Lake Underhill Path

You can find convenient parking at the parks connected by the path, such as Lake Underhill Park. These parks often provide dedicated parking areas for trail users.

Yes, the path is generally dog-friendly. However, always ensure your dog is on a leash and that you clean up after them to maintain a pleasant experience for all users.

The path is enjoyable year-round, but the cooler, drier months from late fall through spring (roughly October to April) are often preferred for cycling in Florida to avoid the peak heat and humidity of summer.

No, there are no permits or entrance fees required to access and use the Lake Underhill Path. It is a public greenway.

The path is primarily paved, wide, and mostly flat, making it an easy and low-stress route. It's very suitable for beginners and touring cyclists. The only notable elevation change is an overpass at the SR436 exit ramp.

The main Lake Underhill Path is part of a larger network. While the full route described here is about 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) and is not a simple loop, there is a specific 1.3-mile section that loops around Lake Underhill Park itself. Note that bikes are prohibited on the immediate lakeside loop, but cyclists can ride along Lake Underhill Road around the lake.

You'll enjoy diverse scenery, including panoramic views of Lake Underhill with the SR 408 bridge in the distance. The path also offers glimpses of the Orlando Executive Airport, where you might see small aircraft. It connects four city parks—Park of the Americas, Lake Underhill Park, Colonel Joe Kittinger Park, and Orlando Festival Park—each providing green spaces and amenities.

Near the lake, you might spot local wildlife such as otters, various bird species, and other small creatures that inhabit the lakeside environment.

Yes, the path is a key part of Orlando's greenway system. It connects to the Orlando Urban Trail and has future plans to link with the Cady Way Trail, significantly extending touring opportunities. The route also passes through sections of the Lake Underhill Path, Downtown Connector, and Cady Way Trail.

Yes, the connected parks along the route offer various amenities. Lake Underhill Park specifically provides a bike repair station and water fountains, which are very useful for touring cyclists. Restrooms, benches, and picnic tables are also available in the parks.

While generally easy, caution is advised at grade-level road crossings, particularly where the path crosses Anderson Street (an on-ramp to SR408) and goes under the SR408 expressway to South Street (an off-ramp from SR408). Be alert for speeding cars in these areas.

The paved, wide, and mostly flat surface makes the path highly accessible for a variety of users, including those with mobility aids or families with strollers. Its proximity to downtown Orlando also makes it easily reachable.