Hendry County
At the Heart of Florida’s Heartland
Take a deep breath and let it out. Feel that? It’s the peaceful resolve of Hendry County’s friendly neighbors, scenic trails and serene lakes. In Hendry, you set the pace. Whether you prefer an invigorating adventure, like skydiving in Clewiston, or a spectator sport, like one of the county’s many rodeos, you can find it here in Hendry. And, with cities like LaBelle that boast tree-canopied streets, a low cost of living and a full calendar’s worth of events, Hendry County is a natural choice for both tranquility and community.
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Naturally One of Florida’s Best
Need a place to get lost in your thoughts? Find immediate tranquility on 730 square miles of Lake Okeechobee — a large freshwater lake perfect for birdwatching, canoeing, kayaking or fishing for largemouth bass. Discover swaths of diverse tropical plants and wildlife, like the endangered Florida Panther, at the Big Cypress National Preserve. Hop aboard an airboat tour or explore the untamed Florida Everglades on a swamp safari. Or, hone your wild boar and gator hunting skills with thousands of acres of free-range ranches and private farms.
Always & Never a Moment to Spare
Whether you’re perusing the miniaturized town at the LaBelle Heritage Museum or exploring Seminole culture at Clewiston Museum, you’ll always find something to pique your interest in Hendry County.
Year-round mid-seventies temperatures also makes the county the perfect place for a variety of events and festivals, including the 55+ year running Swamp Cabbage Festival, the LaBelle Black Heritage Festival and the Hendry County Fair. Sit on the edge of your seat at the Labelle Rodeo Arena. And, when you’re good and hungry, grab a bite to eat at one of the many local restaurants, like Forrey Grill or Infinity Steakhouse. Regardless of how you choose to spend your time, Hendry County’s even-keeled nature offers some serious and simultaneous relaxation and entertainment.
Perfectly Reasonable Living
Living on a budget or just wanting to lead a more peaceful life surrounded by nature? Hendry County offers a variety of communities from the historic Downtown LaBelle to sprawling rural escapes. Enjoy a cost of living in LaBelle that is 13% lower than the national average and even lower in many of the region’s unincorporated communities. And, with a school district consisting of 7,000 students and 1,000 employees, you can rest assured that your child will receive individualized teaching in small classroom-sizes.
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