Trimble Park is a scenic recreational area in Mt. Dora. It is located on a peninsula which was a…read moreformer isthmus between two lakes, Lake Carlton and Lake Beauclaire. The park was created in 1926 when Sadie Conner Trimble who was the first postmistress of Lake Jem and her husband R.J. Trimble donated 71 acres to create Trimble Park. In October 1978, Orange County purchased another 31.5 acres from a failed development and used it to create the campground area. The main feature of the park is the picnic grove and playground at the end of the road. My favorite part of Trimble Park however was the hiking area where there is a 1.3 mile loop trail suitable for all ages and hiking abilities. The trail takes you around the perimeter of the triangular shaped park and down to Lake Beauclair where ancient oaks ring the lake. Over the trail are mature wild citrus trees which produce fruit and blooms throughout the year. Birds you might encounter include osprey, ibis, red-winged blackbirds, and herons. Trimble Park also has a 15 site campground for groups, trailers. and single tents that is set around a small cove along Lake Carlton. Here you will also find fishing decks and a launch for paddlers. It is easy to see why this park is a favorite outdoor recreational destination for families, campers, and nature enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to camp, hike, fish, or simply relax, this park provides a welcome and peaceful retreat in Central Florida.

Nice park with a campground. The bathrooms are so nice and clean, better than any gas station and…read moremany restaurants! There is a boat dock and walking paths with doggy doo bags. 2 playgrounds and multiple pavilions, picnic tables and benches. We saw a gator but I didn't take a photo. 4 stars because there wasn't any maps of the walking trails and limited signage. We got lost and had to use a maps app to find out way back.

Yesterday, my friend, Lydia and I drove to Kelly Springs State Park for fun in the sun and a day of…read morerelaxation. The park is about 40 minutes from where she lives off of colonial. You get to bring your own food and drinks. They also have a concession area where you can just your own food and drinks. At the state park, they have a concession booth and a restroom as well. The park is open from 8 AM to 6 PM and I have a recommend staying at the full day. It was so nice and relaxing plus parking was only three dollars. 10/10

Kelly Park was the first spring I've ever been too and I just fell in love!! Make sure you take a…read morefloatie because It is a lazy river type of spring. There is also an option to rent tubes outside the park! You have to get there SUPER early to get in as there will be a line!! You walk to the very beginning and the spring will take you with the current all the way to the end where you need to get out and walk all the way to the beginning!! I have seen a hand full of people trying to walk back while in the water but it is a work out! They have showers, restrooms and even a concession stand! You can even camp there and they have trails to walk through. The beginning of the spring is probably the deepest at -about 3ft and the rest is about 2 feet tall if that! There is also a kiddie pool area that is part of the spring. It was only $5 to get in for 2 people in one car and bring cash! It is a nature park and you do see wild life!! Only reason I gave 4 stars is because if it is peak season you may not get in unless you get in line by 6am Make sure to pack a lunch or use the grill there... they also have pavilions you can rent

Wekiva Springs is absolutely beautiful and one of my favorite spots in Central Florida. The water…read morestays a refreshing 72 degrees year-round, which makes it perfect no matter the season. The springs themselves are stunning--clear, clean, and so relaxing to swim in. If you're not in the water, there are also walking trails where you can enjoy nature and get some fresh air. They offer kayaking as well, which is such a fun way to explore the area and take in the scenery. There's also a snack bar on-site, which is super convenient if you want to grab something quick without leaving. Whether you're going for a relaxing day or something a little more active, Wekiva Springs has a little bit of everything. Highly recommend checking it out!

Spent a day here with my friends and we had such a great time. We got here early and were able to…read moresecure a parking spot. It wasn't fully packed when we got there, but my the afternoon it started to get full. We reserved 2 canopy sitting areas right along the water. We did some paddle boarding and played volleyball. We had a great time. Some of us were a little nervous about the gators, but it didn't keep us from getting in the water. Will definitely be back in later summer.

I've been here almost a week, and honestly, this place is giving "we tried... kind of?" energy…read more They claim the bathrooms are cleaned twice a day, but one morning I went to shower and the building was closed from 8-9 a.m. for "cleaning." I walked all the way back, waited, went in... and there was hair all over the sinks. If it takes an entire hour to clean a bathroom and you still miss the most obvious thing in the room, I have questions. The showers have a tiny bench but no hooks and no shelves, so you basically have to choose between putting your stuff on the wet floor or juggling it like a circus act. And the laundry room? Supposed to open at 8 a.m. I hauled all my laundry down there, only to find it locked at almost 8:30. Nothing like standing outside with a basket of dirty clothes. Nothing like starting your day hauling dirty laundry back and forth several times. Calling the office doesn't help much either. You get prompts that don't lead to a real person. They call you back though. Not sure when. I missed that call. There are also several abandoned campers and full‑time residents with garbage scattered around their sites, which really adds to the ambiance. Overall, I liked it at first but the bathroom/laundry times are quite a pain. So unless you enjoy mystery cleaning routines, unreliable laundry access, and a scavenger‑hunt‑style approach to basic amenities I don't recommend it. Update. I was able to get into laundry room at 9am. Stopped into the bathroom before the walk back because it just reopened from being cleaned for an hour. Took pictures this time. Also I forgot to mention the bathrooms are locked with keypads during the day but propped open at night with video surveillance signs. I don't know what happens in the bathrooms and laundry they need surveillance and have to close the laundry at night but it can't be good.

This was a great park. The staff are very nice & welcoming…read more The RV site are a good size and well kept.

