Circle B Bar Reserve 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, FL 33803

"This is the most lovely place! It is so peaceful and not a bad walk around the various trails around the park. This place definitely became our favorite place to go escape reality for the day."

"A great place to see Florida countryside and nature. Very well run and maintained, with wide flat trails and a nice visitors center with washrooms. Trail maps are available at a sign near the visitors center. A few of the loops offer a nice 1 hour walk. Many sections have shade, although there are a few without. The walk from the visitors center to Alligator Alley takes you through an oak Forrest with Spanish moss. Alligator Alley takes you along a lake-side path. You'll mostly see birds of all kinds, including large cranes, but you'll also see the occasional alligator and armadillo. It's about an hours drive south of Orlando. You could combine this with a visit to Bok Tower to make a day trip. No charge for entry or parking at time of writing."

"The reserve is full of rich history, efforts towards conservation of natural resources and a beautiful place to get in some extra steps or have family time on budget. Would definitely recommend the Circle B Bar Reserve for any nature lover, photographer, etc. There’s plenty of regular and accessible parking. They do have an accessible trolley tour so be sure to tell them when booking. Hat, sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes and your hypervigilence when walking paths. The wildlife lives here and we are guests. Follow rules and don’t harass the wildlife. It’s a beautiful spot and photographers can get a permit to take photos here. Staff is friendly and helpful. Volunteer opportunities are always available if you are looking for something to do. Put this on your list of “places to go”—definitely worth it."

"I go here to be with nature and my thoughts with God. Everything just slows down as you enter the gates (speed is 15) and gives you time to breathe, walk and think. I notice most others slowing down and enjoying the alligator and special bird/animal/plant sightings…I take photos that look professional almost because everything is so beautiful in its simplicity. As I walk, I like to imagine the original owners walking the dirt roads and what they were thinking…and when my family come from Texas and wants to see an alligator (lol), this is my “go to” place to take them."

"This was our first visit and an absolutely spectacular time!! Naturally, a little scary considering you are so up close and personal with the gator families. However, they are so calm and respect you, as long as you show them the same respect. Just really a neat thing to see and experience! So much wildlife! We only walked 3 trails and will be back to walk more! Highly recommend!!"