5 Must-Visit Parks in Windermere, FL

The charming town of Windermere, Florida hits the jackpot when it comes to parks. There are many options when it comes to enjoying the outdoors in Windermere. You’d probably be surprised by how many parks are in the 2 square mile town limits. In this article you’ll discover 5 must-visit parks in Windermere, FL.

Downtown Windermere may be small but it’s packed with parks. In fact, there is literally a park in any direction you point. Some of the parks simply consist of a few park benches to enjoy the beautiful outdoors, some offer pubic boat ramps, and others have play equipment for the kids to enjoy. Whether you are looking for a playground for a morning playdate or a space that offers picnic tables for friends and family to get together for a BBQ, there is a park in Windermere for the occasion!

ALL of us at the Erica Diaz Team value family and community. That’s why in this article we are touching on 5 must-visit Windermere parks. It’s summer time, which means it’s time to get outside and connect with family and friends.

5 Top Parks in Windermere, FL

Grab your family, friends, and the sunscreen! After reading about these amazing parks in Windermere, you’ll be heading out for some fun in the sun! Each park offers a different vibe, so we don’t blame you if you visit them all.

1. Central Park

Address: 405 Oakdale Street (Oakdale Street between East 4th and 5th Avenues.)

Park Amenities:

• Playground
• Picnic Tables
• Pavilion
• Walking Path
• Frisbee Golf Course
• Parking
• Water Bottle Filling Station & Fountain
• Full-body Circuit Equipment
• Lots of Shade Trees

Park Rules:

• Park Hours – daily from dawn to dusk
• Glass Containers Not Allowed
• No Littering
• Noise Ordinance Enforced
• No Overnight Parking or Camping
• Pets Must Be On a Leash
• No Alchohol
• Motorized Vehicles are Only Allowed in Designated Areas

Central Park is one of Windermere’s hidden gems. It cannot be seen from Main Street, however it’s just a short distance off the road. This park has something for all ages. There’s a large playground for older kids as well as a smaller one for toddlers to explore. The covered pavilion provides the perfect space to host a birthday party or other life event.

If physical activities are what bring you to a particular park, Central Park is the park for you. There’s a walking trail as well as a newly added full-body circuit workout area. It’s fully equipped with different equipment for targeting different muscles and areas of the body. If you are a beginner, no worries, each station has detailed instructions!

An ultimate frisbee course provides fun for the whole family! Let your fun and competitive side out while the kids burn off their energy on the playground.

2. Town Square Park

Address: The Town Square Park is so awesome that it does not have a simple address. It is actually a whole area. It is located and includes a one-block area from Main Street to Forest Street between West 5th and 6th Avenues.

Park Amenities: With a park being so big that it takes up an entire town block, you can absolutely expect it to have some great amenities. Town Square Park is home to many of Windermere’s community buildings and memorials.

• Town Hall – Windermere’s Town Hall was previously known as the old Windermere Women’s Club. It is a historic site in Windermere. In fact, on June 3, 1994 it was added to the US national register of historic places.Today, Town Hall is primarily used as an event venue. The town of Windermere uses Town Hall for town meetings and functions. The town of Windermere sponsored events take precedence, however, the public can also rent out the space. One perk to being a resident is, the very low resident rate for renting the space. It’s almost half of what it cost non-residents to rent. To reserve Town Hall, a non-refundable deposit of $250 is required along with a completed rental agreement. There is also a rental fee in addition to the deposit. Your deposit will be refunded as long as the venue was returned to its proper state. For rentals please visit the rental page and contact Diane Edwards for details.

