Merrill Park is a cool enough park in Altamonte Springs, Florida (basically, a part of Orlando's…read moregreater metropolitan area). Merrill Park seems to be set around baseball and softball fields and the fields are well-kept, as is the whole park. Italso had a pavilion (were I enjoyed my lunch), a children's playground and more. It also had a nice amount of parking. If you are into baseball or softball, this will definitely be up your alley. We need parks a d athletic fields in our communities and Altamonte Springs is lucky to have Merrill Park.

Merrill Park is a lovely little gem of a park that is nestled in the heart of Altamonte Springs, FL…read morenear the Altamonte Mall. I found out about this park because I came with my wife, our son, and our granddaughter for a playdate. The park is home to the Altamonte Fast Pitch Academy and Babe Ruth Softball. They have three full size softball fields that are used for the softball academy, for Babe Ruth Softball, and you can also use them to practice on as well. Located between the three fields is a concession stand and the restrooms. What I really lived about this park is the three playground areas they have, each playground has their own set of things for kids to play on and a different theme for each area. They also have a swing-set area which includes a swing that you can sit in with your child and be able to swing together. There are also to pavilion areas for you to choose from one is called Oak Pavilion and the other is the Beach Pavilion which has two beach volleyball courts for you to play volleyball on which is a nice touch. Lastly I love the scenery of the park it has lots of great looking trees around the park. So if you are ever in the Altamonte, FL area and you want a nice secluded park to take your family to then I would recommend Merrill Park.

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.

Went on a walk at Secret Lake Park, and what a beautiful walk it was. It had just finished raining,…read moreso on this walk, I caught a glimpse of a rainbow as well. It was truly a lovely moment. As someone who enjoys walking outdoors near bodies of water, I truly enjoyed this walk. There was a good amount of seating throughout the park. There were various other recreational courts that you can use alongside, public restrooms, outdoor grills, large fields to gather in for picnics, workouts, etc. There is also a good amount of public parking. Secret Lake Park is lovely, and it is also peaceful. You can fish or just enjoy overlooking the lakes in a moment of solitude. Speaking of lakes, Secret Lake Park is made up of a series of lakes at varying sizes that you can walk near/around. They also have some historical boards in the park that you can read about the history of the lakes.

Secret Lake Park is one of our favorite parks in Casselberry. My twins always have fun. The…read moreplaygrounds are spacious and fun. They have separate play areas for older and younger kids. The walking trail around the lake is perfect for walks and watching the sunset. Perfect place for a picnic with family.

This place is a gem! We love to kayak the waterways here. This time we worked up an appetite! Since…read morewe never saw gators, I ordered gator tacos at the tasty food vendor on site. My daughter enjoyed her Philly cheesesteak quesadilla! We took it back to our seat at the bar. We enjoyed great selections and the view! Service was elite level, always making sure we enjoyed our time. We will come back again someday!

Such a wicked spot. Enjoy the spring and rent paddle boards…read moreor just relax in a cabana or on the adirondack chairs along the water side. They have a full bar and a food truck, we got fish nuggets which was yummy with a cold beer.. After a nice bike ride along the trail we rode in for a quick stop but we will be back!

What a beautiful lake to walk or run around ! Located in…read moreAltamonte springs right of of the I4 exit and in uptown Altamonte this is a wonderful outdoor area. I decided to get my cardio in and the run was amazing with such a pretty view of the lake , ducks, turtles, flowers and a new heron sculpture. One lap around is a mile so after I hit my 3 miles, I sat on the benches located directly on the lake and truly enjoyed the morning sunshine and breeze. There were tons of people getting their cardio on and of all ages which was very ice and I felt very safe. There is a stage area located near the road where live concerts and events take place Monthly. They have a posting area to see all the upcoming events and even have health walks and seminars coming up. Even though this was a bit of a drive for me, I truly enjoyed getting my run in with a new view and will definitely come back again.

Crane's Roost Park is such a beautiful space not just for attending fireworks, festivals, concerts…read moreor other events. It's a great place to go for a walk. There were families taking a walk while others were fishing or having a picnic. A pair of photographers were out taking pictures of the wildlife in and around the park. The park grounds are kept and well maintained. There are plenty of parking spaces available with multiple access points to the park. On our walk, we came across a food truck that was stationed near the park. Culinary Concepts by Chef Pierre offers a variety of food options from burgers, fish sandwiches to shrimp and ribs. Chef Pierre can be found on Thursdays and Fridays at different locations/apartment complexes. We ordered the Fried Fish, French Fries and Coleslaw combo. We did, however, opted out of the French Fries. The Fish was fried golden brown and was crispy. The Coleslaw was fresh and delicious. Chef Pierre and his staff were friendly and welcoming. We have been searching for new parks to frequent since we recently moved to the area. Crane's Roost Park is definitely at the top of our list and now our go to park. We will also keep a look out for Culinary Concepts by Chef Pierre next time we visit Crane's Roost Park.

great group of people for beginner and intermediate! Awesome…read moreemployees that help whenever needed!

Luckily - I was able to sneak my way into a private 4.5+ group on Friday afternoon, as I've heard…read morethat the advanced/4.0 open play is not regulated here. The players I played with were very good and very competitive. The facility itself leaves a lot to be desired. Lighting is average, building is difficult to find, courts are dirty and in need of repair and courts are too close. Happy to play against the competition I did, and it was 95+ degrees out but think when Picklr and Crush Yard take off in Orlando that this place will be in trouble.

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.

Came her for a birthday party and my little one really enjoyed being able to tumble , swing ,…read morecartwheel and learn new things ! Staff was very nice and ensured safety at all times. Gym and surrounding areas were very clean and organized. I took some information for summer camp as this might be an option for my mini.

We've been with Legacy Gym for about a year now. Our daughter is in Excel Bronze (which is a team…read morecompetition level). Everyone at Legacy is wonderful. They're working hard to make this gym very competitive in the Central Florida area and compete with gyms like Orlando Metro. The recreational classes weren't as challenging as I would have liked, but I assume it's hard to find a ton of skilled gymnastics coaches and most of their best coaches are focused on team practices and privates. However, I'd recommend starting with a recreational class to actually gauge your child's interest. If they enjoy it, I'd add on a private lesson to truly help with particular skills. I think Legacy is a great gym to get kids started in competitive gymnastics. We love our three Bronze coaches and I've heard all positive things about Silver, Gold and Level 5 and 6 coaches as well. The only area I see for improvement is the one on one time gymnasts get in practice because there are a lot of girls per level. If you're looking for a ton of one on one coaching, you have to supplement that with private lessons (or find a much smaller/elite gym).

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.