Located at 137 Avenue A East, Winter Haven, Lake Gwyn Park offers visitors a peaceful place to connect with nature while enjoying outdoor recreation. The park is a favorite among walkers and bird watchers, featuring scenic trails, a playground, picnic shelters, basketball courts, soccer fields, and a screened-in pavilion available for rent.
What makes Lake Gwyn Park especially unique is its remarkable transformation. Once a dry lakebed caused by a Depression-era drainage canal, the area has been restored into a thriving natural wetland system. This restoration not only enhances the park’s beauty but also helps filter and send clean water to the Peace River while providing a healthy habitat for local wildlife.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a relaxing stroll, a family picnic, or simply take in the sights and sounds of nature, Lake Gwyn Park is a true Winter Haven treasure.
Photos courtesy of Polk County Parks & Rec
