Leesburg, Flroida 34748 - Leesburg is located in the heart of the Florida peninsula, south of the Ocala National Forest and about one hour northwest 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 the county's southern tip extending to Walt Disney World. Leesburg offers easy access to Florida's most famous attractions, yet offers an active but leisurely lifestyle sought by so many visitors and newcomers. Opportunities for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, horseback riding and swimming in deep, clear springs set the stage for an "endless vacation". Leesburg is no stranger to exciting year-round events, with an annual Mardi Gras Celebration and parade, the Leesburg BikeFest, holiday festivities and a Fine Art Festival.