Trimble Park is a scenic recreational area in Mt. Dora. It is located on a peninsula which was a…read moreformer isthmus between two lakes, Lake Carlton and Lake Beauclaire. The park was created in 1926 when Sadie Conner Trimble who was the first postmistress of Lake Jem and her husband R.J. Trimble donated 71 acres to create Trimble Park. In October 1978, Orange County purchased another 31.5 acres from a failed development and used it to create the campground area. The main feature of the park is the picnic grove and playground at the end of the road. My favorite part of Trimble Park however was the hiking area where there is a 1.3 mile loop trail suitable for all ages and hiking abilities. The trail takes you around the perimeter of the triangular shaped park and down to Lake Beauclair where ancient oaks ring the lake. Over the trail are mature wild citrus trees which produce fruit and blooms throughout the year. Birds you might encounter include osprey, ibis, red-winged blackbirds, and herons. Trimble Park also has a 15 site campground for groups, trailers. and single tents that is set around a small cove along Lake Carlton. Here you will also find fishing decks and a launch for paddlers. It is easy to see why this park is a favorite outdoor recreational destination for families, campers, and nature enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to camp, hike, fish, or simply relax, this park provides a welcome and peaceful retreat in Central Florida.

Nice park with a campground. The bathrooms are so nice and clean, better than any gas station and…read moremany restaurants! There is a boat dock and walking paths with doggy doo bags. 2 playgrounds and multiple pavilions, picnic tables and benches. We saw a gator but I didn't take a photo. 4 stars because there wasn't any maps of the walking trails and limited signage. We got lost and had to use a maps app to find out way back.

If I lived anywhere near here, we'd be at this spring every weekend! There were no crowds present…read moreduring our off-season visit on 9-25 and the water was still between 68-72 degrees Fahrenheit. That is how the spring is year-round. We paid a $5 vehicle entry fee to the park, brought our own tubes and stripped down to our swimwear before walking to the start of the run (Rock Springs Run). We found ourselves a slippery rock to launch from and away we went! The current is strong, so you fly through the run pretty quickly up until you reach the "spring head". There were lots of families just hanging out here, listening to music, picnicking and the like. Once you get past that part, the current picks up again. We saw fish, birds, otters, wild turkey and a turtle during our visit. We did not see any gators, thank God! It was so relaxing and serene (aside from a few Bluetooth speakers blasting some tunes). We didn't stay more than a couple of hours, having done the run several times. The park's facilities are meager. The concession stand isn't open during the off-season, the bathrooms were borderline gross, and the lockers were old, small, beat-up and you had to bring your own lock. We opted to cover the windows in our SUV and do our toweling down and changing there. As far as outdoor adventures go, you can't beat the fun you'll have here for $5/vehicle. The water is crystal clear, and you can just float the run if you'd like. Some people were snorkeling and digging for gems/crystals and shark teeth (not sure that there are any really there though). Good, clean fun for people of all ages.

What a beautiful little gem!…read more I've seen Kelly Park - Rock Springs pop up on my Instagram and TikTok SO many times, but I kept reading that it gets PACKED during busy season. My husband and I celebrated 13 years together on September 29th, took the day off, and last minute decided to finally check it out. I'm SO glad we did. It ended up being the perfect way to celebrate our love. We did the lazy river THREE times, and it was honestly exactly what our sore muscles needed. The water was definitely cold, but in the best way! There were spots where the sun would shine through the trees and hit my skin, and it felt absolutely amazing. I also loved that you can find your own little spot along the river if you want to hang out for a while. We brought our own floaty and just relaxed. I didn't really swim, but I tried walking parts of the river and, for reference, I'm 5'1" and the water was around waist-deep for me most of the time. The park itself is HUGE, and because it was nearly empty when we went, it literally felt like we had the whole place to ourselves LOL. They have a concession area, although we didn't grab anything, and the bathrooms were clean. Admission was only $6, which felt like such a steal for the experience. And the best part? It's only about 30 minutes from home for me! So happy we found a new little local gem. Definitely excited to come back!

Wekiva Springs is absolutely beautiful and one of my favorite spots in Central Florida. The water…read morestays a refreshing 72 degrees year-round, which makes it perfect no matter the season. The springs themselves are stunning--clear, clean, and so relaxing to swim in. If you're not in the water, there are also walking trails where you can enjoy nature and get some fresh air. They offer kayaking as well, which is such a fun way to explore the area and take in the scenery. There's also a snack bar on-site, which is super convenient if you want to grab something quick without leaving. Whether you're going for a relaxing day or something a little more active, Wekiva Springs has a little bit of everything. Highly recommend checking it out!

Such a nostalgic park. The new glamping sites are a great addition to. Staff are always nice and…read moreattentive

I've been here almost a week, and honestly, this place is giving "we tried... kind of?" energy…read more They claim the bathrooms are cleaned twice a day, but one morning I went to shower and the building was closed from 8-9 a.m. for "cleaning." I walked all the way back, waited, went in... and there was hair all over the sinks. If it takes an entire hour to clean a bathroom and you still miss the most obvious thing in the room, I have questions. The showers have a tiny bench but no hooks and no shelves, so you basically have to choose between putting your stuff on the wet floor or juggling it like a circus act. And the laundry room? Supposed to open at 8 a.m. I hauled all my laundry down there, only to find it locked at almost 8:30. Nothing like standing outside with a basket of dirty clothes. Nothing like starting your day hauling dirty laundry back and forth several times. Calling the office doesn't help much either. You get prompts that don't lead to a real person. They call you back though. Not sure when. I missed that call. There are also several abandoned campers and full‑time residents with garbage scattered around their sites, which really adds to the ambiance. Overall, I liked it at first but the bathroom/laundry times are quite a pain. So unless you enjoy mystery cleaning routines, unreliable laundry access, and a scavenger‑hunt‑style approach to basic amenities I don't recommend it. Update. I was able to get into laundry room at 9am. Stopped into the bathroom before the walk back because it just reopened from being cleaned for an hour. Took pictures this time. Also I forgot to mention the bathrooms are locked with keypads during the day but propped open at night with video surveillance signs. I don't know what happens in the bathrooms and laundry they need surveillance and have to close the laundry at night but it can't be good.

