Parks

Cady Way Park is a very active area that features rental softball fields, open tennis and pickleball courts, a playground and access to the Cady Way Trail.

Central Park is the crown jewel of all the parks in Winter Park. Conveniently located on Park Avenue in the heart of the downtown shopping district, this 11-acre park hosts numerous events and activities throughout the year.

This 1.56-acre year-round park is open from 8 a.m. until dusk and offers a fishing pier and boat ramp to our community.

Howell Branch Preserve is a 10.38-acre site surrounded by wetlands and natural habitat located on the north side of Howell Branch Road, just west of Temple Drive in Winter Park.

This 5.22-acre public garden is located on the shore of Lake Maitland and is open all year from 8 a.m. until dusk. Lakefront, secluded and unique, Kraft Azalea is Winter Park’s secret garden.

Lake Baldwin Park is a beautiful, shady park that covers 23.16 acres on Lake Baldwin. This park is the only park in the city known as “dog friendly” - dogs may run off leash during specific posted hours.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park offers a variety of facilities centered by a tranquil lake that features both a fountain and a community-built bridge.

Mead Botanical Garden is a 47.6 acre park that offers a variety of facilities including an amphitheater, butterfly garden, boardwalk, and a bike trail.

Phelps Park is a community park that offers a variety of facilities for all ages. This lively setting features playground equipment, basketball courts, tennis courts and pavilions available for rental.

Shady Park, centrally located in historical Hannibal Square next to the community center, features park benches and a tranquil sidewalk pathway.

Ward Park is an athlete’s dream park. Most of the 66.44 acres is dedicated for baseball/softball fields, soccer/multi-purpose fields and a football/track stadium.