When planning a trip to Haines City, several interests come together: park trails and a paved trail, golf, city history, arts and crafts, and an annual BBQ competition. First consider whether outdoor activity, golf, history, crafts, or a particular event should be your main focus.

Park Trails and Paved Trail

Lake Eva Community Park covers 28.8 acres and is located at 555 Ledwith Avenue. The park has two miles of concrete paths and sidewalks, with three fitness stations along the route. The paved Haines City Trail runs from the intersection of Lily Avenue and 7th Street to Grace Avenue. The acreage and trail distance answer different questions: the 28.8 acres refer to the park, while the two miles refer to the concrete paths and sidewalks. The named endpoints help you find your way along the trail. When weighing the walking options, the park offers paths and fitness stations, while the trail provides a paved route between the intersection and Grace Avenue.

City History and Annual BBQ Competition

Haines City was platted in 1885 and was initially known as Clay Cut. The name Haines City honored Colonel Henry Stevens Haines. The renaming is said to have been linked to an agreement under which the railroad company built a station there. The Ribs on the Ridge BBQ competition is held annually at Lake Eva Park. If you want to plan your trip around the event, check the specific event date in advance.

Golf Course and TopTracer Bays

Southern Dunes Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Steve Smyers. It also has TopTracer bays for practicing your drive and playing various golf games. When choosing, it is worth distinguishing between the 18-hole course and the bays for driving practice or different golf games. Since facilities and offerings can change, check the latest information before visiting, especially if the TopTracer bays are important to your plans.

Arts and Crafts, Water, and Farm

Port 27 offers arts and crafts experiences, classes, and workshops. These activities offer a different focus from park trails or golf. Port 27 also offers jet ski rentals at Lake Hamilton. If a class, workshop, or rental is a deciding factor for your trip, check the current offerings in advance, as individual options may change.

Haines Family Farm covers 20 acres of rolling hills and is home to 40,000 blueberry bushes in Florida. If you want to include the farm in your travel plans, bear in mind that seasonal availability may vary; check the dates relevant to your visit in advance.

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