Never. Unlike 90% of rv parks these folks require 100% payment up front. Found out why. If you have…read morean issue and have to cancel less than 30 days in advance they keep half. Rip off doesn't even cover it. Been full timing for over 5 years and never had something like this. Buyer beware.

We called ahead at 9:30 AM on a Saturday to get our boat put in the water. We were told it could…read morenot be put in till 1 PM. Also recently we called to have the boat put in the water from the dry dock , and were told the lift was not working and that we could not go out at all that day. This is getting More than a little irritating!

Nice campgrounds with friendly, helpful and accommodating staff. The pool area is quite beautiful…read moreand relaxing. Large, established trees make for cool shade in most areas. It borders a pond which make you privy to the most extensive host of nature's night sounds I've ever heard. It was awesome!

We spent 8 days at this RV Park but were disappointed that the RV Park did not protect it's…read morevisitors from "Chiggers" or mosquitos. When we approached "John" the owner, he denied the sites had "Chiggers" and said some sites only had "micro ants." Really? It got so bad after 8 days both of our legs swoll up and were reddened and itched like there was no tomorrow! One of us had to go the Emergency Department because the swelling became so bad that an infection started to set in. The ER Doc confirmed that we suffered from "Chiggers" & mosquito bites and treated with broad spectrum antibiotics and a steroid; Predinsone. Really John, no chiggers? Nice guy but absolutely in denial about his responsibility to fumigate or treat his camp sites Throwing a word of caution to other RV's out there...

A great place for serious Horse lovers who travel If you are…read morea horse lover, have a travel camper, and are looking for a place to travel to, this would be a good place for you. Google lists it as a "Camping farm." Their website states that they are an "Equestrian campground located adjacent to the Seminole State Forest." It can be a little tricky to find the entrance as it is a small sign off the south side of SR 44. Once you turn off the road it is pretty easy with the signage to figure out where it is. Our group went there to film a short video in the area near their common area. Most people we saw arriving drove with their Winnebagos and horse trailers and rented areas to let their horses have a rest and enjoy time out of the trailer with other like-minded people. There is a lake that we saw and their website touts trail rides on the property. It was a lovely place with lots of shady spots and a true rustic feel. The people who run the place were wonderfully helpful and friendly. If you want a nice place to stop and enjoy some time in a true Florida wilderness with your horse this is your place.

From the owner: Seminole Wind is an ideal equine getaway located in Central Florida with trail access into the…read moreSeminole State Forest. The 25 acre campground is owned and operated by Ryan Oliver and her husband Vince Oliver. They spend their weekends guiding trail rides and singing karaoke with their visitors!

Area was loaded with ticks and flies; we picked up several ticks just walking to the beach via the…read morepath from our campsite. After removing ticks from our walk at the campsite, we had several climbing our legs while sitting next to the fire - this continued the entire time we were sitting outside. The fly issue is just as bad, 100's of flys swarm as soon as you start eating or cooking. We had plans to stay two nights but bailed after the first night due to the tick and fly issue. We were planning to do some hiking around the lake and beyond but didn't want to deal with the tick and fly issue. Have no desire to return.

Jerry and Terry, the campsite hosts are amazing and went out of their way to ensure our 9 day…read morecamping trip was an experience of a life time. We kayaked, canoed and rented a stand up paddle board to play in the lake with. They sell firewood, ice and charcoal for cooking while you camp, and the sanitation station is easy to use and accessible. We used our generator 7 am to 10 pm, and then slept in the peaceful quiet hours. We will 100-% be back!!

This is a truly wonderful place with beautiful decor. It has come such a long way! I absolutely…read morelove coming here to enjoy the peace and nature. Plus, Andrew who works there is always respectful and so helpful with loading me in and out safely.

I've paddled the Emerald Cut a few times now. Initially I didn't like the idea of paying to launch…read moremy own paddleboard. However, it's only $10 now that I have my own life jacket (saving me additional cost of $5 to use one of theirs, as required). Well worth the low cost for some soul-enriching, communing with nature. I have never made a reservation. I normally arrive around 10:30, most recently on a Friday. Parked for free on Baptist Camp Rd. Just a bit of a walk from there with my inflated paddleboard, but I don't mind the extra exercise. You can unload your stuff closer, if preferable. There are port-a-potties available. You can count on there being a line in the check-in office. Various recreation supplies are available there for purchase. The process moves reasonably enough. A reservation will guarantee your entrance, however, and possibly aide quicker personal info collection. I always plan to do the Emerald Cut in roughly 3 hours round-trip, allowing myself several stops to enjoy the surroundings. You do run into (quite literally at times) novice paddlers along the way, which can be a bit tricky, yet not a real nuisance for me. In general, there's friendliness along the waterway. Slighty rowdy, party vibes in some spots, but also opportunities for solace and zen in various nooks. Encountering wildlife, fragrant elderberry, and other captivating flora along this stretch is always gratifying. It's a popular recreation destination for good reason.

We've stayed here a few times. We love it so much we keep coming back. The waterfront sites are…read morevery affordable especially for what you get. Spectacular sunset views and access to the lake Harris chain of Lakes. Explore various restaurants by boat such as JB's Boondocks Bar and Grill, Hurricanes Dockside Grill and many more! Don't have a boat, no problem ! Fish from the spacious gazebo. Or maybe take a drive to the Howey Mansion. Follow up by visiting the Yalaha Bakery. Trust me you won't be disappointed! Overall there is plenty to do whether you like to get up and go or just relax and take in the view!!

been here for 2 months now and me and my wife love is this place it is absolutely amazing Lisa the…read moremanager is so amazing and kind. I highly recommend a stay here the lake view with the sunset are always beautiful. I feel like we are always on vacation when I get home!!!