Gilchrist Travel Guide
Wildwood
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Popular places to visit
Brownwood Paddock Square
You can do some window-shopping at Brownwood Paddock Square during your visit to Wildwood. Discover the live music and shops in this family-friendly area.
Lake Okahumpka Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Okahumpka Park, a lovely green space in Wildwood. Discover the entertainment venues in this quaint area or seek out its golf courses.
Lake Deaton
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Deaton during your travels in Wildwood. Discover the live music and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Ocala: Gypsy Gold Horse Farm Horses & History Tour
Top hotels in Gilchrist
Brownwood Hotel & Spa
"One of the nicest places I’ve stayed."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Waterfront Inn
"It’s pretty decent and close to everything. Nice view to the lake. Friendly staff. I expected more for the price and the ratings."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Eastport
"Todo está excelente lo que la limpieza hay que profundizar la doña del baño que es donde más Lus hay le falta sacudir un poco y limpiar bien los pelos , si la propiedad no se mantiene y es nueva cuando pasen 10 años no sirve para nada por lo demás todo bien"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lady Lake/The Villages
"The first room I was given smelled like dog urine. Room 110. I quickly asked for another room and was given 210. It was better the ac was very noisy. Wi-Fi did not work well. The breakfast is not good."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wildwood The Villages by IHG
"This hotel is so clean and the people are amazing. Love staying there. Ive been a regular for a year."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Leesburg/Mt Dora
"Pool was dirty the staff was terrible the food was cold the rooms stink there was stained curtians in the room this place needs to be looked at for sure this is not the way Wyndham does business"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gilchrist
Fernandina
When in Fernandina, you can plan a visit to Lake Deaton and Lake Okahumpka Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dunedin
While Dunedin may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Deaton and Lake Okahumpka Park.
Collier
While there might not be top attractions in Collier, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brownwood Paddock Square and Lake Okahumpka Park.
Charlotte
While Charlotte isn't home to many top sights, Lake Deaton and Lake Okahumpka Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Village of Sanibel
While Village of Sanibel isn't home to many top sights, Lake Deaton and Cane Garden Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
