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The West Orange Trail at 22 miles is the longest paved rail-trail in the Orlando area, passing towns, suburban areas, fields and woods. A portion of the trail runs near the shores of Lake Apopka, with several access points to the lake. Built on an old railroad alignment and owned by Orange County Parks and Recreation, it goes through downtown Oakland, Winter Garden, and Apopka. A short extension from the western terminus connects to the South Lake Trail.
Close to Orlando and Walt Disney World, the 12-15 foot wide West Orange Trail is popular for jogging, cycling, horseback riding, and rollerblading. It is used by over 55,000 people a month.
This is a world-class rail-trail hosting excellent facilities at “stations” (full-featured facilities) and “outposts” (limited amenities). An equestrian path, starting at Clarcona Horseman’s Park, parallels the trail for 10 miles. While there are shaded areas, benches, and nearby amenities, this is Florida and it is recommended the rider bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
There are many access points to the West Orange Trail, including:
• County Line Station (also called Killarney Station) – off SR 50 west of Winter Garden. Parking, restrooms, water, snacks, playground, bike shop. Connector to South Lake Trail.
• Chapin Station (also called Winter Garden Station) – on Plant Street (CR 438) in Winter Garden. Parking, restrooms, water, playground, picnic pavilion. Two blocks from downtown Winter Garden with its restaurants, shops, museums, and bike shop.
• Apopka terminus – at route 435 and East Welch Road north of Apopka. No facilities, parking along the road and nearby restaurants and shops. Future extension planned.
Starting from County Line Station, the West Orange Trail heads east toward Oakland. A restored railroad bridge that spans the Florida Turnpike at mile 1 is a trail landmark. A short distance further, a shelter marks access to the Oakland Nature Preserve, which includes hiking trails and a boardwalk to Lake Apopka. Just past the next street crossing and adjacent to the trail is Briley Farm, home to assorted exotic animals, including Watusi cattle, zebras, wildebeest, and ostriches.
Next comes Oakland Outpost (water, benches), adjacent to quaint old downtown Oakland, where street parking is available. Continuing toward Winter Garden, the trail passes pretty scenery with moss-draped oaks.
Nearing mile 5, the West Orange Trail enters Winter Garden, with its restaurants, shops, and museums. The trail runs down the middle of Plant Street and features a fountain with benches; at any given time you might find art shows, entertainment, or other activities being held. Many people consider this western 5-mile section of the trail to be the most interesting.
Just past mile 5 is Chapin Station. The trail runs past Forest Lake Golf Course in Ocoee, to Ingram Outpost (mile 12, parking). The Apopka-Vineland Outpost (mile 14) has parking, a picnic pavilion, and water. The trail branches at mile 14.2, where riders can take the spur to Clarcona Horseman’s Park or cross Apopka-Vineland Road and continue north to Apopka. The first mile past the road crossing offers one of the prettiest tree canopies in Central Florida.
Leaving the tree canopy, the trail runs mostly parallel to roadways and there is virtually no shade for the remainder of the ride. Apopka Station (mile 19) offers parking, water, a playground, and picnic pavilion. In downtown Apopka, a bridge carries riders safely over busy US 441 and then it’s another 3 miles to the northern trailhead at Welch Road.
The West Orange Trail has something for everyone and is a must-ride for Central Florida.
For a listing of top Florida bike trails, check out www.BikeFlorida.net. Here, the West Orange Trail is featured as a “Top 10 Trail” – with photos and recommendations on the best sections to ride.
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