Welcome to Citrus County Fl
Welcome to Citrus County Fl

Lecanto, Florida

Central FL Community College located in Lecanto.

The community of Lecanto lies midway between Inverness and Crystal River at the intersection of SR 44 and CR 491.  Lecanto is a small  community of approximately 8,000 residents.  It is a wonderful place to live and is known for some of the most challenging golf courses in the country.  The Lecanto area features marvelous species of fish, birds and wildlife and is part of Florida´s "Nature Coast."   Both Tampa Bay and Orlando are within a 90-minute drive. View Lecanto Real Estate Listings. See more demographical information on Lecanto

South of the intersection is where the post office, the county government complex, the Lecanto school complex and the Senior Citizen Center is located.

The Withlacoochee State Forest is located nearby between CR 491 and 581. The forest is 123,240 acres of wooded land with hiking trails, horse trails, camping, picnic shelters and fishing.

Located on CR 491, the county government complex houses the many departments. Operating within the department are the divisions of road maintenance and aquatic services. The following departments are also housed in the complex: the Department of Developmental Services with the divisions of developmental planning, zoning and permits and fire prevention; Community Services with the Division of Human Services, Public Health Department, Parks and Recreation and Library Services. The county jail is also located in Lecanto.

HRS environmental services is also located in the government complex along with the Department of Technical Services. The divisions of engineering, management services, public utilities and the division of building.

For those who are over 60 years of age, there is a place in Lecanto where they can find companionship and fun. The Senior Citizens Center offers activities from line dancing to health related lectures. Pool players, card players, dancers, and readers will be found daily at the Center. A monthly schedule of activities is posted so everyone will know what is going on. The Lecanto Center is also a site for congregate dining.

The Citrus County Canning Center is available for use at no charge, and is located at 3405 West Southern Street in Lecanto, just north of the Lecanto traffic light on SR 491. The canning center opened during the Depression era to allow people to have a safe place to process their own food.

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