Leesburg is located in the heart of the Florida peninsula, south of the Ocala National Forest and about one hour northeast of Orlando. It sits on the Lake Wales Ridge, a range of hills that runs north and south. Travelers arriving by car find Leesburg convenient to exits where the Florida Turnpike merges with I-75 west of the city and with US 27 south. Major highways include US 441 and US 27. Leesburg is located in Lake County with it's southern tip extending to Walt Disney World's door. Easy access to Florida's most famous attractions add to the active but leisurely lifestyle sought by so many newcomers. Opportunities for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, horseback riding and swimming in deep, clear springs set the stage for an "endless vacation". A healthy, growing economy completes the picture, with a complete range of job opportunities and all amenities of the big city life. Many retirement communities offer restaurant, recreation, entertainment, shopping and medical amenities on-site for the convenience of their residents and those living in Lake County. Leesburg residents of all ages find a complete range of housing, businesses and shopping centers. Lake County boasts some of the best schools in the state, as well as p prominent community college. Yet, it is to the community's credit that Lake County has refused to sacrifice the natural beauty of lakes and wooded areas- home to snowy egrets, herons, cranes and other wildlife, a picturesque backdrop for this wonderful community. The Harris Chain of Lakes (Lake Harris, Little Lake Harris, Eustis, Dora and Griffin) provide a spectacular backdrop for small town living at its finest. The natural resources so prevalent in the area make for the most pristine environmental benchmarks in the entire state. A visit to the newly renovated and revitalized downtown Leesburg - a Florida Main Street City- is just the ticket for relaxing and awe-inspiring measures of Florida living at its finest. Leesburg's Regional Airport features a 4,950 and a 6,000-foot lighted runways, tie down, hanger facilities and helicopter operations for the general aviation pilot. Private and charter flights are available. Flight training is also available for those interested in pursuing the excitement of flying.