Location: Kissimmee
Top Things to do in Kissimmee
The 6 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Kissimmee, Florida (FL)
Kissimmee offers an ideal blend of theme-park thrills, outdoor adventure and unspoiled natural beauty. Find world-famous attractions just minutes away at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando. Continue the adventure with a zipline ride through the treetops, or soar above it all on a hot air balloon ride. Seeking more solitude? Retreat to the headwaters of the Everglades to discover an ecosystem alive with birds, alligators and exotic flora.
Restaurants in Kissimmee
1. Lazy H Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Riders as young as 8 years old can enjoy a scenic trail ride at the Lazy H Ranch. Mosey along with us across the Kissimmee Valley, through hundred year old oak trees and along the shores a lake Tohopekaliga. Hear the tales of Florida's cattlemen and Kissimmee's ranching heritage. Choose from our 1 hour or 1 1/2 hour ride. Maximum weight requirement is 225 lbs.
Reviewed By KKistner - Waukesha, United States
When most people think of Florida, they immediately think of Disney and all the beaches. However, Florida offers so much more. Trail riding with Abby at Lazy H Ranch was an amazing way to experience parts of Florida that are often forgotten! My 10 year old horse loving daughter and I can't wait to go back! Abby was very personable and knowledgeable, and she went above and beyond to get some great photos of us while riding. The scenery was beautiful. The horses were gentle yet spirited which made for a fun ride. I wish I would have discovered Lazy H Ranch sooner. We will definitely be going back for another ride next time we are in Kissimmee.
2. Osceola Schools Environmental Study Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By work-to-travelMI - Grand Rapids, United States
We have been there with our grandchildren several times and really enjoyed it. The teacher volunteers are extremely helpful. It is not busy and extremely peaceful. We were able to observe from the safety of a raised boardwalk a lot of wildlife such as alligators, turtles, snakes (cottonmouth, rat snake etc), a variety of wading birds, a horned owl on its nest, wood storks ... something different each time we have visited.
3. The Disney Wilderness Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 210 reviews
Visitors can take the 3-mile nature trail hike or an off-road buggy tour to learn about the hundreds of wildlife species that are being protected by the Nature Conservancy at this nature preserve.
Reviewed By henryfe
Learned much about the local wilderness and how it was established with a super guide, Daniel Cole. I believe this is a much overlooked opportunity to see a unique activity/site managed by the Nature Conservancy.
