Top Rated Parks to Visit in Lake Proctor

"A haven for couples, this beautiful lake offers so many unique features for romantic photo shoots. Located in the heart of downtown Orlando, this park is great for couples who want beautiful greenery dappled with a wonderful city background. This park also has a Walt Disney amphitheatre, so you can choose to have magical themed pictures taken."

"Butting up to the heart of downtown Orlando, Lake Eola Park offers Insta-worthy views, a .9-mile walking sidewalk and some very large swans. (Really, they’re huge.) If you’re there on a Sunday, stop by the market. Throughout the year, there are tons of free activities (like movie showings), so bookmark this calendar."

"Another park with great views is Sand Point Park, which is right on the Indian River. This park is a great place to bring the kiddos because there’s a nice playground and splash pad. There is also a half-mile exercise trail that is paved and has workout machines along the way."

"Sand Point Park is a community park located beside the Indian River. It is also the home ground of Titusville Little League. Once in the park, you’ll espy Astronaut Memorial on its south entrance."

"If you’re looking for some quality time to spend somewhere out of town, you can head to Blue Springs Park. Enjoy a swim or even a kayak ride surrounded by lush greenery and look for manatees, which are fairly common in this area. This untouched oasis is just the place you need to recharge your batteries."

"Hontoon Island State Park is located in the St. Johns River and welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. The island is accessible only by private boat or park ferry. Boating, canoeing, and fishing are popular activities and canoe rentals are available."

"Cool off in the icy spring-fed swimming hole, hike miles of trails and paddle the tranquil, still waters of the Wekiva River. Central Florida Nature Adventures, inside the park, offers 2½-hour guided tours, rents kayaks and canoes (two hours $17, per additional hour $3) and supplies overnight camping supplies. Reserve primitive riverside campsites in advance."

"Wekiva is a Creek Indian word meaning "flowing water"; wekiwa means "spring of water." The river, springs, and surrounding 6,400-acre…"

"Blue Jacket Park was originally a reserved space for Orlando Naval Training Center. The park is located near Glenridge Middle School. Today, the 75-acre piece of land is a popular public park in Orlando, famous for a wide variety of outdoor activities."

"Lake Beresford Park in Deland is one of the most famous natural habitats in USA. This park covers an area of 210-acres and contains hiking and biking trails. The Blue Springs inside the park makes it look very beautiful."

"Demetree Park was opened to the public in 1988 and has ever since, served a community park with numerous exciting sights and events. The park sits on 24.6 acres and has several paths and boardwalks which allow you enjoy scenic natural views. Demetree Park is suitable for relaxation and unwinding, bird watching and walking tours."

"This park may not be filled with wildlife, but Space View Park is still worth a visit. Take a leisurely stroll through the park and see the history of space exploration unfold before you with multiple sculptures and monuments that honor the astronauts and men and woman who worked with them in the many space exploration programs. The park is also a great place to see rocket launches, if you’re in the area when one is scheduled."

"Valhalla Bakery, located in Market on South in Downtown Orlando, has a case jam-packed full of freshly baked treats available daily. And did we mention that all of their items are egg free, dairy free and vegan?. But don’t mark this hotspot off of your list if you don’t subscribe to a plant-exclusive diet, because their goodies are so exceptional that you’d never know what isn’t there."

"Valhalla Bakery is known for their tasty, square and VEGAN doughnuts!. Munch on a pistachio doughnut as you drink your coffee before work!. Doughnuts sell out quick so get there early!"

"Great place, I got the lemon butter artichoke chicken and it was fantastic. I had a side of cottage cheese and it was the 1st time in my life I thoroughly..."

"Le Gourmet Break brings Paris to Orlando with a charming bistro-style eatery offering a selection of crêpes, homemade quiches, freshly baked pastries, and house-roasted coffee in a bright and airy environment. An excellent spot for breakfast and great coffee, Le Gourmet Break serves a creative menu of dishes ranging from three-egg omelets and egg scrambles to omelet bagels and croissants, French breakfasts of baguettes and jam, a selection of mouthwatering pastries, and gourmet sandwiches and wraps. Fresh salads and homemade soups are also on offer, along with croquet monsieur and madams, panini and croissants sandwiches, quiche of the day, and sweet and savory crêpes."

"As one of the few restaurants whose owners were native French citizens, Le Gourmet Break offers an unparalleled level of authenticity. Their cuisine relies on traditional dishes that are popular in France and have not been modified for the American taste. Instead, the simplicity and original seasonings give all of their creations an advantage."