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Gilbert Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,092 Google reviews · Running trail in Mt Dora, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Gilbert Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Lakefront park housing a playground, picnic pavilions & BBQs, plus a shelter area, benches & trails.
What runners say about Gilbert Park
“It’s also well-maintained and feels safe, which is always a big plus.”
“Beautiful old Florida ecosystem, visible alligators along walking paths, Spanish moss, scrub oaks, birds native and migratory.”
A very well kept park with a beautiful little creek. There is a playground that looked quite large and spacious to accommodate lots of little ones. We didn't venture too far into the park but it was really nice.
Located not far from the Mount Dora Lighthouse, this medium-sized park has a shelter area with picnic tables, playground facilities with climbing features including one shaped like a pirate ship, a walking trail, public restrooms and even barbecue grills.
Wonderful children's park in a great community. Sensory pleasing play equipment for my asd kid and a special swing for her while also having challenging play equipment for my super active 7 year old. A great couple feeding birds talked to us by the lighthouse and let my son feed birds with them.
My family and I went after eating Thanksgiving dinner. We walked around, enjoyed the sunset off the water. Absolutely beautiful! We walked the trails there. Caution, there are alligators, so be alert! They will come right up to the bank and watch.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful old Florida ecosystem, visible alligators along walking paths, Spanish moss, scrub oaks, birds native and migratory.”
“The playground is prefect for active kids and the boardwalk is a great nature walk to see wildlife.”
“There are multiple levels to climb, slides to race down, and plenty of interactive elements that keep kids engaged for a long time.”
“A reasonably sized parking lot where I left the van for a walk around the park.”
Plan your run at Gilbert Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Websiteci.mount-dora.fl.us
- Phone+1 352-735-7183
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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