Hermits trail park is a nice little park for little kids to play on the pretty cool playgrounds…read more They also have a little pavilion. It has nice shade due to the trees and it is conveniently located.

This is a nice park! First things first: there are no bathrooms which is why it is four stars and…read morenot five. Otherwise it has excellent shade, various playground structures, baby and kid swings, and a small pavilion. I also like that the ground is the padded type for two playgrounds and the whole park is fenced in. The park is right off a busy section of 436 in Altamonte so it's a good thing it is fenced in. There are few parking spots next to the playground, otherwise there are more parking spaces if you follow the signs to a separate lot. If you're desperate for a bathroom, you'll still have to get in your car and drive down the street. My suggestion would be Panera or Walgreens.

Cady Way Park is a park with a lot going on, but I'm here strictly for pickleball--and from a…read morepickleball player's perspective, this place is very well organized. There are 8 pickleball courts total, and they're divided by skill level, which makes a huge difference in play quality: First 3 courts (far left): Beginner courts Middle 3 courts: Intermediate play Last 2 courts (far right): Challenge courts The challenge courts run winner-stays-on, so it's always 2 on / 2 off. If you plan on playing there, you'll want to be around a 3.75 DUPR or higher to really enjoy it--and I highly recommend bringing a partner. The competition is legit, fast-paced, and not very forgiving for casual drop-ins. There's also 1 tennis court, and all the pickleball courts have lights, which makes evening play possible and popular. Timing matters a lot here: Best weekday time: around 4:00 PM By 6:30 PM, it can get extremely busy--sometimes to the point where wait times are so long that you won't get much actual play in. Overall, if you're serious about pickleball and want structured, competitive games, Cady Way is a great spot. Just know your skill level, pick the right courts, and time your visit wisely.

I was in town and saw the Olympic pool and went to try it. The pool and guard staff were amazing…read more The water was Chrystal clear and a very nice temperature too. The locker rooms and showers are very old but adequate. They have a non-resident rate or punch cards.

I've visited this park twice now to use the pickleball courts. As of my last visit, Monday,…read moreWednesday, and Friday are free play days, while Tuesday and Thursday require a reservation. Court reservations are currently $8 per hour and must be booked over the phone or in person at their office, which is located in another area. There are four pickleball courts and one tennis court, and they're just a short walk from the parking lot.

Minnehaha is a seven and a half acre park on Lake Minnehaha in Maitland. Minnehaha was a Native…read moreAmerican woman who appeared in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1855 poem The Song of Hiawatha. The name Minnehaha translates to waterfall or rapid water in Dakota. Park amenities in Minnehaha Park include a restroom, two lighted tennis courts, a fenced in playground, a 1.1 mile loop trail for exercise with fitness equipment,a lake observation deck where you can take in the beautiful views of Lake Minnehaha, and picnic pavilions My favorite part of the park was the boardwalk in the back of the park that takes you onto the Nina Canal where you can enjoy the wildlife and nature of Central Florida. The park also has several large and beautiful live oak trees. Minnehaha Park is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors in Maitland. Its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and family friendly amenities make it a perfect spot for a day of relaxation and fun.

I believe I did a review on Trotwood Park, but it was some time ago…read more We have lived in the City of Winter Springs for 37 years, and the same home I might add. When we first moved here, this park had almost nothing to it. I think one pavilion, some swings, a small pond where you can watch the fish and turtles. However, today this park is absolutely beautiful and filled with so many amenities. The park as you will see from my pictures is loaded with beautiful, mature shade trees. A sizable splash pad for the little ones, restrooms and much more. Huge pavilions for large groups to hold family reunions, birthday celebrations, etc. If you have children, this is a wonderful park to have a family gathering, or a nice picnic lunch with a friend. Come check it out!

Win for a Sunday farmers market experience, which is rather new really enjoyed seeing all the…read morevendors set up supporting local. The park was busy with lots of people. The playground had a of kids running around. It seems like a great place for families.

Shady Park is located in the historic Hannibal Square in Winter Park. Hannibal Square was founded…read morein 1881 as the African-American part of Winter Park. The residents provided the labor that built the town of Winter Park and they worked as domestic servants for wealthy families. The railroad tracks provided the dividing line in the town with whites living on the east side of the tracks and blacks on the west side. You can learn more about the history of this area at the Hannibal Square Heritage Center located across the street from the park. Shady Park is located next to a community center. There is a paved walkway, benches, and a gazebo. There is also a splash pad for kids to have wet fun. My favorite part of the park is Molecular dog. The sculpture was created by Miami artist Robert Chambers. Molecular dog is a five foot tall, eight foot long bronze sculpture of a dog. At first glance it looks like a blow up balloon sculpture but on closer examination it is the three molecule structure for propane. Chambers created the art work to highlight the qualities of propane that make it more environmentally friendly than gasoline. Liquefied petroleum gas is cleaner and cheaper than gasoline. It is also colorless and odorless. I really enjoyed learning about the history of this place and seeing the art sculpture. Although not as well known or trafficked as Central Park, Winter Park's larger and more well known park, this small park has it's charm.

