Golden Triangle Run

Named after the three municipalities forming the Golden Triangle — Mount Dora, Tavares and Eustis — this peaceful area of Lake County is rich in history. Early residents were attracted to the central area of Lake County because of its high elevation, sparkling lakes and majestic oak groves. All three Golden Triangle cities feature quaint downtowns where boutiques and restaurants abound.

A must see of the Golden Triangle Run is the Dora Canal. Connecting the lakes of Dora and Eustis, the canal is the most well-known waterway in Lake County as a leading sports writer in the 1930s penned it as “the most beautiful mile of water in the world.” Lined with towering cypress trees draped with Spanish moss, the Dora Canal is a safe haven for nesting ospreys, herons and egrets.

Places to Stay and Things to Do Near the Golden Triangle Run

The Golden Triangle area includes Mount Dora, Tavares and Eustis, and is known for its small town charm with bed and breakfasts, shopping, and a bounty of restaurants. As you plan your stay in the Golden Triangle area, you might consider a couple of nights at one of the bed and breakfasts in Mount Dora, shopping at the Bay Street Farmers Market in downtown Eustis or a sea plane ride in Tavares.

Area Lodging

Best Western Inn and Suites
1380 E. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 253-2378
Web site: www.bestwestern.com

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Comfort Inn & Suites
15000 U.S. Highway 441, Eustis, FL 32726
Phone: (352) 742-8022
Web site: www.choicehotels.com

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Simpson's Bed & Breakfast
441 N. Donnelly St., P.O. Box 30, Mount Dora, FL 32755
Phone: (352) 383-2087
Web site: www.simpsonsbnb.com

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Coconut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast
1027 McDonald St., Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 383-2627
Web site: www.coconutcottageinn.com

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
3601 W. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 742-1600
Web site: www.hiexpress.com

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Dining

Angelo's Italian Restaurant
2270 Vindale Rd., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 343-2757 Web site: www.angelositalianrestaurant.net

Italian | Outdoor Dining Available

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Kiku Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
6951 S. Old Highway 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 385-2888 Web site: www.kikusteakhouse.com

Asian
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Michael's At A Third Place
12 E. Magnolia Ave., Eustis, FL 32726
Phone: (352) 602-4587 Web site: www.michaelsthirdplace.com

Family | Outdoor Dining Available

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Lake Dora Sushi & Sake
227 E. Main St., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: 352)343-6313 Web site: www.lakedorasushi.com

Asian
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Highland Street Café
185 S. Highland St., Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 383-1446

Cafe
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Gator’s Dockside
15241 U.S. Highway 441, Eustis, FL 32726
Phone: (352) 357-1255 Web site: www.gatorsdockside.com

Family | Outdoor Dining Available

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O'Keefe's Irish Pub
115 S. Rockingham Ave., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 343-2157 Web site: www.okeefesirishpub.net

Sports Pub | Outdoor Dining Available

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Fun Things to Do

Segway of Central Florida
140 W. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 383-9900 Web site: www.segwayofcentralflorida.com

Segway of Central Florida offers one-hour guided tours of Mount Dora. The tours begin with 10 to 15 minutes of training.
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Tavares Sea Plane Base & Marina Sea Plane Rides
150 E. Ruby St., Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: (352) 742-6267 Web site: www.jonesairandsea.com

These sea plane rides will take you over beautiful Lake County, Florida. There is nothing quite like an early morning sea plane flight. Usually within five minutes you're seeing alligators and a variety of birds; Bald Eagles are very common.
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This list is not all inclusive. For a complete list of accommodations, shopping, dining, attractions and events, visit the Lake County Tourism website at: www.lakecountyfl.com

About the Run
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Length:
10.5 miles (16.9 km)
Bodies of Water:
Lake Dora, Dora Canal, Lake Eustis
Permit Number: 05-002
Paddlers Rating: 2
Difficulty: 2
Ease of Access: 2
Wildlife Viewing: 2

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Featured Wildlife
River Otter
Length:
26-30 inches

Weight:
10-20 pounds

Diet:
Fish, amphibians, crayfish, and other invertebrates; may also eat birds, eggs and small mammals when available

Also Known As:
Northern River Otter
Common Otter
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