Devane Park was named in honor of A.H. Devane. He started a large citrus operation along with Ernest Morrow, and E. E. Stewart in 1925 when Lake Placid was founded as Lake Stearns. Mr. Devane was important to the development of the town where he was involved in land promotion and his family made significant contributions to the preservation of the local history.
Sugar Sand Distillery is Florida’s estate grown sugarcane farm distillery. Nestled in the middle of a 10 acre Sugar Cane Farm, Sugar Sand Distillery is a true Farm-To-Bottle operation. Born of a desire to truly incorporate the love of farming
with the love of producing a true handcrafted small batch spirit.
Highlands County Florida is home to over 100 lakes ranging from 10 to over 27, 000 acres which includes Lake Istokpoga, the 5th largest lake in Florida. There is fishing for every season. Whether it is reel or bow fishing, area lakes have plenty of largemouth bass, crappie, bream, bluegill, sunshine bass, catfish, gar, tilapia and chain pickerel.
The memorial, which honors all veterans, is an asset to both Highlands County and the town of Lake Placid. Countless drivers pull off the highway to take pictures and walk around.
The Veterans Memorial is located at US Hwy 27S & Anderson Street, Lake Placid, FL