Went to the Rez with a group of friends today and had a phenomenal time. Admission is free for FSU…read morestudents and even if you forget your ID, which one of my friends did, you'll be fine as long as you have your MYFSU ID information. About half of us decide to canoe and the other half decided to kayak, I can safely say we all had a good time. We went a little past the Tallahassee museum & into the next big area, according to my friend their are 3 in total. Although we went so far out, our biggest concern seemed to be making sure that we didn't tip over or run into a tree. If you're someone who doesn't want to do anything that requires physical strength, which I usually don't, there's a man made sand bar and a roped off section that's supposed to function as a beach. Also a few tables for anyone who wants to have a picnic or anything of that such. I graduate in the summer, but I will most definitely try to do this again before my time in Tallahassee is up.

Pretty, very circular lake in Southwest Tallahassee perhaps best known for being home to "The Rez"…read more- that is, the Florida State University Reservation where students and the general public (for a fee) can engage in various water activities.

Beautiful lake with access to picnic tables, hiking trails and so much more. You can watch your…read morekids play on the playground while you hold birthday parties, reunions and other activities.

This is a nice park with the water and gazebo, but I couldn't find a playground that they…read moreapparently have. The geese are cool for kids to see but lots of droppings around and has a smell. Could be cleaner. Also saw some homeless folks. All in all it's a good park but could use some work.

This is a place full of memories for me. There is a good Wikipedia article if you want to know the…read morehistory of what was originally Bull Pond and was used to water cows back when this area would have been "out in the country". My memories start in the late '50s when there was an annual Fish-a-thon around the lake. Imagine a bunch of children with cane poles surrounding the lake and trying to catch the biggest fish. Watch out for that hook! Sealey Elementary School (now the Tallahassee Police Department) was right there on 7th Avenue and we walked home around the lake after school. Sometimes we had to alter our route due to the frequent flooding of the lake that occurred and the usual resulting fish kills from the runoff that caused the flooding. Somewhere along the way the City of Tallahassee realized that Lake Ella wasn't much of a lake anymore and did the work necessary to end the flooding and make Lake Ella the stormwater control project it needed to be. There is now a sidewalk all the way around the lake for those that want a brisk walk or a leisurely stroll. Benches along the way are available. There is a gazebo on a spit of land that juts out into the lake. Lots of curbside parking is available. There is an old oak tree with limbs parallel to the ground that many a child (and some adults) have climbed all over. There is a small playground there with that oak. The American Legion Hall is on the edge of the lake. Many a Tallahassean has kicked up their heels to a variety of bands on a Friday or Saturday night there. The former Motor Court is now the Cottages at Lake Ella and several of those stone cottages house businesses that offer food and refreshments. There is a farmers market on Wednesdays. The only negative, for some people, will be the ducks that have made themselves at home. There has been a love-hate relationship with the ducks for as long as I can remember. Some people love to feed them but they can become a pest when their numbers grow.

Beautiful and peaceful. Lots to explore and lovely neighbors to chat with. Lots of ground to cover…read moreand the wildlife is amazing.

Very cute walking trails! Well kept and safe. Bathrooms and playgrounds at the parking area. Would…read morehappily return. Beautiful views.

One of the best areas in Tallahassee right here! Cascades Park is a beautiful and sprawling park &…read moreleisure area close to downtown that's perfect for a walk, run, family outing or other activities in the fresh air. There are walking paths that loop around and through and must go for several miles. They have a small amphitheater in the middle where I'm sure there are performances and concerts here and there. A big splash pad is on one side, and I know the kiddos love that especially on a warmer day. They have a big playground on the other side, and there are some bathrooms as well just in case. Intertwined are some pond/ creek areas that add to the beauty of this park. It's a super lovely walk around, and my favorite part are the pillars towards one end that tell the history of Tallahassee- racial tensions, civil war and repair and more. It brings more light onto the capitol city and its roots.

Cool park to check out with a historic replica cabin for 1824 1st Capital . A bit of Tallahassee…read morehistory .There is no known record of exactly were the Florida capital was so it was put in this park so Tallahassee locals and visitors could enjoy a bit of history. It took almost a year to build. Today they had a South Tally Festival with a local band and exhibits. Worth a look.

The park contains a ball Field and lake for fishing. If fishing in the lake please remain in park…read morearea and not venture into yards of those homes around the lake.

Beautiful park and gardens to visit while in the Tallahassee area. I loved the beautiful, big oaks…read moreoverlooking the lake. The trails and flow of the park makes you feel like you're entering a secret garden. We visited in the winter when many plants and flowers were not in bloom, but it was still beautiful. I hope to visit again during the spring to see how the park truly comes to life.

What a beautiful day to explore this park! Great picnic area by the lake when we arrived and then…read moreon to the gardens and a tour of the Maclay house. The staff was amazing! Everything was pristine! Love this park! The pond was so beautiful! I could've sat there all day!!!

This outdoor escape owned and run by FSU is great way to take a break from studying to have fun and…read moreget some exercise. Hiking, kayaking, paddleboards . Ropes course, rock climbing wall and more.

The Rez is great! For FSU students (with ID) everything is free- parking, canoe/kayak/paddlebord…read morerentals. There is a little beach which is nice. It is a fantastic spot for students to relax and forget about school work.

This 71-acre park is presently open to the public. The park contains a boat ramp, restroom, picnic…read moreshelters, trail system, and parking lot.

The entrance is a bit hard to find because there are multiple. The air here is so pure and…read morepristine. It's a bumpy drive with some holes on the ground so be careful about that. Otherwise, this is raw nature at its best. Land that is not much traversed like other state parks