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Shadow Bay Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,381 Google reviews · Running trail in Orlando, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Shadow Bay 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.
This scenic park provides hiking/biking trails, wildlife, sand dunes & a full-service tennis center.
What runners say about Shadow Bay Park
“The park is incredibly well-kept, with wide open green areas, plenty of shaded spots under mature trees, and scenic lake views that instantly put you at ease.”
“The park is incredibly well-kept, with wide open green areas, plenty of shaded spots under mature trees, and scenic lake views that instantly put you at ease.”
“The park is incredibly well-kept, with wide open green areas, plenty of shaded spots under mature trees, and scenic lake views that instantly put you at ease.”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re looking for a peaceful escape from the fast pace of Orlando, Shadow Bay Park is one of those hidden gems that truly delivers every single time.”
This park is located in a suburban area on 100+ acres of scrub pine/oak habitat. The park contains both an ~one mile long paved walking trail, a tennis complex, and a natural (unmodified) scrub pine/oak habitat. The paved walking trail is a multi -purpose trail designed for pedestrians and dog walkers.
Basketball, volleyball and tennis courts. Nature trails and covered pavilions were comfortable. The playground next to the pavilion was safely constructed. Weather was extremely hot during my visit but we managed to enjoy ourselves.
What a nice park and playground! They have a lot of amenities like baseball fields, basketball courts, walking trails, grills, and pavilions. The area is well taken care of and has a nice woodland reserve to enjoy. The playground is tucked way in the back of the park, and can be a little tricky to find.
We visited the park for the first time since we moved to nearby 4+ years ago. It was a very nice place. The trails were mostly shaded and paved so no trouble to walk. We had seen several people with baby strollers. It had 17 tennis courts and the cost was between $4-$6 per hour, that was very inexpensive.
Trail conditions & character
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re looking for a peaceful escape from the fast pace of Orlando, Shadow Bay Park is one of those hidden gems that truly delivers every single time.”
“The park is incredibly well-kept, with wide open green areas, plenty of shaded spots under mature trees, and scenic lake views that instantly put you at ease.”
“The park contains both an ~one mile long paved walking trail, a tennis complex, and a natural (unmodified) scrub pine/oak habitat.”
“The park is incredibly well-kept, with wide open green areas, plenty of shaded spots under mature trees, and scenic lake views that instantly put you at ease.”
“The park is a public quiet park everyone is welcome sometimes the Sheriff is out as well just sitting in the parking lot.”
“The paved walking trail is a multi -purpose trail designed for pedestrians and dog walkers.”
“There are a few other picnic pavilions, clean restrooms, baseball field, and basketball court.”
“I like that it was shady and had a huge pavilion close by with a drinking water fountain.”
Plan your run at Shadow Bay 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteorangecountyfl.net
- Phone+1 407-254-9175
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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