This is a hidden gem of a park that has lots of amenities and plenty of parking. There are tennis…read morecourts, trails, a playground, pavilions for rentals, and more. You can reserve a pavilion in the park office in person. I paid $40 for a reservation on a Saturday morning that could have held up to 40 people and it was located right next to the restrooms and there was even a beach volleyball set up which was really fun. I enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone and I will go back.

Great shaded park tucked away in a residential neighborhood with lots of trees and a newly paved…read morepath. Even on a hot day, there are lots of trees to make the walk feel cooler. There are lots of pickle ball and tennis courts. Plenty of parking spots and it's also pet friendly! There are doggy poo bags and trash. There are also pavilions you can rent.

Phelps Park is a great neighborhood park located in Winter Park, Florida. It jas tennis courts,…read morepickleball courts, a great children's playground, a basketball court, an open field and more. It does have off-street parking and rest rooms. The park is also well-maintained. I would definitely recommend this particular park.

This park is about 45 minutes from me and yet we've been several times. It's just that good! Theres…read moreso many different areas and things to play on. There's a big play area for the older kids and a smaller but plenty big area for the younger kids to play on. My son is only 17 months but loves to climb and I can appreciate that this park was designed for smaller kids in mind and there are less places where he could yeet himself off so as a parent I don't have to watch every single step he makes.

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.

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.

Lake Lotus Park is a wonderful park located close to the border of Orange and Seminole County…read more While a few of the Boardwalk walking paths were temporarily closed, I still enjoyed my walk along their walking path amongst the trees. There was a decent amount of parking and there was a sign for overflow parking. They have several signs warning of black bears and giving instructions on what to do if you encounter a black bear. All in all, this was a wonderful park to come and visit and I would definitely recommend that you come check this wonderful park out. Overall, I am going to give Lake Lotus Park five stars. The Orlando area has some great parks and Lake Lotus Park is definitely just another great reason to live in this area. Again, Lake Lotus Park has my recommendation and I give it an overall score of five stars. Go see Lake Lotus Park for yourself.

Was drawn to this park for all the boardwalk trails, but upon arrival we saw that the boardwalk was…read moreclosed and has been for some time. There were two different playground areas (one for younger children and one for older children). There were a a couple of micro trails that you could walk and plenty of parking. That was about it. There is a lot of potential here and I would love to come back one day when the boardwalk has been repaired and reopened.

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.

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.

Absolutely beautiful community park with so many lovely birds and a great playground in the center…read morefor kids

An adorable little park. We stopped over here while waiting to meet up with family for lunch. It…read moretakes up the central area of a neighborhood and it's got plenty of parallel street parking. They have a small play area with mulch and in the middle of that is a covered table. It also has a sidewalk that goes around the perimeter and offers exercise obstacles every so often to add an element of cardio and strength training to your work out, if you're interested. It had a good amount of tree coverage offering shade during the hot part of the day. It was pretty quiet when we were there and our little had fun exploring. Overall: A+ Nice park with easy access and a good trail around. Can't wait to take her again and let her explore more as she grows.

Love this park! It's the cleanest I've been to in winter springs. During the week it's not crowded…read moreat all. There's 2 parking lots. The splash pad is great and gated in. There's restrooms and a little bridge to walk plus a smaller walking trail. There's plenty of places to eat at if you bring food.

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.

Awesome new park in Winter Park, FL. It's dog friendly and has lots of spots with shade and…read morebathrooms, and lots of very good free parking. There are coffee and restaurants close by that make this a one stop spot to enjoy some leisurely time in the sun.

Seven Oaks Park is Winter's Park newest park. It officially opened on February 8th in downtown…read moreWinter Park next to the railroad tracks. Seven Oaks received its name from the seven large oaks planted to provide shade in the park as they grow. Other features of the park include a spacious parking lot, beautiful flowering trees and plants, benches, paved walkways, a fountain, and a restroom. This is 2.4 acre passive park meant to provide a place for downtown diners and shoppers to rest. It can be used as a play area and for pop up events. The opening of this park expands the City of Winter Park's green space.