I'm not so sure about this park for exercise alone…read more Every time I have been there, I have been there by myself & it just doesn't make the cut on many levels. It is pretty & has great walking/biking trails but it has way too many overgrown areas that seem unsafe to me. Way too many places you can "disappear" in this inner city park. Plus, the water is not flowing, there is no water fountain, not that I saw & there are way too many bugs bc of the stagnant water. One day I was there, it was raining & it was flooding all over. So the park doesn't have good drainage. Maybe that's why all the bugs & mosquitoes. Either way, it's not the best one I have found by far. There are far more better options/safer options in the area. Won't Return.

This is a good Pinellas County park if you like trails and nature. The park is actually fairly big…read more There are lots of trails (paved, shell, and boardwalks), 2 lakes, fishing piers, playgrounds, a dog park, and lots of covered picnic table areas. There is also a lot of parking. Restrooms are available too. Walking around the lakes, you'll see lots of turtles, fish, and all kinds of birds. It's really quite peaceful and beautiful.

An absolutely gorgeous park that always has something to do when you go whether it is people watch…read moreor partake in one of the many events they host throughout the weekends. The center of the park is a massive open area that you'll be able to just sit and soak in the sun, like I do, or throw a ball around with friends and family or even fly a kit, that's how much room they have here! There are a couple little playgrounds that take up a huge area and they are always full. They keep the playgrounds super clean as well as the bathrooms in the area! I love coming here since I was a kid, and I still do! One of my favorite things is the tiny train ride they offer that takes you on a slow miniature journey throughout the park. It is a ton of fun and the kiddos will be over to moon enjoying it for sure. They host some amazing events such as the Christmas light event in the winter and it is hands down my favorite cause they use thousands of lights around the park and it's stunning to see in person. I always feel safe coming here and there is amply parking for everyone! I can't wait to get my next visit to this park!

We thoroughly enjoyed the holiday light display at Largo Central. Perfect for the entire family…read moreespecially kids. It's free and exciting. They also have a carnival on site too with a huge Ferris wheel at an additional cost. Can't wait to visit next year.

This is one of my favorite parks in Clearwater. It's right off busy Gulf to Bay Blvd., but you feel…read moreimmersed in a nature wonderland. Crest Lake is beautiful and filled with lots of fish and turtles. The trees provide homes for all kinds of birds. There's a playground, dog park, walking path, splash pad, beach volleyball courts, picnic tables, arboretum, and Florida Veterans' Memorial Plaza, so there's something here for everybody.

Beautiful park to go for a walk and so much wildlife to see. Lots of turtles, birds and pretty…read morerainbow fish. The art statues are fun and there are multiple playgrounds for kids.

Surprise!! There's more to see and do while visiting Indian Rocks Beach than just the BEAUTIFUL…read morebeach itself... Our wonderful Airbnb recommended a visit to this nearby nature preserve (walking distance from where we stayed...) and it was a GREAT for a mid-morning stroll (should have gone at sunrise, but VACATION!!) The park looks small-ish from the main road, but venture in and check out the beautiful boardwalk that will have you "up close and personal" with the mangroves, lots of informative signs about the "residents" of this preserve, and if you're luckier than we were, apparently lots of birds and other creatures. The trail is not incredibly well-marked, but it's short enough that even a wrong turn or two won't leave you hopelessly lost. Clean, scenic, COOL in the shade, and definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!! Enjoy!!

Fun little detour to see the water up close and walk among the mangroves. Perfect for a short walk…read moreand bird watching. Well maintained with several trash cans and benches. There is also a kayak launch and playground towards the back as well as a dog park in the front. It says no dogs on the boardwalk but I saw several on the way to the dog park cutting through here. Oh and bring bug spray in the summer!

"Discovering" this new (to me!!) hidden gem illustrates why as much as I'm turning into a "lone…read morewolf" these days (or so it seems...) every now and then, ESPECIALLY when you're spending time with locals, it PAYS to follow their lead and go where they suggest. My SIL has lived in the area for years, and knowing how much I love exploring nature near and far, she recommended a visit to this gem of a park only 10-15 minutes from her home. PERFECT choice!! We didn't have a ton of time, but squeezed in a FINE early morning walk around the lake, and I confess I slowed her down taking TONS of pictures (as usual...) because even though it's far from "wilderness," it's a great spot to see lots of nature and wildlife (no alligators this visit!!) and get away from the hustle and bustle normally part of my visit down to the Clearwater area. So many beautiful birds!! There's a well-marked trail around the lake, passing by picnic areas, playgrounds, disc golf courses, and more. Wish I had more time to explore, but at least I know where to go to "decompress" next time I'm down in this area. Definitely worth a visit... Enjoy!!

A beautiful park where nature abounds. A great place to spend a day bird watching or just hiking…read morethe woods. A small piece of paradise.

The gardens are absolutely beautiful! I was thrilled to see that they support neurodiversity by…read moreoffering sensory aids. As a person with autism, this made me feel so seen and included. I can't wait for my next visit. The gardens are gorgeous and there's so much to do and see! Thrilling place!!!

This place is still so lovely especially at Christmas. We have been here countless times and…read moreChristmas every year. It never gets old. It's so beautiful and every step are colorful lights. They have music playing and right now I feel like I can fall asleep. It is dog friendly here so bring your pup to walk around and love on the lights and take lots of pics. This season is through Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 and closed at 9:30 PM. $10 suggested donation. Must stop for Xmas!