This was a great park. The staff are very nice & welcoming…read more The RV site are a good size and well kept.

Never. Unlike 90% of rv parks these folks require 100% payment up front. Found out why. If you have…read morean issue and have to cancel less than 30 days in advance they keep half. Rip off doesn't even cover it. Been full timing for over 5 years and never had something like this. Buyer beware.

We called ahead at 9:30 AM on a Saturday to get our boat put in the water. We were told it could…read morenot be put in till 1 PM. Also recently we called to have the boat put in the water from the dry dock , and were told the lift was not working and that we could not go out at all that day. This is getting More than a little irritating!

Nice campgrounds with friendly, helpful and accommodating staff. The pool area is quite beautiful…read moreand relaxing. Large, established trees make for cool shade in most areas. It borders a pond which make you privy to the most extensive host of nature's night sounds I've ever heard. It was awesome!

We spent 8 days at this RV Park but were disappointed that the RV Park did not protect it's…read morevisitors from "Chiggers" or mosquitos. When we approached "John" the owner, he denied the sites had "Chiggers" and said some sites only had "micro ants." Really? It got so bad after 8 days both of our legs swoll up and were reddened and itched like there was no tomorrow! One of us had to go the Emergency Department because the swelling became so bad that an infection started to set in. The ER Doc confirmed that we suffered from "Chiggers" & mosquito bites and treated with broad spectrum antibiotics and a steroid; Predinsone. Really John, no chiggers? Nice guy but absolutely in denial about his responsibility to fumigate or treat his camp sites Throwing a word of caution to other RV's out there...

Area was loaded with ticks and flies; we picked up several ticks just walking to the beach via the…read morepath from our campsite. After removing ticks from our walk at the campsite, we had several climbing our legs while sitting next to the fire - this continued the entire time we were sitting outside. The fly issue is just as bad, 100's of flys swarm as soon as you start eating or cooking. We had plans to stay two nights but bailed after the first night due to the tick and fly issue. We were planning to do some hiking around the lake and beyond but didn't want to deal with the tick and fly issue. Have no desire to return.

Jerry and Terry, the campsite hosts are amazing and went out of their way to ensure our 9 day…read morecamping trip was an experience of a life time. We kayaked, canoed and rented a stand up paddle board to play in the lake with. They sell firewood, ice and charcoal for cooking while you camp, and the sanitation station is easy to use and accessible. We used our generator 7 am to 10 pm, and then slept in the peaceful quiet hours. We will 100-% be back!!

Booked this beautiful river trip for my daughter's birthday gift, the experience exceeded our…read moreexpectations. Nigel was our gifted guide.. eased us into paddling skills and techniques, very knowledgeable on the history of Kings Landing, as well as the spring water origins. Will definitely revisit in the future!

I reserve two single kayaks a week before I wanted to try this place. Emails and directions are…read morevery clear. When I arrived staff was helpful and guiding me along the way so that I could see otters. It was a very quick process to get in the water, but it did get crowded toward midday and on the way back in. I would highly recommend clothes that can get wet, bringing snacks and water and a hat or sunglasses. A dry bag if you have it but if you want one, they do sell them where you check in.

We've stayed here a few times. We love it so much we keep coming back. The waterfront sites are…read morevery affordable especially for what you get. Spectacular sunset views and access to the lake Harris chain of Lakes. Explore various restaurants by boat such as JB's Boondocks Bar and Grill, Hurricanes Dockside Grill and many more! Don't have a boat, no problem ! Fish from the spacious gazebo. Or maybe take a drive to the Howey Mansion. Follow up by visiting the Yalaha Bakery. Trust me you won't be disappointed! Overall there is plenty to do whether you like to get up and go or just relax and take in the view!!

been here for 2 months now and me and my wife love is this place it is absolutely amazing Lisa the…read moremanager is so amazing and kind. I highly recommend a stay here the lake view with the sunset are always beautiful. I feel like we are always on vacation when I get home!!!

Denied a beat down house from eviction almost 20 years ago..even though income was way more than…read moreneeded to qualify..bs I seen the look in the lady eyes when she seen our mixed daughter..tell me your racist without telling me your racist..

Stopped in the Riverside Grill one afternoon and talked with the owner. He said that he is cooking…read moreon a smoker on weekends and is running specials. Decided to try it for lunch yesterday 5/26/19. Group of five adults. Bartender was good, got our drinks and told us about the Babyback Rib special. She brought our drinks outside and took our lunch order, there were 3 burgers all different, one sausage and peppers and one rib special. We were pleasantly surprised how good everything was. I recommend the River burger. I tried a rib and it had great smoke flavor and was fall off the bone. You are in Umitilla, Weirsdale area so don't expect Orlando clientele. Everyone was very nice though. We will definitely go back again. They have a small stage and have live music on weekends around 2:00.