If you ever make it out to Tavares Nature Park, take a left just past the entrance and follow the trail to a rather rickety boardwalk that will lead to a scenic view of Lake Dora. Very cool!
Tavares Nature Park
Florida Lakes
Wandering Mount Dora
Yesterday I wandered around Palm Island Park and the Port of Mount Dora. I had the place to myself. Not a bad way to spend a Monday afternoon!
Demetree Park
A hidden gem located in the heart of a neighborhood just off the 408 and east of downtown Orlando, Demetree Park is a great spot for a short stroll among wildlife (we encountered white ibises, a great egret, great blue heron, green heron and many ducks during our quick visit).
Back to Lake Lotus
We spent a nice Sunday afternoon wandering around Lake Lotus Park in Altamonte Springs, followed by a visit to Lake Lily Park and then dinner at Athena Roasted Chicken (I ordered the vegetarian pita, which was amazing!).
Lake Lily Wildlife
Despite its tiny size, Lake Lily Park in Maitland features a nice variety of wildlife. Check it out!
Boardwalk
Our Sunday late afternoon ritual is to head out to Oakland Nature Preserve and take a stroll along the scenic boardwalk to Lake Apopka (about 1.5 miles roundtrip). It’s a great way to get some fresh air and relieve stress before another daunting workweek!
Exploring Palm Island
I never get tired of exploring Palm Island Park in Mount Dora. There’s always something new to see here!
Lake Apopka Sunset
After we enjoyed a nice dinner at Winter Garden Pizza Company in downtown Winter Garden last night, we headed over to Newton Park and were fortunate to catch a scenic sunset over Lake Apopka.
Birds of Lake Apopka
Along with plenty of alligators (see previous post), we viewed a variety of bird species at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive over the weekend. Especially great blue herons, anhingas and great egrets!
Wood Storks
As we wandered around Starke Lake in Ocoee yesterday, we enjoyed the pleasure of viewing two wood storks, a rare and welcome sight indeed!
Wandering Florida 