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Trimble Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 968 Google reviews · Running trail in Mt Dora, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Trimble 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.
Lakeside park with picnic & camping areas, plus a playground, trails & docks in scenic surrounds.
What runners say about Trimble Park
“The park is well maintained and has quite a few amenities for people who are camping.”
“There is a huge beautiful lake right where we camped at called Lake Carlton, and we saw a huge gar swimming in there!”
“What a beautiful tree covered park.”
“The campground is small and quiet and very peaceful.”
I came here for the first time this past Monday. A friend suggested it, and my fiancé and I have been wanting to go camping again, so we drove over here to check it out first. No one was in the office yet, so I went home and called back at 2 to get information about how we could set up the reservation.
Oh my gosh is this a hidden gem!! Gorgeous playground & park under high, Spanish moss-covered trees. Sure to be a hit with your family. Playground is a big worn, but it's large and was completely empty when we visited!
I found Trimble park by accident, it turned out a such pleasant surprise, and became my favorite park in Mt Dora area. It’s a wild jungle between 2 lakes, got both wooden walkways and natural dirt trails. There are plenty of picnic tables and grills, many are covered, perfect for picnic or BBQ parties.
This park is so peaceful. Great for a day picnic and hiking or enjoy the campgrounds. Surrounded by water you're likely to see a gator and lots of birds. I would definitely recommend this place to both locals or campers from other areas. Campground includes showers.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a huge beautiful lake right where we camped at called Lake Carlton, and we saw a huge gar swimming in there!”
“The campground is small and quiet and very peaceful.”
“It's a nice place with fishing, playgrounds for kids, dog-friendly, and beautiful walking trails.”
Plan your run at Trimble Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteorangecountyfl.net
- Phone(407) 254-1982
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–6 PM |
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