The best parks & outdoor spots in Alafaya

9 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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UCF Arboretum

Parks & Outdoors

Nature preserve, arboretum and park at the University of Central Florida, with trails, a lake and wildlife.

4312 Scorpius St (Orlando)

“Nature preserve, arboretum and park at the University of Central Florida, with trails, a lake and wildlife.”

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Blanchard Park

Parks & Outdoors

84-acre park with trails, river, canoeing, fishing & picnic tables plus courts & fields for sports.

2451 Dean Rd (Union Park)

“84-acre park with trails, river, canoeing, fishing & picnic tables plus courts & fields for sports.”

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Dr. P. Phillips Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Dr. P. Phillips Community Park brings playgrounds that actually tire kids out, a splash pad when the humidity wins, a dog park for your…

8249 Buenavista Woods Blvd (Orlando)

“Dr. P. Phillips Community Park brings playgrounds that actually tire kids out, a splash pad when the humidity wins, a dog park for your furry goofball, and the LongHorn Steakhouse Loop Trail when you want an easy walk.”

From the Celebration newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Bithlo Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Bithlo Community Park keeps summer sane this week with a splash pad for the kids, a new playground that actually delivers, and a no-frills…

18501 Washington Ave (Orlando)

“Bithlo Community Park keeps summer sane this week with a splash pad for the kids, a new playground that actually delivers, and a no-frills workout room for you. Low-key, local, and easy to make an hour feel like a whole reset.”

From the Orlando newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Downey Park

Parks & Outdoors

A 47-acre park with splash playground, baseball complex, picnicking, lake, sand volleyball & more.

10107 Flowers Ave (Orlando)

“A 47-acre park with splash playground, baseball complex, picnicking, lake, sand volleyball & more.”

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Barber Park

Parks & Outdoors

Landscaped park offering a dog run, picnic facilities, sports fields, a hockey rink & a skate park.

3701 Gatlin Ave (Orlando)

“Landscaped park offering a dog run, picnic facilities, sports fields, a hockey rink & a skate park.”

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Capehart Park

Parks & Outdoors

Green space with plenty of shade & a fitness path, plus splash & toddler-oriented playgrounds.

715 Capehart Dr (Orlando)

“Green space with plenty of shade & a fitness path, plus splash & toddler-oriented playgrounds.”

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Lake Lorna Doone Park

Parks & Outdoors

Park with basketball courts, a splash pad and miniature golf for families.

1519 W Church St (Orlando)

“Park with basketball courts, a splash pad and miniature golf for families.”

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Barnett Park

Parks & Outdoors

Park with trails, disc golf, playgrounds, fitness classes, plus basketball & volleyball courts.

4801 W Colonial Dr (Orlando)

“Park with trails, disc golf, playgrounds, fitness classes, plus basketball & volleyball courts.”

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