Shady Park is a small park located on a side road and can be easily overlooked. It is pleasant…read moreenough, on this particular trip there was a large group of people enjoying a party under the gazebo. I am sure that this park serves the particular neighborhoods around it well. There are some great parks in the Orlando area and honestly this park gets overlooked and overshadowed (a bit of pun intended there) by those significantly larger parks. I would recommend that if you are in the area that this place wouldn't be the worst place to check out. I will say that our lord your Parks have more to offer and if you're looking for a destination type park, you would probably be better suited looking for one of them.

Visited Fort Gatlin Recreation Complex for an adult's tennis clinic for beginners - like myself. I…read morewas also attending the Central Florida Black Tennis Social Club - which met up prior to the start of the clinic and after the clinic ended. It was great meeting liked minded individuals that were curious on picking up a new health conscious hobby like, tennis. Fort Gatlin offers various recreational clinics and facility services you can rent. For the tennis clinic, I rented a tennis racket. The tennis balls were provided by the facility. I was on court #9 for the beginner's class. It was two hours long and it covered the fundamentals. The instructor was nice and kind. He was thorough in his explanation of various points of learning to understand the rules and ways of the game. I will note, give yourself grace as tennis is a very demanding sport. You will likely mess up but the point is that you TRY. The facilities as a whole, were clean and orderly. The staff, again, as noted were kind and helpful. They would guide us on various techniques to improve upon and so on. The clinic itself lasted a couple of hours. It was one of the most energetic workouts I've done in ages!! I recommend, bringing water and a towel to dab all the sweat you'll seat. I'll be back for sure - for future lessons/clinics!

4 Stars for great tennis courts (a ton of them) and wonderfully friendly staff…read more This is a great spot to rent a court for a couple of hours. You can check the schedule online and book a court or wing it and do so when you arrive. I've noticed a time or two when it looks like every court is blocked online and they were actually all open, so I'd recommend calling to verify if there are no spots. Day-of has always worked for me. The courts themselves are well-maintained and many are recently re-painted. Some of them have the practice nets separating the two courts so your balls stay close by (this is for newbs like me). The bathrooms are nearby and adequate. Nothing spectacular, but they work and have been clean when I've been there. Overall, great courts! I'd recommend.

4 stars for my tiny little neighborhood park, perfect for taking my baby out for a quick stroll…read morearound the square. This park is located at the Colonialtown Neighborhood Center, and has been my frequent stroller route for the last year. Just a couple laps around the center, community garden, and park and I've worked up a pretty good sweat in this heat. My son is just getting old enough to start enjoying the swings and playground area. To be honest, this park could use a bit of a refresh and a little TLC. I do wish there was a bit more shade, especially over the baby swings. Those black swings get so hot in the blazing sun, you can't even use them some days. Same goes for the slides. They do have some triangle canopies over the picnic area, but they don't do much to actually provide shade. I also always pack baby wipes to wipe down the swings & equipment before we use them. I appreciate that this park is just a short walk from home and I look forward to watching my son grown and & play here.

Colonial Town Park is a small neighborhood park not far off of Mills Avenue. This park is more…read moregeared towards young children, but otherwise is a decent enough park. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but if you are in the general area and have young kids in tow, Colonial Town Park is a decent enough place to spend a bit of time.

Our friends have their Rock Super Bowl at this park each year, they have been holding this event…read moreannually so it's their Rock Super Bowl IX. We had a blast! Basically, a battle of the local rock and roll bands - a variety of different members from different bands come together on two teams for one day with a purpose to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Tickets are only $5, bring a foldup chair, 10x10 tent, a cooler and it's a great time watching all of our friends compete with one another on the field. Torcaso Cove Park is a great place to hold this event. There is a spacious field with plenty of space on the sidelines for fans. There are several parking areas available making parking easy for large events. There was plenty of space for a half-time show with live music right by the field. There were also a BBQ vendor and several other vendors on site selling food, jewelry, and other items. The park has a public restroom, a playground, splash park, sand pits, plenty of paved walking areas, a picnic area with tables, large pavilion, a beautiful bridge that crosses the heart shaped cove, the park has a bunch of Muscovy ducks waddling around and is dog friendly, what else can you ask for. Nancy and I really enjoyed our time at the park, we will definitely be back to bring our dog and take a nice walk. I just have to mention that it was a bit muddy on the field, even on a hot sunny day. So be sure to wear something you don't care about getting dirty.

This park is picturesque! I love using it as the starting point for my 4 mile walk/run. It has a…read morebeautiful, still lake. Full of ducks and turtles, and I always make sure to bring oatmeal and frozen peas so I can spend a little time with them. You can feed them from the bridge, or the beach. They will surround you LOL. There are 3 play areas: 2 for the big kids, and a pirate themed area for the little kids. There is also a splash pad, and I will openly admit to running through recently, as I chose to go on my run when it was over 95 degrees. The park is very clean, and well cared for, and it's right next to the Winter Springs Police Department, and on this day they had an event bringing awareness to autism; I was offered a popsicle and gladly grabbed it. I sat on a bench to watch a soccer match, while I finished my cold treat, stretched a bit, put on my weighted vest, waved to the ducks, and took off. Perfect park on a perfect day :)