Exploring Orlando by bike is one of the best ways to see Central Florida beyond the theme parks. With miles of scenic trails, nature-filled neighborhoods, and convenient rental locations, biking gives you a closer look at the real Orlando. Whether you’re a casual rider or an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll find countless opportunities to enjoy smooth paths, shaded routes, and beautiful wildlife. Many local companies even offer bike rentals, so instead of thinking about squeezing in a ride—go ahead and plan for it!
Biking at Walt Disney World
For a peaceful break from the parks, head to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground or Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Both locations offer bike rentals with access to winding, tree-lined trails that feel worlds away from the crowds. Complimentary helmets and child seats are included, and Florida law requires riders under 16 to wear a helmet. Bikes must remain within the resort area, but with so many scenic pathways, you’ll have plenty to enjoy.
Top Biking Trails in Orange & Osceola Counties
Central Florida’s expanding bike trail network makes it easy to explore the outdoors. The Shingle Creek Regional Trail is one of the area’s most anticipated projects, eventually connecting roughly 32 miles of paths from Kissimmee to Wekiva Springs State Park. Portions are already open, giving riders access to peaceful, shaded routes loaded with history and wildlife.
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Kissimmee Loop (7 miles) and Shingle Creek Trail (2 miles)
These linked trails circle Shingle Creek and Kissimmee, winding through the beautiful 456-acre Shingle Creek Regional Park. Here you’ll find kayak launches, a fishing dock, hiking paths, a playground, restrooms, and the restored homes of the historic Shingle Creek community. The creek itself was named for the cypress trees once used to make wood shingles.
Biking in Celebration, Florida
Just minutes from Walt Disney World, Celebration is one of the most charming places in Central Florida to explore by bike. My husband and I love taking a break from the parks to enjoy the peaceful trails, beautiful neighborhoods, and relaxing small-town atmosphere. After renting bikes for a day, we loved it so much that we went back again!
Where to Rent Bikes in Celebration
Head to Yellow Bike Rentals & Bicycle Tours, located on Bloom Street off Front Street, just to the right of the Bohemian Hotel. The rental area sits in a lot near Lake Rianhard. Be sure to use public parking—there is no dedicated parking for rentals.
Celebration’s Scenic Bike Trails
Celebration’s biking network consists of paved paths, boardwalks, wooden bridges, and quiet streets that connect the entire town. It’s one of the most bike-friendly communities in the area, making it easy and safe to explore.
You’ll ride:
- Around sparkling lakes
- Through wooded boardwalks
- Past beautiful mansions and cozy neighborhoods
- Along condo communities and local parks
The trails are mostly flat and great for riders of all abilities. Keep an eye out for wildlife—birds, turtles, and even alligators often appear in the ponds along the route. Don’t forget your camera!
Biking in Celebration is relaxing, scenic, and refreshing—perfect for a day off from the theme parks.
More Biking Trails to Explore
Central Florida offers dozens of paved trails perfect for all skill levels. Here are some popular options:
Osceola County
- Neptune Road Path
- Pleasant Hill Road Recreational Pathway
- St. Cloud Lakefront Park
Orange County (Orlando)
- Baldwin Park Trail
- Cady Way Trail
- Lake Nona Paths
- Lake Underhill Path
- Little Econ Greenway
- Maitland Bike Route
- Orlando Urban Trail
- Pine Hills Trail
- West Orange Trail
Trail Riding Etiquette in Florida
To help keep Orlando’s trails safe and enjoyable for everyone, remember these guidelines:
- Florida law requires helmets for riders under 16.
- Be courteous to all trail users—walkers, cyclists, skaters, joggers, and wheelchairs.
- Keep right; pass on the left.
- Give an audible signal when passing.
- Maintain a predictable, steady pace.
- Move off the trail when stopped.
- Yield when entering, and always yield to pedestrians at crosswalks.
- Avoid biking under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Keep pets leashed and clean up after them.
- No motorized vehicles (except wheelchairs and official maintenance carts).
Bike rentals are also available through Evolve, which will deliver bicycles right to your vacation home.
Thinking about squeezing in a little biking while you are in the Orlando area………you won’t be disappointed! Biking is a great way to get up close and personal to Orlando. With the many bike trails in the area, there is sure to be one for you. You can even find places to rent the bikes, so don’t just think about squeezing a ride in, plan on it!
