The last time this park was reviewed was in 2012 and a lot has changed since then! The park has all…read morebrand new equipment which includes jungle gym, slides, baby swings, etc. I went here recently with a friend and our two boys really enjoyed playing here. She also mentioned they put up a little fence recently but I am perplexed they didn't fence in the whole park?? What's the point? There's a huge ditch next to it so just be sure to keep a careful eye on your children. The best part is that it is shaded! yay! Please see my updated photos so you can get an idea of what the playground looks like. Oh! There's also a basketball court too!

Moss park is a park located in the Winter Springs area, nothing to fancy about this park just a…read moresimple park with a few swing sets and a basketball court and also a river near by for fishing. This park is located in a middle class area of Winter Springs, good for kids and walking your dog also you can even ride bikes near the park.

This is a park that sits on the 57 acre private Lake Rowena. Open from sunrise to sundown, this…read morepassive space park offers walking paths and a view of the lake. In 1896 Harry P. Leu lived on the southeast side of Lake Rowena where he tended to his plants obtained during trips around the world. The property later became the Harry P. Leu Gardens. Other early settlers of this area included citrus farmer Charles Reppard and Lois Dolive who also farmed citrus. This area was remote and considered farmland up until WWII after which there was a population explosion and an influx of construction. Fortunately a bit of open space was preserved. Today all that remains of the citrus farms is this park where you can exercise, take in nature, and enjoy a sunset.

Lake Rowena Park is open from Sunrise to sunset. There is plenty of green space, walking paths and…read morepeaceful places to stop and admire the lake. No bathrooms, playgrounds, pavilions or benches.

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.

This park is a nice addition to the community of Lake Mary. It is a good place to kick back for a…read morebit and enjoy a break from the hassles of your day.

They really revamped this park into something absolutely beautiful. It's near the library in the…read morehigh school, there's tons of shade, clean bathrooms, and a party gazebo. We bike ride from our home here quite often.

We have been to this park a few times for large events over the years and the city of Mount Dora…read morealways does a wonderful job securing vendors, and entertainment. On our most recent visit we came on July 3rd 2026 for their annual fireworks display. We usually go to Red Hot & Boom in Altamonte Springs but when we found out Mount Dora booked Cat Ridgeway and Tonic as their main entertainment, we couldn't pass that up for anything. Parking for events like this are always a pain; however, Mount Dora was offering free shuttle service from two locations. We chose the First Baptist Church of Mount Dora. When we arrived, there was barely anyone using the service and one of the drivers called us over and invited us in. It was pretty sweet because he was driving a brand-new Mercedes passenger vehicle and we were the only ones in it. He dropped us off near the playground and main parking area and we had to walk around the lake to get to Elizabeth Evans Park. It was an easy walk for us but if you have a disability, I recommend bringing a wheel chair or having an Uber drop you off closer to the park. There is more parking close to the main event but you have to pay $20. Leading up to the park there was a playground and kid's zone with bounce houses and water slides. As we arrived to the entrance of the park there were several youth groups providing entertainment like gymnastics and aerial silks, which were amazing. There were plenty of food and drink food trucks available but unfortunately there was only one beer/mixed drink tent. I was able to get one beer the whole night, there was always a line and by the time I got up there they ran out of everything except Guinness which wasn't very cold, so that was a bummer. Cat Ridgeway and Tonic were phenomenal. They had a really nice stage with open seating for anyone who wanted to sit there. We were quick to grab a seat right up front, we couldn't have asked for a better show. The fireworks show was fantastic, we had great weather and there were no hiccups with that but they did have an issue with the drone show. It was getting late and the free shuttle stopped at 10:30pm and they hadn't started the drone show yet so we had to leave early. When we got back to the pickup area there must have been 200 people still waiting for the shuttle. We said the hell with it and walked back to the church. It took about 15 minutes but it wasn't that bad. It is mostly uphill so once again if you are not able to walk very far this could be a problem. Two things they need to improve on is the restroom and adult beverage situation. There are clearly not enough restrooms. Just one air-conditioned restroom where maybe four people can use them at a time. They could still keep that but get a bunch of Porto Potties as well. As for the adult beverages; they need more than one tent and they have to separate the lines for mixed drinks and beer. Beer people move much faster than someone ordering 4-5 mixed drinks. Setup two stations so the people ordering beer can grab, go, and get back to the show. Other than those two issues and the 15-minute walk back to the car at the end of the night everything else was great. I would definitely come back here again for another event like this.

This is a very nice park located in Mount Dora on Donnelly Street on Lake Dora. The park was…read morecreated in 1924 out of fill and named for five term City Council member and prominent citizen Elizabeth Evans who was also active in the Woman's Club and Community Church. She was well known for her work developing a public library and parks. You get a great view of Grantham Point and the lighthouse from the park. Park amenities include a hammock, lookout pavilion, picnic tables, and a grill. Located next to the park is the historic Mount Dora lawn Bowling Club. Parking is free and it's a good place to leave your car because all of the shops and restaurants are just up the hill. Elizabeth Evans Park is where the Annual Scottish Highlands Festival is held every year in mid November. The festival features Scottish musicians and highland games on Friday and Saturday. There are no restrooms here but they did have a port a potty.

Fantastic state park. Lots of things in Florida have island in the name but this one means it…read more You'll need a boat or the ferry from the parking area to get to the actual park. Docks are free if you aren't staying overnight. There's a small museum, a store, and a Ranger Station that rents kayaks, canoes, and bikes. Hiking trails on an island? You bet. There is also a picnic area, playground, and bathrooms with showers.

Every Florida State Park has a unique feature that it offers. This one is very quaint, small and…read moreoffers some simple amenities. The quick boat ride was cool. They also have cabins and the grounds are well maintained by the staff. If you have a boat, this would be a great place to dock from if that is acceptable. I had a great time here, my first time.

Located not far from the Mount Dora Lighthouse, this medium-sized park has a shelter area with…read morepicnic tables, playground facilities with climbing features including one shaped like a pirate ship, a walking trail, public restrooms and even barbecue grills. The playground was getting a pretty good workout for a weekday afternoon. A reasonably sized parking lot where I left the van for a walk around the park. Gilbert Park is named for the person who donated the land, Earl Gilbert. [Review 1030 of 2024 - 1906 in Florida - 22058 overall]

One of many in the string of parks along the lake near downtown Mount Dora this cute spot has the…read more bronze alligator statue.

I stumbled upon this park while walking another park literally across the street. Orlando has a lot…read moreof great parks, something larger ones and others, like this, that are meant to serve a neighborhood. Lake Cherokee Park does a fine example of a park that serves its neighborhood.

I grew up in this area and have enjoyed the parks for many, many years. Lake Cherokee Park is one…read moreof favorites. This park is clean, peaceful and beautiful. It is open from sunrise to sunset. I have spent many hours here and enjoy myself immensely each time. I always walk away refreshed and happy. Street parking surrounds the park. There are benches surrounding the lake where you can relax and enjoy the calmness of the water. The walking path around the lake is perfect for a gentle stroll or run with your dog. The lake is home to ducks swans, birds and other wild life that is enjoyable to watch. The grassy area of Lake Cherokee Park is a great place for a picnic, yoga or to lay out a blanket and read a book.