Magnolia Park (Apopka, Florida)
| Magnolia Park | |
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| Type | Regional park |
| Location | Orange County, Florida, United States |
| Nearest city | Apopka, Florida |
| Coordinates | 28°38′03″N 81°33′00″W / 28.63417°N 81.55000°W |
| Area | 56 acres (0.23 km2) |
| Created | 1962 |
| Operated by | Orange County Parks and Recreation |
| Open | Summer: 8:00am - 8:00pm, Winter: 8:00am - 6:00pm |
| Website | orangecountyfl.net |
Magnolia Park is a county park located on the eastern shore of Lake Apopka. It is managed by the Orange County Parks and Recreation.
History
[edit]The land for Magnolia Park was deeded to Orange County in 1962.[1]
Recreation
[edit]Magnolia Park contains picnic tables, playgrounds, volleyball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, a boat ramp, 18 RV/tent campsites, and 2 group campsites.[1] A trailhead for the Lake Apopka Loop Trail is located on the northwest side of the park.
Wildlife
[edit]Magnolia Park is home to about a dozen peacocks, which have been known to be aggressive at times.[2] Sandhill Cranes, Osprey, Turkey Vultures, American Alligators, and numerous other animals are also regularly spotted at the park.
Access and hours of operation
[edit]Magnolia Park is located at 2929 S Binion RD, Apopka, FL 32703. It is open daily, from 8:00am – 8:00pm in the summer, and 8:00am – 6:00pm in the winter.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Camping at Orange County Parks and Recreation" (PDF). Orange County Parks and Recreation. Retrieved 5 January 2017.
- ^ "Peacock attacks toddler at Magnolia Park". Orlando Sentinel. Retrieved 5 January 2017.
- ^ "Magnolia Park". Orange County Parks and Recreation. Retrieved 5 January 2017.