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Solid Waste Holiday Collection Schedule for unincorporated Polk County customers.

Things to Do

Whether you’re coming from hundreds of miles away, or looking for a staycation close to home, Central Florida’s Polk County is your crossroads of opportunity. Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State, you are close to top Central Florida attractions that include LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, Bok Tower Gardens and Safari Wilderness. Culture, lakes, trails, history and hospitality…you’ll find it all here as you explore Florida’s Sweetest Spot.

History Center

Showcasing, informing and inspiring residents and visitors with Polk’s rich history is the mission here. The History Center provides interesting programming, genealogy exploration, opportunities to discover heritage trails and experience fun special events. Exhibits and artifacts tell fabulous stories about Polk's past.


Parks and recreation

With more than 60 recreational parks, a historical-oriented venue, resource centers, five campgrounds, boat ramps and an ATV park, your biggest challenge will be deciding what to do.


Environmental Reserves

Polk County’s Environmental Lands Program acquires, preserves, protects, manages and restores endangered and environmentally sensitive lands, water resources and important wildlife habitats.


Bone Valley ATV Park

Bone Valley is an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) park on a 200-acre tract of land with 15 trails, hill climbs and open riding areas.



EVENTS

Free Health Screenings and Polk HealthCare Plan Enrollment December 2024


The Polk HealthCare Plan and the Florida Department of Health partner to provide free health screenings to members of the community and to provide Polk…

Dec 3, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024

Dec 3, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024

Free Health Screenings and Polk HealthCare Plan Enrollment December 2024

Jan 2, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

Jan 2, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

Free Health Screenings and Polk HealthCare Plan Enrollment January 2024

January 4, 2025

January 4, 2025

Oak Hill Cemetery Tour Jan 2025

Jan 13, 2025 - Feb 10, 2025

Jan 13, 2025 - Feb 10, 2025

Dining with Diabetes (4-class series + 3-month follow-up)

February 1, 2025

February 1, 2025

The Hunt For Sasquatch – 10K, 5K, 1-Mile Trail Race

February 1, 2025

February 1, 2025

Historic Evergreen and Palm Cemeteries Walking Tour Feb 2025

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