South Central Florida
Escape to the State’s Heartland
Tucked in the heart of the state, South Central Florida is a hub of manufacturing, agribusiness, and medical sciences. But it’s also a place that gives you green space and small town appeal as a backdrop for your new life. Enjoy the big city life and take the chance to embrace all the outdoor attractions in South Central Florida. Its counties include DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands and Okeechobee, which are all conveniently located within a short drive of big name beaches and the world famous Lake Okeechobee.
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PeaceFL Coasts and Parks Aplenty
South Central Florida boasts the best of both worlds. Some counties hug the Gulf Coast, offering a bit of saltwater living. Other counties border massive Lake Okeechobee, providing a freshwater approach, where the nationally recognized Florida National Scenic Trail includes a stretch on the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail. And in between, parks and green spaces will keep you hiking and biking all weekend long, like those in Glade County. In South Central Florida, you can get away from the stress of city life and call Florida’s heartland your new home.
Stay Connected in South Central Florida
While living in South Central Florida feels like you’re getting away from it all, you’re actually still conveniently connected to it all, too. Nearby airports and two Amtrak stations make long distance travel out of the region a breeze. Roadways keep you connected by car, including three interstates and four U.S. highways. It’s not just people moving, as nearby deep water seaports and cargo rail help shuttle goods and materials through South Central Florida. Broadband access is easily found here, meaning you’ll never feel out of the loop – unless you want to.
Big Discoveries in South Central Florida
From the Okeechobee Music Festival to the Swamp Cabbage Festival Parade, locals celebrate culture in all its forms in South Central Florida. You can be sure to get a healthy dose of something different and unique at establishments like the Sebring International Raceway, America’s oldest road raceway, or DeSoto County’s Arcadia Rodeo, home to the All-Florida Championship Rodeo. South Central Florida may not have the bustling cities of other regions in the state, but it brings local flare and flavor to welcome newcomers to its counties.
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