Things to do in Odessa

Lake Rogers Park is the main destination, with boating, fishing, hiking, and primitive camping on 272 acres. The park is dog-friendly and good for children. You can also walk or bike on the Upper Tampa Bay Trail, which has a trailhead in Odessa. Several nurseries and farms, like Christine's Tropical & Exotic Plants and Laurel Oaks Nursery & Tree Farm, are places to explore local plant life.

Families have several options. Lake Rogers Park is great for outdoor time, and Starkey Ranch District Park is another dog-friendly park that's good for kids. For a farm experience, Old McMicky's Farm is a local choice. Suncoast Gymnastics Academy has classes for children, and Bahama Buck's is a fun stop for shaved ice desserts.

Bahama Buck's specializes in shaved ice and smoothies with an island vibe, and it has outdoor seating. Andy's Frozen Custard serves sundaes, concretes, and more, with a drive-thru for convenience. Culver's also has frozen custard alongside its burgers.

While many national chains are present, there are a few local spots worth seeking out. Three Brothers New York Pizza serves NYC-style pies and pasta, and The Hungry Greek has traditional Greek dishes in a casual setting. WOB Bar & Kitchen features over 500 beers and tavern food. Vallarta's Mexican Restaurant is another local option for Mexican fare.

Odessa has two golf clubs. The Eagles Golf Club is a members' club with two 18-hole lake and forest courses, plus a clubhouse restaurant. Silver Dollar Golf Club is another local option, and there's also a Silver Dollar Shooters Club for shooting sports.