Parks, Gardens & Springs near me in Orlando, FL

Parks, Gardens & Springs listings

1. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake

   Park in Dr. Phillips, $

   City of Orlando park on the shore of Turkey Lake with a disc golf course, fishing pier, trails and overnight camping in tents, RVs or cabins. Entry is $5 per car.

   • Outdoor
   • Nature
   • Water
   • Family
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2. Harry P. Leu Gardens

   Park in Audubon Park, $

   Botanical garden near Lake Rowena with themed plantings, a large camellia collection and the historic Leu House. Adult admission is $15 and children $10, with several free days scheduled through the year.

   • Outdoor
   • Nature
   • Date idea
   • Family
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3. Lake Eola Park

   Park in Downtown

   Downtown Orlando's signature park, with a paved path circling the lake, the landmark fountain and swan-shaped pedal boats for rent. The amphitheater hosts concerts, movies and plays, and the Sunday farmers market sets up.

   • Free
   • Outdoor
   • Water
   • Date idea
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4. Orlando Wetlands

   Park in Christmas (east Orange County)

   Roughly 1,650-acre man-made wetland in east Orange County that polishes reclaimed water and doubles as one of the region's top birding sites. Entry and weekend tram tours are free.

   • Free
   • Outdoor
   • Nature
   • Local favorite
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5. Dickson Azalea Park

   Park in Lake Lawsona

   Small city park near downtown Orlando with a paved walking path, bike and jogging trails and picnic tables. It works well for a short, quiet walk.

   • Free
   • Outdoor
   • Nature
   • Date idea
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6. Barnett Park

   Park in Pine Hills

   Large Orange County park on West Colonial Drive with a splash pad, dog park, skate park, disc golf and an indoor gym. It also has fishing, sports fields and an inclusive playground.

   • Free
   • Outdoor
   • Family
   • Kids
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7. Blue Jacket Park

   Park in Baldwin Park

   Seventy-five-acre city park in Baldwin Park, built on the former Naval Training Center site, with a paved walking path, jogging trails and wide open lawns.

   • Walking
   • Running
   • Paved trail
   • Wheelchair accessible
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8. Jay Blanchard Park

   Park

   84-acre east Orlando park with the paved 7.4-mile Little Econ Greenway running through it plus courts, fields and a playground. Leashed pets are allowed.

   • Free
   • Outdoor
   • Nature
   • Family
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9. Lake Lorna Doone Park

   Park in Parramore

   Twelve-acre city park west of downtown with a paved walking path, outdoor fitness stations and gardens. It also has a seasonal splash pad, a playground and athletic fields, and groups of 10 or more need to reserve ahead.

   • Walking
   • Paved trail
   • Restrooms
   • Outdoor
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10. Moss Park

    Park in Lake Nona, $

    Orange County park in southeast Orlando with tent and RV camping, a boat ramp, canoe and kayak access, trails and picnic areas. Entry is $5 per vehicle and pets are not permitted.

    • Outdoor
    • Nature
    • Water
    • Family
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11. Tibet-Butler Preserve

    Park in Dr. Phillips

    438-acre Orange County nature preserve in southwest Orlando with walking trails, a butterfly garden and the Vera Carter Environmental Center's exhibits. Pets and bikes are not allowed.

    • Free
    • Outdoor
    • Nature
    • Family
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12. Eagle Nest Park

    Park in MetroWest

    MetroWest city park with paved paths, picnic pavilions and ballfields that doubles as a trailhead for the Shingle Creek Trail. Wading birds and raptors are regular sights, making it a pleasant spot for an easy walk.

    • Walking
    • Paved trail
    • Birding
    • Wildlife
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13. Lake Fairview Park

    Park in Fairview Shores

    Twenty-acre city park on the east shore of Lake Fairview in northwest Orlando, with a boardwalk and lookout deck near the boat ramp.

    • Walking
    • Boardwalk
    • Lake views
    • Dog friendly
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14. Loch Haven Park

    Park in Loch Haven Park

    Forty-five-acre green space framed by three lakes in the heart of Orlando's museum district, with paved paths and broad lawns for strolling. It is an easy add-on walk before or after a visit to the surrounding cultural venues.

    • Walking
    • Running
    • Paved trail
    • Lake views
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15. Greenwood Urban Wetlands

    Park in Lake Lawsona

    City-run wetland open space near downtown Orlando, open sunrise to sunset, with a dog agility area and a pet memorial.

    • Free
    • Outdoor
    • Nature
    • Dog friendly
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