Because the traffic is terrible, here are the 18 best bike paths in the Orlando area

Baldwin Park Trail

This bike trail takes you in a 2.5-mile circle around Lake Baldwin and links to Cady Way Trail. For those of you who wouldn’t mind a few puppy kisses, the trail passes near the dog-friendly Lake Baldwin Park, as well as Blue Jacket Park and Veterans Memorial Park. You can also get a quick refreshment at Baldwin Park Village Center, which has Planet Smoothie, Uptown Park Wine Bar and WineStyles Wine Bark & Market. Street parking is available around the entire loop.
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Celebration Trail

A bike can take you anywhere in Celebration. The community was built with everything in walking distance and bike-friendly. Stop by the lakeside town center for shops and restaurants.
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Cross Seminole Trail

This trail travels through Oviedo and Winter Springs. For a pedaling break, Spring Hammock Preserve is an off-road experience.
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Orlando Urban Trail

Located in Downtown Orlando, this 2.6 mile trail is perfect for wildlife watching as it passes by several lakes. It ends at Loch Haven Park, which has the Orlando Science Center, the Orlando Museum of Art and the Orlando Shakespeare Theater.
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East Central Regional Rail Trail

With recently completed constructed, the East Central Regional Rail Trail extends from Green Springs Park to State Road 415. Green Springs is one of the few green sulphur springs and can be considered a hidden gem with a playground, picnic area and parking.
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Spring to Spring Trail

While construction is still underway for the Spring to Spring trail, the entire path is paved and 15 of the 26 miles are complete. Once complete, the path will travel from Lake Monroe to DeLeon Springs. Parking is available in Lake Beresford Park and Blue Spring State Park.
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St. Cloud Lakefront Park

Riding along the south shore of Lake Tohopekaliga, St. Cloud Lakefront Park gives runners, bikers and walkers two miles of an easy path with a great view. If looking for more than a lakefront view, bikers can take advantage of the boat ramp, sand beach and volleyball court or ride through “old” St. Cloud on New York Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue.
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Kewanee Trail

While the trail is just over a mile and a half long, it is connected with Kewannee Park which is six acres with a pier, pavilion, exercise stations, basketball court and more. It also has a boardwalk with views of Florida’s wetlands habitats.
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South Lake - Minneola Scenic Trail

This scenic 13 mile trail is centered in Clermont and travels by Lake Minneola and Clermont Waterfront Park which can be stops for restrooms, picnicking, swimming and fishing. If interested in a more challenging ride, the South Lake trail is being extended to connect with the West Orange Trail to create Central Florida biking trail, which provides some of the highest elevations of any rail-trail in the state.
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Cady Way Trail

Beginning at the intersection of Aloma Avenue and Howell Branch Road, the 6.5- mile Cady Way Trail winds through various residential neighborhoods and Fashion Square Mall. It links to Cross Seminole Trail and parking is available at Cady Way Park, Fashion Square Mall and Winter Pines Golf Course.
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Casselberry Greenway Trail

Formally known as the Wirz trail, the five mile trail connects travelers to four parks, two schools and shopping areas.
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Lake Nona Trail

This tree-lined trail takes cyclists through Lake Nona on both paved and unpaved paths, and will reach 44 miles of trails once construction is done. Parking is available at the YMCA, nearby Moss park and alongside a few roads.
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Lake Underhill Path

The Lake Underhill bike path stretches for 2.5 miles and links through four parks: Lake Underhill Park, Orlando Festival Park, Col, Joe Kittinger Park and Park of the Americas. Health buffs also have the option of using the fitness stations scattered throughout the path.
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Little Econ Greenway

This scenic trail takes avid cyclists, runners and joggers alike on an 8-mile journey featuring river views, scenic bridges, wildlife viewing spots and even a butterfly garden. Future expansions will link to the University of Central Florida, Cady Way Trail and Cross Seminole Trail. Parking is available at Jay Blanchard Park, Econ Soccer Complex, Arcadia Acres and on Harrel Road.
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Seminole Wekiva Trail


This paved recreational and commuting path is about 14 miles, linking Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary and Longwood. The path is a part of the Seminole County’s Showcase Trails due to its scenery, many users and length.
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West Orange Trail Photo via /Instagram

Over twenty miles of paved trail travels through Killarney and Oakland, Winter Garden and downtown Apopka. When riding through the town of Tildenville, there’s a butterfly garden in the Tildenville outpost. Bike rentals are available at the Killarney Station in Oakland and the Winter Garden Station.
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Walt Disney World Trail

To experience Disney on the cheap, one can use the bike path that progresses through the various disney theme parks. It also has a section with an unpaved nature trail for those who prefer more of a challenge. Guest parking can be found at Wilderness Lodge and Fort Wilderness.
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Maitland Bike Route

The shady 5.5 mile Maitland Bike Route starts at Maitland Community Park and ends at Lake Lily Park, passing over a short boardwalk, a residential neighborhood, behind some businesses and nearby several schools.
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