A quiet pet friendly Nature Center thats great for kids and furfriends as well..The trail is pretty and lovely view of lake and educational center fun!

Local Hidden Gem. If you love nature or to hike, you need to visit Trout Lake Nature Center. Full of life and beauty. You can hike the trails, follow the path to the dock, or just enjoy the peace of nature on a bench.

We came here to go geocaching. The trails are very nice, well maintained, and interesting. There is a nice boardwalk down to the lake where there is a covered seating area along the way, and a dock with picnic tables over the lake.Along the way are numbered pieces of wood. There is a guide at the learning center that explains what is located at each number.There is a nice screened patio with picnic tables at the parking area as well as tables right near the entrance.Work is being done on the learning center where there are very clean restrooms, extremely nice people, and a very friendly dog (Mandy).We still have some geocaches to find which means we will be back.There are plans to add a lot to this preserve. Please donate when you visit.

Multiple very shaded trails, well kept boardwalks and walkways over marshy portions of the trails.Did not partake in any of the buildings, so I cant say what they offer. Nice shelter overlooking the lake at the end of one of the trails.Did not see any wildlife during this visit, other than the usual lizards and the couple of caged animal exhibits at the entrance.

This is a great place. There is a nice visitor center with cool exhibits. The hiking trails are well marked and scenic. There are some cool boardwalks and a great overlook of a lake. We saw a huge alligator just a few feet away from the boardwalk along with tons of birds. The grandfather oak is very impressive. Definitely a great place a quick, family friendly hike.

I had a wonderful Sister Day, and another awesome adventure at Trout Lake Nature Center! Beautiful well kept organized place, alot of shade and places to sit and relax and enjoy the real Florida! Its a comfort knowing places like this still exist! Thank you for an awesome time, and physical distancing experience!

I love this place! They have a BEAUTIFUL nature walk, dock on a lake, and museums. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

Very pretty nature preserve and trails. Kind staff and interesting exhibits inside. The boardwalk over the marsh before the lake is very pretty

This place is an awesome place to get your walk on and enjoy the natural beauty in this area!! Looking forward to going back!

Fantastic place. Lots of very small trails, so if you dont have a lot of time you can still do some hiking. If you have more time you just do all the trails and you can get over a mile. Trails were well maintained and easy to follow. Trails are well marked. No traditional blazes but they have the occasional red arrow painted on a tree in some areas. Again, the trails are short so getting lost is unlikely but its good to have things marked anyway. There are.maps available to give you a full view of the trails. There is a lovely walkout to Trout Lake. They have an educational center. A few picnic tables for lunching. This is a nice park

Another central Florida gem. We went for a guided, morning bird watching hike. The volunteers were incredibly knowledgeable, welcoming, and patient with our boys. Even our dog was welcomed warmly on the hike. Their event schedule has many different events covering all kinds of nature themed topics. The main hall has excellent displays with lots of educational and interesting information about different native and some non-native plants and animals. There is a water fountain and clean bathrooms in that building as well. There is another building which has a museum, but we didnt get to check it out. The hike began on time and they even had multiple bottles of insect repellent for guests in case you forgot your own. The hike was so fun and the view from the dock of the sun rising over the lake and rookery was simply lovely! Afterward, we did some hiking on our own. There are a few different trails. The three we did were beautiful and lots of fun. The kids Adventure Trail was my boys favorite as it has a (slightly) wobbly bridge. It ends at a huge and gorgeous old oak tree. All the trails, bridges, and boardwalks we went through are in great shape. We were smitten and will be going back soon!

Beautiful trails,love the information signs all around, picnic benches around bring your lunch for under the grandfather oak. Has a trail that leads to the lake. Has restrooms, dogs allowed on the trails with leash.

Such a lovely place to take the kids and dogs as well. The museum with Florida animals is so educational for the kids and adults alike. There is no cost but donations keep them up and running. Somewhere to take the kids thats in-expensive and we can all afford a donation. Wonderful place.

