SADDLE CREEK PARK

Best kept secret in Lakeland...we love walking the dogs on the land jetties that cut into the ponds and lakes. Great nature trails way in the back. The best trail for dogs is free behind the back pond, after the volleyball court. Look for the birding trail sign after a small gate. It goes further than you think, and is wide and clear. The second trail with a separate wood sign is managed by Teneroc fishery management and is $3, but the rest of the park is free. Fantastic birds and a few small gators to see most days. Nice kids playground and picnic areas. Lakes are stocked for fishing .

Super fun place to hike! Very secluded and there's a lake on the trails that's always really pretty to look at. I've heard there's some shady stuff going on at this place, but I've never seen anything like that at all. I've always felt totally safe here and really love the quiet hiking trails.

It's such a quiet, peaceful place. My parents are visiting from Indiana and we took them so Dad could fish. We had a lovely picnic while the kids ran and played. Thumbs up from everyone!