Brinson Park was named for Dr. Haynes Brinson and his wife Agnes. Dr. Brinson moved to Kissimmee in…read more1923 from Georgia and practiced as a physician and surgeon until 1936. Agnes was active in social work and their church. In 1932 City Commissioners named Brinson Park in the couples honor. Brinson Park is a 3 acre open space park located next to Lakefront Park in Kissimmee. A linear park along Lakeshore Boulevard connects Brinson Park to Lakefront Park. Amenities at Brinson Park include BBQ grills, a fishing pier, picnic tables, restrooms that were added in 2015 and wetlands that attract a variety of wildlife. During my visit a family was enjoying a picnic and I admired the beautiful view while spotting several Florida wading birds. It is a pleasant place to walk and I like how it is connected to other parks.

This a great little park which is part of the Lakefront! Great place to do some fishing, walking,…read morepicnic or just plane enjoy the scenery. There's also a geocache here for those of you who love geocaching!

The lagoon was the prefect Magic unraveling for Magic Kingdom. Ferry boat to Walt DISNEY in…read moreOrlando, Florida! The Seven Seas Lagoon was amazing. Seeing the Walt Disney Magic Kingdom unfold right before our eyes and my kid and baby sister FIRST TIME at Magic Kingdom the essence was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed the suspense and the unraveling of Magic Kingdom. And it's free!

Stay out of the damn lakes! Said by my favorite Disney podcaster and words to live by…read more You can rent boats for the lagoon, plus take one of the Disney boats from some of the hotels to the Magic Kingdom. You'll sometimes wait awhile for a boat but if you catch them at the right time, it's a speedy trip getting from one place to the next. At night you can catch the Electrical Water Pageant along the Seven Seas Lagoon. More on that in its own Yelp listing! Seven Seas Lagoon is a nice aspect to keep some of the natural landscape at Disney while maintaining the Disney production feel! Important to note that even though it feels natural, the entire lagoon is man made. Also important to note that even though it is manmade, fishes were put into the lakes when it was built in 1973 and it's now home to natural creatures like alligators, lizards, snakes, and turtles.

Nestled on the shores of Lake Maitland, Kraft Azalea Garden is one of the most peaceful and…read morebeautiful spots in Central Florida. From the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by towering cypress trees draped in Spanish moss, creating a calm, almost magical atmosphere. The lakefront views are absolutely stunning, especially around sunset when the light reflects off the water--it's the perfect place to relax, take photos, or just unwind. The historic Exedra monument adds a unique touch and makes for a great backdrop. What really stands out is how quiet and serene it feels, even though it's so close to everything in Winter Park. Whether you're going for a peaceful walk, a picnic, or just some time to clear your mind, this hidden gem delivers every time

Excellent park with easy parking. Take deep breaths of fresh air, and enjoy the breeze. Sit on a…read morebench. No restrooms that I found, but Park Avenue is nearby, drive over. Great place to find peace.

If I had turned around to do a 360 from the view in front of me of the incredibly peaceful Lake Ola…read more(beach) and taken a picture, you would have been able to see a gorgeous Victorian mansion that just so happened to be sitting directly on Lake Ola Beach. I thought better of taking a picture to protect the privacy of the residents of this fabulous-looking Victorian home, complete with wraparound porch and the Victorian look inspired by lacy, delicate, scalloped trim. I have always had a penchant for this type of architectural ornamentation. I found myself wondering if the inside is as ornate, then quickly turned my attention back to this peaceful lake. Besides Lake Ola Drive being a beautiful alternate route not only dotted with stately mansions, there are other good things you will see along the way on this drive: Farm Stands: There are several, and a couple of them were large enough to have a great selection of fruits and vegetables, as well as some landscaping plants and both potted and loose flowers. I didn't have time on this particular Sunday, but next time I'll be stopping to see what interests me. Lemon Groves: The lemons are big and are at their prime this time of year and are ready to be picked and enjoyed. The biggest harvest comes at this time in Florida. If you're ever in the area of Tangerine, Florida, and traversing on State Route 441 near Orange Blossom Trail, take the turnoff to Lake Ola Drive to see this beautiful area. I spent about ten minutes on Lake Ola Drive, then pressed forward to my destination. On another visit, I'll plan accordingly to stop at a few of the farm stands. *****FIVE FABULOUS STARS!!!!!*****

Jimmy Weaver Lake is a small lake located in Larry L. Schultz Park in Rockledge, Florida. While…read moresmall, I enjoyed walking on the walking path around the lake. This is a nice enough place to unwind for a bit.