The place had some nice trails, with a great view of the lake. However, it was a bit small but nice for what it was.

Nice little place to take the grands foran outing..

Well kept short trails. Follow Hastleback trail to see Trout Lake.

It’s one of my new favorite places in central Florida. Lots of wildlife and people that care about nature. I learned so much by going there and taking some classes on Friday the wildlife and nature. I hope to keep going to this place and support it as it brings education to the people.

Our visit to Trout Lake Nature Center, Inc was this am. It was a delightful spot, trails well-marked, etc. We look forward to returning to visit inside .Sitting down by Trout Lake with a warm breeze under cover on a hot day was so peaceful.

This nature park is wonderful. The staff is knowledgeable an friendly. The trails are well marked and you can spend much time in the woods. The boardwalk is amazing and they keep things in good shape. My dogs love this park.

Pretty cute nice park. Beautiful view of the lake at the end of the trail. Staff was very friendly. Park museum was also pretty cool and informative.

Beautiful, peaceful place! Always a great place to unwind!

Went on a field trip with my daughters 2nd grade class. The park is beautiful. All the instructors were very active with the students, helpful with answering all their questions and very informative. Look forward to visiting outside of a school trip.

Looking foward to visit you guys...im a amateur birdwatcher-birdphotographer..and i loved everything nature related..by the good reviews and photos looks amazing...keep the good job!!

Great educational center for kids to learn about the wild life. Nice hiking trails that lead to the lake.

Bring mosquito repellent if you are going to walk tge trails!!

A very interesting nature preserve with an education center.

We loved our day in the Nature Center! Great experience to learn and enjoy the environment. The trails are very nice. The lake view is fantastic.

Nice place to take little kids. Short trails, some educational info, and its free.

Hot as heck but shouldve gone earlier in the day. Not a whole lot of animals, birds, fish, etc... to see but it was just hot. Still, so beautiful, peaceful, fun. Will be back!

Great place!Wonderfully manicured nature trailsThe grandbabies enjoyed it very muchHighly recommended

Very nice nature center for all ages. Great field trips!

Beautiful nature park

Excellent trail to see how Florida use to be before man ruined it! Friendly volunteers who are doing good in the community! Thanks

We had a wonderful time there, it was peaceful and quiet and beautiful, and the staff were very kind. We really enjoyed walking the paths. I would give it 5 stars for myself, except I have to admit that not everyone would find it so. Its small and while we loved it, it wont have enough to keep people active if they are looking for something really engaging.

Wonderful place, great staff.

Always a fun place. The trails are great for walking to the lake

Love it love nature my kids enjoyed it so much.

Peaceful, well maintained trails and a nice boardwalk to sit and view a lake.TLNC is a diamond tucked away in Eustis. Great place for a peaceful walk and dog friendly. (On leash)Discovered TLNC through an advertised nature walk being offered. We have returned to visit and will do so again.

Basket weaving class was so much fun. Lunch was very good. Met so many nice people. Would definitely do again.

Beautiful, well maintained trails. The Nature Center is an ideal place to take children.

Excellent nature preserve with educational center and hands-on displays. Best of all, its free!!!

Free! Educational! Nice quiet walk in the woods out to the lake and Boardwalk. This is truly a little gem hidden in the woods. Just do it you wont regret it! You can even do a little bit of Geocaching while youre out there.

They have two large air conditioned exhibit buildings with restrooms. The 200+ acres are serene and natural. They are presently seeking donations to expand their educational facilities, so please consider helping with this endeavor. This was my first time visit, but will not be my last. They also have walking trails.

All the staff was a great persons and also explain incredible for the kids

The Nature Center has special environmental programs the third Friday of each month. Also many activities all month long in a beautiful area surrounding Trout Lake for families, hikers, and Nature Lovers. They also have programs for school children & summer camp programs. The Staff are Super & so dedicated to making Trout Lake Nature Center an oasis so close to several cities.

Great hike. Our lead was very informative.

