Lake Hernando Park is nestled on the shores of Lake Hernando - a 516-acre freshwater body that belongs to the expansive Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes. This public county park in Hernando, Florida, offers a balanced blend of water-based recreation and onshore amenities, drawing in both local residents and regional visitors. The park is often referred to as just "Hernando Park", or as "Hernando Beach".

For water enthusiasts and fishermen, the park features a public boat launch with two concrete ramps. A long beach, with a roped off swimming area, is available along the lakefront. For families, the park includes a kids playground. A short pier and gazebo offers nice views of the park and surrounding area.

The park is also equipped for gatherings and day-long outings, offering covered pavilions and picnic tables that are available on a first-come, first-served basis, though they can also be reserved through the Citrus County Parks and Recreation department for guaranteed use. Barbecue grills are distributed near the picnic spaces, and public restrooms are accessible on-site.

Lake Hernando Park functions as a venue for local community events. Most notably, it hosts the annual Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival, an event that brings competitive teams, spectators, and local vendors to the shoreline in November of each year. The park's geographic location also makes it a popular detour for cyclists and hikers traveling the nearby Withlacoochee State Trail, as the Hernando Trailhead sits just a short distance away.Activities & Facilities

PlaygroundPicnic shelterDogs allowedShort hiking trailsPaved bike trailsSwimmingRiver or lake kayakingMotor boatingFishing

• Citrus County website for Lake Hernando Park