Parks, natural fun starts in parks

Headline 1: Orange County Parks and Recreation is hiring qualified persons for a variety of jobs – see what’s available! https://www.ocfl.net/cultureparks/jobsdashboard.aspx

Headline 2: Orange County Parks and Recreation is hiring strong swimmers for part-time Lifeguard jobs at Kelly Park and Fort Gatlin! Suitable for ages 16 and older with starting pay: $16.07/hour. Apply today! https://www.ocfl.net/cultureparks/jobsdashboard.aspx

Headline 3: Explore Fort Christmas Historical Park with this amazing virtual tour!

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Nature surrounds you at Blanchard Park, as these cute raccoons stop by to visit. Photo taken by Julie Fair of Orlando.
Blanchard Park
Blanchard Park
Basketball Courts Canoe/Kayak Fishing Leashed Pet Allowed Multipurpose Field Picnic Area/Grills Playground Rental Pavilions Tennis Trails Volleyball (Sand)
Hours of Operation:
Summer 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. / Winter 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday - Saturday
Phone Number: (407) 254-9030
Address:
2451 N Dean RD
Orlando, FL 32817
Acreage: 84
Location:
Points of Interest:
Special Event: Deputy Sheriff Thomas Ingram End-of-Watch Sign Dedication
  • Mayor Jerry L. Demings, District 5 Commissioner Emily Bonilla and Sheriff John Mina host the Deputy Sheriff Thomas Ingram End-of-Watch Sign Dedication on Wednesday, April 10 at 9:30 a.m. at Little Econ Greenway trail parking area, located at 7951 E Colonial Drive, Orlando -- see Google map link on web page. This is a FREE event, open to the public.

Trail Closure

  • The Little Econ Greenway Horseshoe Bridge is now open. Please be advised that this area might have further temporary closures as we continue to make improvements to the trail. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to complete the necessary repairs as quickly and safely as possible.

To make a reservation, please call the park directly at 407-254-9030; leave a detailed message if you reach voicemail. Please note that Orange County Parks and Recreation requires 30 days or more to schedule and complete payment and paperwork for all rentals.

The paved 7.4-mile Little Econ Greenway Trail and the Little Econ River run through Jay Blanchard Park.

To contact the Blanchard Park YMCA Family Center, call 407-381-8000 for membership information.

Contact Us

Orange County Parks and Recreation
4801 W. Colonial Dr.
Orlando, FL 32808

To reach a specific park: click on the A–Z tab and select the park or facility you are interested in for the phone number.
Email: parks@ocfl.net
Parks Administration: 407-836-6200
Parks' Events InfoLine: 407-836-6280
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Twitter: @OrangeCoParksFL