We go there on field trips through school. The volunteers are amazing. Great Florida wildlife.

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff.

Very friendly and very knowledgeable staff my children had a blast!!

Nice walking trail

This is a sweet little conservation area with all cool things. A little museum, a gorgeous lake full of neat water fowl, and short woodsy trails to walk. Just a fun, easy getaway.

The staff here are so nice. Not really a lot for kids- I thought there would be more love animals. Only 4

Nice friendly place to go for sightseeing or taking the family on a picnic.

Dog friendly on leash. Educational

Great place for viewing nature kids with Natural History Museum, cat walk to Trout Lake and meeting Center.

Lake Trout was a really cool location to visit and very informative, they had a very nice staff and a great walking trail. Would definitely visit again. 10/10

Several trails, none too long. Picnic tables near the front under big Oak trees. Nice boardwalk to the lake. Some trails had a narrow one person wide boardwalk over the very wet areas. Theres a short suspension bridge on the Adventure Trail. Also a butterfly garden.

We had an amazing time staff there are amazing and make it fun for the kids while they learn

Small, but very nice. Lots of interesting.

Go to the museum. It has a corn snake. So fun! Im gonna try and get a snake cuz that snake was so fun

Very nice place. The volunteers were very nice and friendly.

Educational & Beautiful. Audubon Society Meets Here too!

Ive talked to so very many people to come here. Classes...a library , animals hiling trails and scenery. Wonderful.

Great music! Also interesting mounts in a rustic setting nice people

Very nice quiet place..informative museum, live turtle enclosure, awesome walking path through gator area..peaceful..

Love taking my toddler here for their tiny explorers program. Everyone is super friendly and my daughter loves being out in nature. She also really ennoys doing the different activities they have planned.

Beautiful scenery... Great nature trail

Great place to visit..

We come here often very nice calm place to learn and relax.

Very beautiful. Dont forget to sign in if you visit.

Beautiful park with tropical pathways to explore. Well maintained by local volunteers. Well worth the visit. Allow 30 minutes or 3 hours!

Nice place Ill bring my dogs next time

Went there for a Christmas event/Star gazing. Did not match the description that was online. Disappointed as there were only 1 strand of lights throughout the trail and we had driven one hour to see Santa. Did not explain there was a price to take pictures with him on top of the fee to get in the park.

Great little hikes and museum. Kids love it.

Nicely maintained trails and dog friendly. There arent any really long hikes but its a pleasant outing.

Very clean and well kept. Nice short hikes. Trails were very wet in some spots.

Great place with lots of wildlife. Saw tons of baby Gators.

Great for learning about the Florida outdoors and its critters

Enjoyable little nature walk and educational museum/center.

Beautiful place. I enjoyed chair yoga. A very good class.

A fun nature experience. Loads of cool taxidermy.

This place is a hidden gem in Lake County. Lots of great nature programs for kids. Theres always something going on at the Trout Lake nature center.

Very great trail staff was very helpful

Short trails, but they are still worth the hike. Staff is very knowledgeable and clearly love nature and sharing their knowledge about animals and ecosystems.

My favorite place in Lake County

A whole lot in a small place. Learning center, different programs, trails and boardwalks. It features a photo exhibit of work done by In Focus Photo Club members.

Love the nature walk out to the lake. I take my family here to eat lunch. Free exercise and a healthy lunch(byo)...equals an Awesome time!!!

A great family place

Fun little nature center. Also has nice hiking trails, one of which leads to the lake.

Beautiful well maintained wildlife learning center and easy hiking trails.

Great natural setting. A gem of Lake County.

Very cool place but I was kind of ignored by the staff when I visited. I wanted to ask questions and learn about the center but everyone was too busy chatting and I just left with pamphlets.

Great

Great for the kids and educational.

It was a birding meeting. Well done and well received.

Great org

Very nice

Great place to take a walk or have a picnic with family, groups or some alone time

Wonderful place great for all love the museum and board walk

Great place for a walk..everyone very nice...