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Little Econ Greenway — Hiking with Kids in Orlando

Little Econ Greenway

4.7(98)4.7 out of 5 stars, 98 reviews Orlando, FL

About Little Econ Greenway

Little Econ Greenway is a highly-rated, exceptionally clean, and versatile park offering a wide range of outdoor activities for active families and nature enthusiasts. Its unique value lies in its beautiful natural setting along the Little Econ River, abundant wildlife (Florida birds, alligators), and diverse recreational opportunities for all ages, complemented by well-maintained facilities like wide trails, picnic areas, and clean bathrooms. It's praised for being family-oriented and dog-friendly.

What parents should know

Summarized from real visitor reviews.

Best for: Active families seeking a versatile outdoor experience.Families with dogs looking for a pet-friendly outing.Picnics and casual outdoor gatherings.Runners, bikers, and rollerbladers of all skill levels.Families seeking clean, safe, and diverse outdoor recreation.

Why families love it

  • Exceptionally clean park facilities, including very clean bathrooms, maintained by diligent staff.
  • Features a beautiful, wide walk space along the Little Econ River, suitable for various activities.
  • Abundant natural wildlife, including Florida birds and occasional alligator sightings.
  • Offers a wide variety of activities: walking, running, biking, rollerblading, skateboarding, playing sports (basketball, tennis), flying kites, and operating remote-controlled devices (drones, boats, cars).
  • Many parts of the trails are shaded, providing relief from the sun.
  • Numerous picnic tables and benches are available throughout the park and conveniently located near the water.

Insider tips

  • Be aware that a portion of the trail might be closed; explore alternative routes if needed.
  • Consider bringing remote-controlled devices (drones, boats, cars) or kites for added entertainment, as these activities are popular and enjoyed there.
  • Pack binoculars for enhanced bird watching and alligator spotting opportunities.
  • The wide trails are excellent for cycling, rollerblading, or skateboarding.
  • Utilize the numerous picnic tables for a family meal or snack break.
  • Bring your own water, especially on warmer days, as it's an active park.

Good to know before you go

  • If your primary goal is to complete a specific, uninterrupted long trail section, as parts may be unexpectedly closed.
  • If you are specifically looking for a park with traditional structured playground equipment, as these are not mentioned in the reviews.
  • A portion of the trail may be closed, which is not always specified on Google Maps.
  • Lacks specific outdoor exercise equipment such as pull-up or dip bars.
Crowds
The park appears popular and well-used, with sports courts (especially tennis) "always being used" and various activities ongoing.
Value
No specific pricing is mentioned in the reviews, strongly implying it is a free public park or has standard, minimal fees not significant enough to be highlighted. The wide range of free activities, natural beauty, and well-maintained amenities offer excellent value for a family outing.
Food
Picnic tables are explicitly mentioned as being "throughout" the park and "near the water," strongly implying that outside food and beverages are permitted and encouraged for family picnics and snacks.
Accessibility
Features a "beautiful wide walk space" which suggests accessibility for strollers, wheelchairs, and individuals with varying mobility.
Safety
Described as "very beautiful, safe and clean" by multiple reviewers.

What parents say

Wendy S
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"This was my go to park during my 5 month stay in Oviedo. It's very clean with a beautiful wide walk space along the water way. Picnic tables are throughout with benches near the water. There's always some sort of sports being played in the nearby fields and tennis courts! If you want to see Florida birds and a alligator or two this is the place! Awesome sunsets☀️"

4 years ago

NY Friendless Happy Freedom
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"This park is like something out of a magazine or a movie everywhere you look there's some kind of natural wildlife or people exercising jogging running rollerblading skateboarding bike riding playing sports flying kites remote controlled devices such as drones remote control boats cars it's just a phenomenal Park it's a family orientated Park you have different religious groups down there who do not pressure you but they will sit there until you decide to walk up and talk to them which is what I admire about them it's dog friendly you see some of the most beautiful and exotic pets down there t"

3 months ago

Sayed Majid Reza Alavi Dehkordi
5.05.0 out of 5 stars
"Very beautiful, safe and clean. Works well for walking, running and biking."

8 months ago

Reviews sourced from public Google data.