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The 9 Best Things to do in Bushnell, Florida (FL)
Bushnell is a city in Sumter County, Florida, United States. The population was 2,050 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2005, the city had a population of 2,119. It is the county seat of Sumter County.
Restaurants in Bushnell
1. Cypress House Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
We offer 2 hour Guided horseback trail rides in the beauty of central Florida,that cover parts of a 20,000 acre forest track. We take riders from school age to 99, from first timers to those who have owned. We limit the number of riders to 4,and keep the ride as personal as possible by not mixing groups,so please call for an appointment time for your ride. Rides that are 3 or more hours have a scheduled stop at a local restaurant where you can buy your lunch and then continue for the rest of the ride. As an interactive activity,guest who wish, may help with the unsaddling and washing of their horse at the end of the ride. Come get away from the city for a day and see the real Florida. Rates start at $70.00, plus tax and wrangler tip, for the 2 hour ride per horse.
Reviewed By tigsue - Palm Bay, United States
If you want a getaway from the city, private time or the best horseback riding ever gotta try Cypress House. We missed our 19th anniversary, because I was in Iraq, so took time for just us and so glad we did. Amy and Michael are the best host and Trail Boss ever. Get up as early or late as you want. You have your own privacy but can mingle with other guests, you choose. Nights if you just want to sit in the room and watch movies they have hundreds of them. Days they have Goats, a huge beautiful, looks like a umbrella bird, but not sure I don't know birds lol, kitty's outside only, a pig and many beautiful horses. The trail ride through a natural beautiful forest is amazing, we saw deer both days. My husband has only ridden 2 times and already feels like a pro. These horses are so friendly but remember you are on their turf so show respect. I have hundreds of pictures. This place has a beautiful front lawn which would be perfect for a wedding, birthday party, anniversary events of any type. The patio under the living quarters would be great if it rain cause you know Florida rain has a way of deciding to join you. We spent the weekend and most certainly will go back. Go as a couple or as a family it is perfect for both. For great local food "Big O's Home Plate" Fridays all you can eat fish and shrimp. OMGoodness what can I say my husband had fried I had grilled. I know if you leave without having fun you weren't going to have fun anywhere you go. Thank you Amy and Michael
2. Florida National Cemetery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By bobaO1535JW
Both of my parents are interred here. My father was a WWII veteran and because of that , my mother also was able to be here also. The grounds are immaculate and it is awe inspiring to see the Marine color guard there also. Whom ever designed this location did a great job.
3. Bushnell Motorsports Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By gilley2018 - Bushnell, United States
My family and I visited BMP and had the time of our lives!! The greeter at the front desk was very nice and efficiently got us signed in so we could quickly be on our way to having fun! After a short, but thorough, tutorial on procedures and rules, we were on our way! The concession karts were an absolute blast!!! I don’t think I have ever had as much fun with my teenagers as I did at BMP! The track was smooth and just technical enough to make us really plan out our strategy for getting around the track. A great ride for the novice or seasoned karter. We will be back!
4. Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
The Seminole tribe defeated the U.S. Army here.
Reviewed By MarnetteS - Webster, United States
We recently moved to Central Florida and made a visit to Dade Battlefield Historic State Park located in Bushnell, FL in Sumter County on CR 603 between I-75 and US Route 301 at 7200 Battlefield Parkway. "Commemorating the battle that started the Second Seminole War in 1835, this 80-acre state park protects the historic battlefield and also the natural communities as they existed during the war." It includes 40 acres of pine flatwoods and a live oak hammock. After Florida became a territory, the increase in settlers created tension among the native Seminole tribe also because they gave refuge to fugitive slaves. The conflict reached a high point in 1832 when several chiefs wanted to relocate the Seminole people west of the Mississippi to Indian Territory in present-day Oklahoma. Many refused to go. On December 28, 1835, 107 officers and men under Major Francis Dade were en route to present-day Ocala. They were ambushed by 180 Seminole warriors in present day Bushnell who had watched them from a pine forest; the sentries were dismissed. All but three of the soldiers were killed; only six warriors died. This defeat started the the Second Seminole War which was the longest and most costly American Indian war in U.S. history. The park is a peaceful place with numerous well-marked and cleared trails. Some of the grounds are intentionally not mowed to show what the original area looked like. There are a few memorials marking the place where some of Dade's men fell. Benches dot the trails; restrooms are available near the playground. It was interesting to learn about controlled burns of the woods every 1-4 years. We walked around the elevated hill where reenactments occur. Don't miss the well marked "Ancient Oak Tree." Also note the live oaks with the "resurrection ferns" which come to life on the tops of live oak branches after rain. Also of note are the reconstructed log redoubt and a replica of the cannon used by Dade (near the restroom area). There is a $3 vehicle entry fee up to 8 people; additional passengers pay $2 per person. Entrance fee for bicyclists and pedestrians is $2 per person. All fees are payable on the envelope honor system; no attendant is present. Parking is abundant perhaps because an annual reenactment normally occurs in early January. However, the 2021 event was canceled because of Covid. The museum at the Visitor Center is closed until further notice; summer day camps will not be held this year. The park is open from 8 a.m. to sunset 365 days a year. Several picnic pavilions are available for $53.50 per day including tax.
5. The Florida International Teaching Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
6. GatorBait Airboat Tours
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
My once in a lifetime trip will begin with a scenic ecotour ending up in three Beautiful Blue Lagoon Springs of Crystal River.
7. Fort Armstrong Historic Monument
8. Bevilles Corner Market
A fun old time market where you can find lots of stuff to buy.
