Located in Dr Phillips, you will find one of Orange County's flagship community parks, the Dr. P. Phillips Community Park. This Orange County public park offers a variety of amenities and activities for Orlando residents to enjoy.

Designed and maintained by the Orange County Parks and Recreation Department, the park receives its name in honor of the prominent Orlando businessman, Dr. Phillip Phillips.

The 80-acre park is located along the beautiful shores of the Sand Lake Chain of Lakes just a short distance from many upscale Orlando communities, including Turtle Creek, Phillips Landing, Bay Hill, Venezia, and Parkside.

Dr. P. Phillips Community Park Amenities and Activities

• Picnic Areas with Grills
• Covered Pavilions - spaces available

The City of Orlando's largest community park, Bill Frederick Park spans an impressive one hundred and seventy eight acres. Located on the quiet shores of Turkey Lake, the park provides numerous amenities and activities. Bill Frederick Park is conveniently located near the Florida Turnpike, area shopping, Orlando Theme Parks, and is just a short drive from some of the finest Dr. Phillips Real Estate and Windermere, FL Real Estate in the area.

First opened to the public in 1978, the park originally had a producing orange grove with over 2000 orange trees.  In 1980 plans were in place to develop a campground facility on the grounds. The orange trees were successfully relocated, and the campground was opened in 1981.

The Bill Frederick Campground offers

The Orange County Parks & Recreation Department operates over 90 local parks, serving all county residents including Orlando residents in the areas of Windermere, Dr. Phillips, and Winter Park.

When the parks and recreation program originally began in 1924, the County operated a mere 8 acres of land. To date, Orange County now operates an estimated 16,000 acres of community parks, with a vast variety of activities offered.

Whether you are interesting in rollerblading, basketball, baseball, camping, or just enjoying a nice afternoon picnic, there are activities for all interests and all ages.

View the county park map with a complete list of all Orange County, FL Parks & Recreational Areas.