If someone in Lakeland tells you they are going to walk/ run/ rollerblade/ bike/ set up a hammock…read moreat "the lake", there's 0% chance they are talking about anywhere other than Hollingsworth! (okay, so maybe more like 2%, but you get what I'm saying). Hollingsworth is the lake. It's the place to go anytime you need to get out, need something to do, need to exercise or see some nature or are a bored college student. (especially the college student thing) It's a fantastic lake, and easily one of the largest in Lakeland. There's a lovely walking and running path that wraps around the lake, that adds up to being just shy of 3 miles total. It takes half an hour at a slow jog to get around the lake, or 45-60 minutes to walk. If you watch closely enough, you can spot a few gators, ducks, cranes, egrets, and even the occasional turtle or otter hanging out at Hollingsworth. It's not just a Lakeland local spot for people, it's the animals' choice too! Not to mention the walking paths also have markers indicating how far you've gone, at quarter mile intervals. So if you go here deciding you'll torture yourself with a run, you know how long you've lit your body on fire and how much longer you need to reach full battery drainage. It's really a lovely attribute. There is free parking and a decent amount of spots, but in the evenings it fills up quickly and many will park on the grass right along the path. Brb, I'm gonna go walk the lake!

Came to visit this place with my family and enjoyed the walk very much. I like the fact that the…read morepark offers different types of activities you can do with the family or on your own. If you like the outdoors and like nature walking, this could be a place for you. Come visit this place if you happen to be in Lakeland.

Hidden gem! We loved swimming and my boys enjoyed climbing the palm tree…read more We did a short trail and saw plants and bugs! We had a picnic at a table but moved to the sun because the boys were cold.

One of my favorite springs. All the wildlife, the 72 degree year round water. Feels so good on a…read morehot summer. Only bad thing is that they charge $15 a person. Used to be $5 a person. During the busy season you have to make reservations

Overall, this is a pleasant park in Lakeland, Florida. It has a welcoming ambiance and there are…read morequite a few restaurants around it. If you are in the area, I would definitely recommend checking this park out.

The lake (or really nice giant pond) is pretty. It is the backdrop for Hollis Gardens and is easy…read moreto walk around. There are several types of birds and ducks. We saw several nests while taking pictures. The lake has steps but there was so much trash and debris in and around the water that I would not want to sit there. There is an art museum, fire department, the Joinery (with restaurants and bathrooms) and stores nearby. Parking is free.

77/100 in 2016 challenge…read more Got to say this is a cute place to bring your dog. I actually was not there to bring my dog but was there for a geocache site. I have passed to place on many occasions and never stopped. Nice dog area and has a great playground for the kiddo. Also has tennis courts. I will for sure go back and bring the doggy. Right off the main road. Be careful of the traffic.

This is a great park to take your whole family. It has a dog park, pavilions to rent, tennis court,…read moresmall park, and a big park. Once you entree the area you can turn left to park your boats or turn right and have fun in the park. There's plenty of parking space, but it does not have a big parking lot. To the left area there are 2 dog parks- one for big dogs and one for small dogs. Both areas are fenced in, have plenty of space for the dogs to run around and are clean. Before you enter both parks you will see the rules to follow. To the right side is the children's park. There are 2 pavilion you can rent to have parties or gatherings. Each pavilion has at least 4 picnic tables and a grill. The small park is great for the little ones. The big park has a 2 story playing area, rock climbing and swings. In this area you will also see a tennis court for free!! Lastly, the bathroom is clean and roomy.