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.

Loved this Mount Dora gem. We came here at the end of March…read more It's more of a board walk than a park, but there is a small green area with gazebos, picnic tables and bbqs before entering the board walk. Besides the nature walk through the board walk where we saw LOTS of wildlife (woodpeckers, baby alligators, turtles, ospreys and more) and beautiful cypress trees, you can also rent kayaks. This place is dog friendly. There are even baggies for people to pick up after their pets. I recommend wearing closed shoes if you want to walk the full trail. The board walk ends in a dirt path which loops around, but is not ideal terrain for sandals. However, walking to the end of the boardwalk and back again is just as fun (that's what we did ;) ) The park hours are sunrise to sunset but the board walk opens at 7:30am. Honestly this is a must see.

This park has a well-maintained boardwalk and nature Trail that takes you out over the water and…read morewetlands. we saw plenty of birds and certainly places where the gators would hang out. Bring your bug spray and your sunscreen for the parts of the trail that don't have overhang trees. And definitely don't try to go swimmingall

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!

Spent a day here with my friends and we had such a great time. We got here early and were able to…read moresecure a parking spot. It wasn't fully packed when we got there, but my the afternoon it started to get full. We reserved 2 canopy sitting areas right along the water. We did some paddle boarding and played volleyball. We had a great time. Some of us were a little nervous about the gators, but it didn't keep us from getting in the water. Will definitely be back in later summer.

Mount Dora isn't a huge lake but it's big enough to warrant a lighthouse and it's apparently the…read moreonly lighthouse in the entire state of Florida that remains an inland aid to navigation. It's adorable, located on a small spit of land at the Port of Mount Dora next to the boat launches. The lighthouse was completed in 1988 and stands 35 feet tall. It is built from brick. There is free parking here and a few benches where you can sit by the water and watch the kayakers or jet skiiers. [Review 1029 of 2024 - 1905 in Florida - 22057 overall]

Nice spot to sit down for a while once you get around the Mt. Dora area…read more Good amount of seating, but I'd say to stay away on really hot days. The lighthouse is waayyyyy smaller than you would think it is. But still a cool area to check out.

Super nice & quiet place to visit on the weekdays (not sure about weekends). Went on a long bike…read moreon the berm along the river to a shelter. Lots of birding (and one alligator-Eek!). About 2.5 miles and back to the Blue House. Worth the stop!

Beautiful peaceful look along a grassy burn along the river. Perfect late afternoon walk @1 hour…read moreof solitude and quiet

From the moment we arrived, to the moment we packed up to head home, we were surrounded by peace…read moreand the beauty of the beautiful forest. The folks who manage the property are kind, accommodating and hospitable. Jerry and Terry are a husband and wife team that live on the property and manage the day to day operations, ensuring that all visitors, both for camping or simply for day passes, are met with smiling faces, clean facilities and an all around beautiful and safe environment to enjoy the outdoors with your friends, family or even in solitude. During our time there, there was enough space between our lot and the adjacent lots, so that we felt a sense of privacy while also set up close enough for a neighborly "good morning" to other campers. The bathroom and shower facilities are kept impeccably clean. There are several toilets, including a large, handicap accessible stall and several shower stalls, also including a large handicap accessible one. The showers have plenty of warm water and plenty of space to comfortably wash off after a day of hiking, hunting, swimming, wherever the day brought you on your adventures! there is an area dedicated specifically to washing dishes, utensils, etc with counter space. Each lot is equipped with a large storage container with animal-proof latches so you can safely store food and other items without attracting hungry visitors. The trash is picked up regularly from the also animal proof containers so during our time we never once encountered a full bin, funky smell, or anything negative to comment about. The amenities and the entire property are very very well kept. The beautiful live oak trees provide shade throughout the sunny days and the fire pits on each lot are a perfect touch for a friendly get together or a romantic snuggle once the sun sets. Fire wood and bags of ice are sold on site for a reasonable price. I highly recommend a visit to this beautiful campground , even if just visiting for a day to swim at the lake. When you see him on the golf cart, be sure to say hello to Jerry. he is simply an amazing human being, treats you like family and takes pride in hearing your feedback, ensuring that all campers are having a positive and memorable experience. Happy camping y'all!

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.