• The Franklin W. Chase Memorial Library – All of the buildings in downtown Windermere have their own unique Florida charm. This Orange County Public Library is no exception with its location in a small “Florida Cracker” style building. It started out as a town library and then in August 1991, it became a branch of the Orange County Library System. It’s open Monday through Saturday 10 AM to 6 PM. They offer various programs for both children and adults.
• Windermere Community Room
• Basketball Courts
• Park Benches
• Public Parking
• Public Restrooms
• 9/11 Memorial –This memorial was dedicated in 2010. It was created as part of a 15-year-old’s Eagle Scouts project. Many local businesses and residents donated to ensure the memorial was a success. It honors all of the victims of the September 11th attack on the World Trade Center, flight 93, and the Pentagon. It’s located behind Windermere Town Hall and next to The Windermere Library.
• Windermere Veteran’s Memorial – This memorial is dedicated to honor the Veterans of Windermere.
• Historic Cal Palmer Building – This building is also known as Finders Keepers and is another historic site in Windermere Florida. It was added to the US national register of historic places on November 29, 1995.

Town Square Park is a very big part of Windermere, Florida. It’s literally located in Windermere‘s town square as the name suggests. It’s where many of the town’s events start or take place. There are community buildings as well as spaces available for public use. It’s no wonder with a park like this that the community of Windermere, Florida is so connected.

3. Fernwood Park

Address: 232 W 7th Avenue (along the Lake Butler shoreline, with the entrance on West 7th Avenue and Butler Street.)

Park Amenities: 

• Boat Ramp (resident use only)
• Dock
• Benches
• Parking (vehicles only, no trailers)

Park Rules:

• Park Hours – every day from dawn to dusk
• No Glass Containers
• No Littering
• Noise Ordinance Enforced
• No Overnight Parking or Camping
• Pets Must Be On a Leash
• No Alchohol
• Motorized Vehicles are Only Allowed in Designated Areas
• Boat Ramp is for Resident Use Only
• Lock Ramp Gate After Use

If you are a Windermere resident with a boat, this is your park! Fernwood Park has a Windermere resident only boat ramp. For more information on how to obtain a Park Pass aka a ramp key, click here to email Lilian Colli.

The lake views from the Lake Butler shoreline are breathtaking. There’s a park bench for sitting and simply enjoying the natural beauty Florida has to offer. Or take a stroll out on the pier an gaze into the shimmering lake. Fernwood Park is perfect for slowing down and enjoying the beautiful outdoors.

Bird Island (a popular local hot spot for boaters) is visible from here as well. In fact if that’s your boating destination this is the perfect ramp to use. Just keep in mind you must be a resident to use the boat ramp.

4. The Windermere Recreation Center aka Butler Bay

Address: 11465 Park Avenue

Park Amenities: 

• 3 Resident-only Tennis Courts – Another perk of being a Windermere resident! These tennis courts are perfect for a friendly little competition. To obtain access to the courts, click here to contact Lilian Colli, she will be able to set you up with keys.
• 2 Pavilions – These pavilions have the option to be rented for events. Click here to contact Diane Edwards in regards to renting them. Please contact 30+ days in advance.
• BBQ Grills
• Volleyball Court
• Fishing Pier and Boardwalk
• Kayak Launch
• Public Restrooms
• Public Parking

If you are looking for a great fishing pier, head on over to this park. There’s even a little foot bridge that you can use to walk to a little island. The Windermere Recreation Center park is another great place to host fun events like birthday parties and BBQs!

5. Johnson Park

Address: Along the Lake Bessie lakefront on East 6th Avenue between Lee and Lake Streets

There are no official rules for this park as well as no amenities. Not even parking!

While Johnson Park is an official Windermere park, it is very small and only has one park bench. The park is mostly used for storm water retention. However, we included it on the list because it is indeed a park and does make a beautiful area for a quiet picnic (as long as it’s dry)!

If you’re having family photos taken this is a great place to add to your list of photo spots. Due to the fact it’s small and unpopular, it is generally uncrowded, providing some stunning photo ops!

The Erica Diaz Team – 5 Must-Visit Parks in Windermere, FL

There are many positives to living in Windermere, Florida. The charming town is a Central Florida gem. With tall shade trees, brick paver roads, and a quaint little downtown, there are so many things to love. Let’s not forget about the Parks in Windermere! They are all unique in their own way, but one thing they have in common is they are the perfect place for family and friends to come together.

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Windermere, or a surrounding area, we’re happy to help! Get in touch with the Erica Diaz Team today! We look forward to connecting with you.