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Lake Parker Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,125 Google reviews · Running trail in Lakeland, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lake Parker 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.
The park offers picnic pavilions, a playground & tennis courts, plus biking/hiking trails & fishing.
What runners say about Lake Parker Park
“Disc golf course seems well maintained and used.”
“Awesome park a little of everything to do for all ages brought the doggy just watch for gators they are out nice trails to walk get your steps in while enjoying the beautiful earth”
“Lovely shaded walking trail, gators in the lake, great playground for toddlers and older children, has picnic pavilions and restrooms.”
“If you’re looking for calm, space, and a genuine connection to Florida’s natural landscape, this park delivers.”
“Awesome park a little of everything to do for all ages brought the doggy just watch for gators they are out nice trails to walk get your steps in while enjoying the beautiful earth”
Good afternoon, everyone. Today is a picture-perfect day here in Lakeland, Florida. So far, out of 65 parks that I have been to here in Florida. This is the most beautiful. I haven't taken this many pictures in one place. Everywhere you way, you look is a different view.
Great spacious. 4 trails each under one mile. Dog bags are plentiful. Pavilions are first come, first serve. Boat launch. Pickleball, tennis courts, shuffleboard and lawn bowling are available. Restrooms are available, although I did not use them. Great playground was not crowded.
Lake Parker Park is a scenic place to go walking, running, or to just relax. The clearly marked paths allow for easy navigation and give convenient access to panoramic views and the various pavilions around the park.
Absolution beautiful place!! Tons of shade and rest areas! Plenty of Pavillions! Beautiful play area! Trails are easy to walk and navigate. Some trails are blocked off still due to the hurrican!! Definitely soul healing!!
Trail conditions & character
“Awesome park a little of everything to do for all ages brought the doggy just watch for gators they are out nice trails to walk get your steps in while enjoying the beautiful earth”
“Lovely shaded walking trail, gators in the lake, great playground for toddlers and older children, has picnic pavilions and restrooms.”
“Lovely shaded walking trail, gators in the lake, great playground for toddlers and older children, has picnic pavilions and restrooms.”
“Great paved walking trails, most of which are shaded aside from a few short streches.”
“Which is great for anyone in the wheelchair needing to get out to get some fresh air.”
Plan your run at Lake Parker Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitelakelandgov.net
- Phone(863) 834-2233
- 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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