Kissimmee Lakefront Park, Big Toho Marina, the 10-mile Kissimmee Loop Trail, Shingle Creek and 17 city parks: what each has and how to reach them. 407-518-2501.
Last checked Oct. 9, 2026. Sources: the City of Kissimmee’s parks directory, Kissimmee Lakefront Park page (Oct. 3, 2026), Trails and Bike Paths page and individual park pages.
The City of Kissimmee lists 17 parks and facilities, from the big lakefront park downtown to neighborhood playgrounds and ballfield complexes. The centerpiece is Kissimmee Lakefront Park on Lake Tohopekaliga, which the city calls one of the nation’s best bass fishing lakes.
Who to call
- Kissimmee Parks and Recreation: 407-518-2501, parks@kissimmee.gov
- Pavilion rentals: the city’s pavilion rental page
- Something broken in a park: report it online
Kissimmee Lakefront Park
201 Lakeview Drive. Between historic downtown and Lake Tohopekaliga. The city lists:
- A splash pad, playgrounds and rentable pavilions
- A fishing pier and large outdoor event spaces, including the Lighthouse Lawn
- Landmarks: the Monument of States, the lakefront lighthouse, the Veterans Memorial and the Bataan-Corregidor Memorial
- Bill Hansen Plaza, renamed from Ruby Plaza in a city ceremony Sept. 23, 2026
Pontoon boat tours onto the lake leave from Big Toho Marina, run by Florida Everglades Eco-Toon Tours under a city contract; book with the operator, 407-717-1024.
Big Toho Marina
69 Lakeview Drive. The city calls it Lake Tohopekaliga’s largest boat ramp and marina, with boat slips, a bait shop, a restaurant and a fishing pier. Slips can be rented through the city’s boat slip rental page.
Other city parks
| Park | Address | What’s there |
|---|---|---|
| Brinson Park | 406 Neptune Road | Lakeside fishing pier, restrooms, picnic tables and grills; bike trail to Lakefront Park |
| Oak Street Park and Community Center | 717 N. Palm Ave. | Playground, pavilion, tennis and pickleball courts, baseball fields, programs |
| Chambers Park Community Center | 2380 N. Smith St. | Teen room, basketball court, playground, community garden |
| Mark Durbin Community Park at Lakeside | 2253 Lakeside Drive | Roller hockey rink, skate park, playground, sports facilities |
| Denn John Athletic Complex | 2204 Denn John Lane | Softball, baseball and multipurpose fields |
| Fortune Road Athletic Complex | 2500 Fortune Road | Baseball and softball fields, multipurpose field, playground |
| Ladue Park | 1112 W. Catherine St. | Neighborhood playground in Orange Gardens |
| Lancaster Ranch Park | 1881 Jack Calhoun Drive | New 150-acre park opening in phases; Green Meadows Petting Farm open since March 15, 2025 |
| Mill Run Park | 1451 Mill Slough Road | Closed for renovations and a new fire station next door; the city expects it to reopen around fall 2027 |
The city also runs the Bob Makinson Aquatic Center at 2204 Denn John Lane; see its aquatics page for swim times.
Lancaster Ranch Park
The city says the finished park will have open green space, large pavilions, playgrounds, a dog park for large and small dogs, and a link to Shingle Creek for canoeing and kayaking. Only the first phase is open. Updates are on the city’s project page.
Trails
- Kissimmee Loop Trail: a 10-mile loop through neighborhoods, shopping areas and parks in the city’s core, with a bridge over John Young Parkway, links to schools and Oak Street Park, and a connection to the Shingle Creek trail. Trail map (PDF).
- Shingle Creek Regional Trail: runs between Osceola and Orange counties along Shingle Creek, for cyclists, walkers, paddlers and birdwatchers.
- Lakefront link: a bike trail connects Brinson Park to Kissimmee Lakefront Park along the lake.
Shingle Creek Regional Park
2491 Babb Road. A shaded park listed by both the city and Osceola County, with paved and unpaved trails, bike paths, kayak access and historic homestead houses from Kissimmee’s early days. It is part of the Shingle Creek Regional Trail.
What this means for you
- Hot day with kids? Kissimmee Lakefront Park has a splash pad, right by downtown.
- Bringing a boat? Launch at Big Toho Marina, 69 Lakeview Drive.
- Planning to visit Mill Run Park? It is closed until about fall 2027.
Related: things to do in Kissimmee this month, getting around Kissimmee and Kissimmee history and landmarks.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kissimmee Lakefront Park have a splash pad?
Yes. The city lists a splash pad, playgrounds, rentable pavilions, a fishing pier and large event lawns at Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 201 Lakeview Drive.
Where is the boat ramp on Lake Toho in Kissimmee?
Big Toho Marina, 69 Lakeview Drive, next to Kissimmee Lakefront Park. The city calls it Lake Tohopekaliga’s largest boat ramp and marina, with boat slips, a bait shop, a restaurant and a fishing pier.
How long is the Kissimmee Loop Trail?
About 10 miles. It loops through the city’s core, crosses John Young Parkway on a bridge and connects to the Shingle Creek Regional Trail.
Is there a petting zoo in Kissimmee?
Yes. Green Meadows Petting Farm, a paid attraction run by a private operator, opened inside the city’s new Lancaster Ranch Park on March 15, 2025.
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