[Tim C.]

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

[villagetinker]

The rec centers and possibly the pro shops carry golf cart maps around $5 these will help. Also, there are 2 villages apps, a free one and a paid one (less than $10 as I recall). These have golf cart directions.
You and your cart are not allowed on any roads marked 35 MPH or higher. There are tunnels under all of the major roads for crossing these. I strongly suggest you turn on your light so you can be seen in the tunnels.

[Tim C.]

helpful advice. thanks

[retiredguy123]

There is a tunnel under Rt 466A off of Heald Way. You make a left from Heald Way just before you get to Rt 466A.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

1. It depends on whether you are at the north or south part of Moyer loop. In either case you need to find the tunnel under Morse then take Pinellas or Hillsborough over to Buena Vista and the Buena Vista Trail south to Brownwood.

2. Find your way to the north part of Moyer loop. Turn north when you get to Morse and follow the Morse Trail north to Lake Sumter

3. When you find the Morse Trail north, one of the first things it will do is cross under 466A in a tunnel. Shortly beyond that you will come to a red light at Colony Blvd. Turn right at the light onto Colony and you will soon be at Publix.

I have the free app but not the other. The free app has a button for Golf Car Directions that will keep you on the authorized roads and paths. Things to keep in mind:

• - As far as I know, you cannot drive on Buena Vista
• - You cannot drive on 44, 466, or 466A
• - You cannot drive on Morse except north of 466 where there are lines designating a golf cart path
• - You will never be in a traffic circle along with cars. If you find yourself approaching one, look for the sign that says "no golf carts beyond this point" and the golf cart path to one side or the other.
• - It may seem daunting at first but it's pretty easy to get around after you've tried it once or twice

[Papa_lecki]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

It will take two weeks to figure it out.

to Brownwood
From Moyer loop, there’s an tunnel to get under Morse - you may need to go south. Then take Hillsboroough Trail all the way across. From there you go south on Buena Vista - then follow the sign for all the underpasses.

To Lake Sumter - its much more complex, but there are two underpasses under 466A
The first one you hit gets you to the Publix
The second on you hit starts you on the way to LSL.

The GPS apps are decent Or use Google Maps and select Bicycle - its 99% accurate.

[SIRE1]

I have 2 suggestions. One is to download the FREE Villages app (THE VILLAGES APP). In addition to a lot of interesting options, it also includes "Destinations" and you indicate where you want to go and get directions for your Golf Cart. (did I mention it is FREE ??). The second is to learn the routes the way we did. Buy a Villages map and at every intersection unfold it and look totally lost. I guarantee that in 5 seconds someone will stop and gladly give you directions and offer a ton of helpful advice. (and other than the $5 map cost, the directions you will receive are also FREE).

[Gmb727]

"Or use Google Maps and select Bicycle - its 99% accurate"

Used this and had no trouble

[thevillages2013]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

There are road signs that state “ No carts past this point” in locations where you drive in the same lane as cars. Look for a cart path / rec trail to start near that sign that will usually take you to a tunnel to get under that roadway. The sign on Heald way at 466a got knocked down a few months ago and laid there for a long time. Don’t know if it’s back up yet. BE CAREFUL! Use your turn signals , don’t trust other’s turn signals and remember to turn your turn signal off after turning unless it self cancels

[bowlingal]

It's Sumter...no P

[Rustyboy]

I'm also new to TV, I recommend you to attend one of the golf cart safety clinics put on by the villages HOA. Excellent class taught by by the HOA and Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. It' free and last about 90 minutes. I believe the class us held monthly at the Colony Cottage Rec Center. My wife and I learn a lot information about where you can and cannot drive a cart. For more info goggle the villages golf cart safety class.
Safe carting!

[TC_Arch]

Download the Village Mixer app on your iPhone. It has a free Golf Cart GPS.

[Cupcake57]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

Hello there. Just get on a multimodal path or the golf cart lane and follow the cart in front of you-you can only mess up if you miss one of those "no carts beyond this sign" sign or if you try to get on a path with two or more bollards (those are for non motorized traffic only). Explore in the daylight and before you've had too many drinks down at the square. You are not lost if you don't care where you are. Enjoy!

[jimkerr]

You can use the villages gps app. I use it all the time from Moyer to brownwood and it’s accurate.

[DaleDivine]

Originally Posted by Tim C.

yes, I did purchase the villages GPS app but it's not clear to me what roads that carts can't go on and/or there is no parallel path.

so....if I'm coming off Moyer Loop, what is the best way to take my cart between:

1. Brownwood square
2. Lake Sumpter square
3. And where can I cross 466A to get to Publix on the opposite side of Colony Plaza?

thanks in advance. it's all a bit daunting...

Since you have purchased The Villages app, just put in your destination and turn the volume up on your phone. It should tell you exactly which routes and tunnels to use. Mine does with no problems.