# Lake Runnymede Conservation Area: Mossy Live Oak Canopy Trails > Place to go for families in the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford area (FL). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open daily sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year - Dates: Tue, Dec 1 – Sun, Feb 28 - Where: Lake Runnymede Conservation Area, 4600 Rummel Rd, St Cloud, FL 34771 - Ages: All ages; wide flat turf trails accommodate rugged strollers; ancient low-branch live oaks provide natural wonder for young children; shaded picnic areas - Price: Free admission and parking - Schedule: Open daily sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year - Organizer: Osceola County Parks and Public Lands - Official page: https://www.osceola.org/agencies-departments/parks/parks-facilities/lake-runnymede-conservation-area.stml - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/orlando/activities/lake-runnymede-conservation-area-mossy-live-oak-canopy-trails--listing-6c00a0aec516f4011ab92b96 ## About Tucked into northeastern Osceola County near Narcoossee and St. Cloud, Lake Runnymede Conservation Area is a tranquil 43-acre nature sanctuary preserving some of Central Florida's most majestic old-growth live oaks. The ancient trees feature sprawling, twisty horizontal branches that dip all the way down to touch the ground, draped in heavy curtains of Spanish moss and resurrection ferns, creating an enchanting natural playground for children's imaginations. Families can easily navigate the wide, level, packed-turf nature loop trails that wind through the oak hammocks and sandhill habitats. Winter's cool mornings are the best time to spot active gopher tortoises grazing near their extensive burrow networks, as well as pileated woodpeckers, barred owls, and migratory songbirds in the high canopy. Shaded picnic tables and wooden benches along the trail provide quiet spots for family snacks. The preserve offers free admission, on-site parking, and a peaceful escape from busy suburban corridors. ## Similar picks in Orlando - [Bill Frederick Park: Children's Farm, Turkey Lake Trails & Playgrounds](https://grassyknees.com/orlando/activities/bill-frederick-park-children-s-farm-turkey-lake-trails-and-playgrounds--listing-9adb413d331ddb5b3a70b794) — Winter hours: Open daily 7:00 AM–5:00 PM; Children's Farm open daily 8:00 AM–4:00 PM · Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake · All ages · With admission · checked Nov 5. 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