limits of Avon Park as well as Lake Tulane and Lake Isis. Lake Isis is surrounded by waterfront homes and is only accessible by the residents and the Avon Park Holiness Camp. However, Lake Tulane and Lake Verona both offer boat ramps and public beach spots to soak up up the sun and enjoy outdoor activities. Fishing is also one of the favorite pastimes in Avon Park and there are plenty of good fishing spots to throw a line in.
Although smaller in size, only covering 41 acres, Lake Verona gets deep quick. Please use caution when swimming. The deepest part of the lake is 80 feet! Residents and visitors alike enjoy the boat ramp, public park and beach area. Pack a picnic and spend the day with friends and family on the lake. Launch your boat or jet ski from the boat ramp off Church Street or set up at a picnic table to plant your roots.
For shopping & dining enthusiasts, the historic downtown area of Avon Park has plenty of restaurants and shopping destinations to choose from. From downtown diners to upscale establishments, the places to eat in Avon Park are sure to please your palate. The shopping district is filled with unique stores, boutiques and local services. You’re sure find a treasure along the way. Our favorite companies to do business with are below.
The school board consists of three public elementary schools, one middle, one high school and 5 private schools. As well as South Florida State College which is is one of 28 colleges within the Florida College System. Education is important to children and adults of all ages.
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