This park is amazing! I came here for a Pokémon Go meetup and fell in love. I parked at the Largo…read morePublic Library and walked a half mile across a treeless field to get to the nature preserve. If you don't want to do that, there is a small parking lot at the nature preserve. There are fairly clean bathrooms for a park. My favorite part is that there are so many nature trails! There's a boardwalk trail around a pond, a trail around the perimeter of the nature preserve, and a maze of trails that weave in and out of trees and nature. I recommend these trails on a hot Florida day, as there is some shade available. However, I did panic a little on my walk because once you get deep into the woods, it feels a little like you could get lost. Fortunately, it's actually pretty easy to find your way out. There are so many signs to help you learn about the nature you see. Even when the nature preserve has a lot of people, there is plenty of open space to find peace and quiet.

Love this park so much! You can get lost for hours on these winding trails and the bathrooms are…read morefairly clean.

Turtles turtles turtles!! I've yet to see the ninja turtles here , but they sure have a bunch of…read moreother ones. This is one of my favorite quick stops in the clearwater beach area. If you have young kids , I highly recommend making a quick half hour pit stop to explore this small , but awesome nature preserve. The turtles to me are the highlight , but they also have other reptiles and an array of birds that you can check out. This past visit, we had the opportunity to watch Sarge, the on site bald eagle get fed and bathed. Really neat experience. There are a couple trails where you can go on a quick hike and also a playground with a zip line for kids to play on. Entry till this park is free and you don't need to spend more than thirty to forty five minutes here tops.

Very nice park. I loved seeing the turtles and the owls. Also a butterfly flew by. This is free. No…read moreadmission but they do take donations if you would like to give one. Also there is a playground and a long pathway you can take to definitely get your steps in.

We've been trying out some different biking trails around the Orlando area. We've now visited the…read moreSeminole Wekiva Trail twice. We like it because it's more scenic than some other paved trails. It's also quite long, so you can choose how far you want to go. The first time we kept going alongside I-4 in Lake Mary, but the second time, we turned and went over I-4 (yes, OVER) and then continued down the trail that way before heading back. Coming from Winter Garden, the San Sebastian Trailhead is the closest jumping on point, and it's also near the beginning of the Trail. The trail does extend a couple of miles further across 436 and down by the Costco, but it seems too busy and trafficky that way. My GPS didn't take me to the correct spot for the trailhead, though, so be careful of that. The road to the trailhead is next to the left of the Rooms-to-Go parking lot with only a tiny sign indicating it. If you turn into a neighborhood (like my GPS suggested), you can't get to the trailhead from there. I love to see the art work painted on the backs of wooden fences as I bike down the trail. Someone has done of excellent job of making boring fences look exciting. There's also a decent amount of shade throughout the trail, and I love how they've built two tunnels under major intersections for bikes to safely cross.

Trains trees and…read more tortoises The Seminole Wekiva Trail is a multi purpose trail that was converted from the old Orange Belt Railway. The rail was built waaaaaay back in 1888 and at one time was the longest narrow gauge railway in the world. The trains are long gone and rail service was discontinued in the early part of the 20th century and the path laid dormant until some progressive minds decided to put it to good use. The whole length is about 14 miles long so with a 28 mile round trip the journey can give you a decent workout on a bike. One thing that became very apparent is the absence of hills. The whole stretch is very flat and straight which means it's a very easy ride and a great place to hit the afterburners and really move in the areas where the traffic is light. The bike trials in New England have far more hills and turns. The whole area is paved and the surface is in absolutely great condition. Hardly any made bumps or nasty holes to make you fall off your bike and smash your face. Again, I'm use to the paths in the north where the frost heaves and buckles the pavement every winter. This was such a pleasant and smooth ride and the miles just seemed to fly by and the ride over far too quickly. The path goes through some populated areas and crossing the streets can be a pain but it also means that you pass some places to get food and treats. There are even some water fountains and bathrooms on the path and lots of benches and cool spots to take a break or look around. Very convenient and all the folks that we met on the path were friendly and extremely nice. I didn't notice any areas that made me fear for my life. The scenery in many parts was beautiful with funny looking trees and plants, small lakes and many types of birds. We even saw a big tortoise crossing the path in one point. Someone we talked to along the way warned us about gators occasionally crossing the trails but unfortunately we didn't see any of these. I've heard that eventually they plan on expanding the path and connecting it to other trails to make it much longer. That would be great but like the rail trails here in the north east, such plans usually take a lot of time and money. At 14 miles the Seminole Wekiva Trail is still one very pleasant and enjoyable ride.

Lake Seminole Park is a beautiful that is located on the east side of Lake Seminole in Pinellas Co…read more The entrance is on the north side of Park Ave. Parking is mostly free. In the lot where there's the boat launch, you have to pay. The parking is free everywhere else. There's a 2 mile walking/biking trail with some beautiful views. The trail is very heavily forested and can be a little humid because there aren't too many breezes along the way. We did the one mile loop and had a great time. The park was immaculate. We were there on a weekday and the park was pretty crowded. So, I would imagine that it can get really crowded on the weekends. Be sure to check out the big swing along the trail. It was great!

WOW! I saw a female alligator sitting on top of her nest so eggs keeping them warm and protected…read more Stayed at a safe distance but she must have been at least 10 feet with a huge mid section. What a sight to see.