Horizon West trails: the 22-mile West Orange Trail and its trailheads, Horizon West Regional Park's trails, Tibet-Butler Preserve's hiking paths and the e-bike rules.

Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. Facts come from Orange County Parks and Recreation’s pages for the West Orange Trail, Winter Garden Station, Horizon West Regional Park and Tibet-Butler Preserve. Parks: 407-836-6200. Trail emergencies: 911; non-emergencies: 311.

The big trail near Horizon West is the West Orange Trail, 22 miles of paved path that runs through downtown Winter Garden, about seven miles north. Inside Horizon West, Horizon West Regional Park has trails for walking, biking and horseback riding, and Tibet-Butler Preserve on the east edge has hiking-only paths. Orange County is planning a connected trail network across the villages.

At a glance

Trail Length or size Use Trailhead
West Orange Trail 22.32 miles, paved Walk, run, bike, skate Winter Garden Station, 455 E. Plant St.
Horizon West Regional Park 215-acre park Walk, bike, horseback 4715 Hamlin Groves Trail
Tibet-Butler Preserve 438-acre preserve Hiking only 8777 Winter Garden-Vineland Road

West Orange Trail

The county’s paved rail-trail runs 22.32 miles from the Orange-Lake county line through the town of Killarney, Oakland and the city of Winter Garden, across U.S. 441 and through downtown Apopka to Welch Road, its trail page says. There is a butterfly garden at the Tildenville outpost.

Trailheads:

  • Winter Garden Station, 455 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, a 4-acre trailhead.
  • Killarney Station, in Oakland, home of West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades, 17914 State Road 438, 407-877-0600, which rents bikes 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends and holidays, the county says.

The trail passes downtown Winter Garden’s Plant Street, so a ride can end at the Saturday farmers market or a downtown restaurant.

Horizon West Regional Park

4715 Hamlin Groves Trail. The 215-acre county park has trails for walking, biking and horseback riding, picnic areas and scenic views. Its Phase 1A, opened Feb. 16, 2026, added a new access road, parking, restrooms, a pavilion, a trail and an inclusive playground, the county says. Phase 1B will add a kayak and canoe launch and a splash pad. Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in summer, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in winter; phone 407-254-1925.

Tibet-Butler Preserve

8777 Winter Garden-Vineland Road. The 438-acre county preserve has miles of hiking trails, the Vera Carter Environmental Center and wildlife viewing, and is part of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. No bicycles and no pets, except ADA service animals. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily; 407-254-1940. When we checked, the county’s page said all trails were open but most were flooded after recent storms, and it recommended proper hiking shoes. Hikers who log 20 miles in the preserve earn a free Trailblazer T-shirt.

Neighborhood paths

  • Summerport Neighborhood Park and Watermark Park each have a fitness path, and Summerlake and Taborfield parks have exercise stations; see our parks and trails guide.
  • The West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s Tour de Chamber ride uses an 8.2-mile loop of paved sidewalks and bike trail through Horizon West neighborhoods, starting at Home State Brewing Co., its listing on Hamlin’s events page says.
  • New multiuse paths are being built along Flemings Road and New Independence Parkway; see our road construction page.

The plan: Orange County’s Horizon West Trails Study lays out a connected trail network across the Horizon West villages.

Farther afield

Lake Louisa State Park, 7305 U.S. Highway 27, Clermont, is a 4,500-acre state park with trails and lakes; its activity provider rents bikes and kayaks through its booking site.

Trail rules

From Orange County’s trail guidelines:

  • Trails are open sunrise to sunset.
  • Helmets are required by law for bicyclists under 16.
  • Bicyclists follow Florida traffic law and yield at crossings and intersections; cyclists, skaters and skateboarders yield to walkers and runners and stay to the right except to pass.
  • Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes are allowed on paved county trails; Class 3 e-bikes are prohibited. The county discourages speeds over 20 mph.
  • Pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet; clean up after them. No alcohol and no motor vehicles.
  • Use the yellow Emergency Response System markers to give your location when you call 911.

What this means for you

  • Start a West Orange Trail ride at Winter Garden Station, 455 E. Plant St.
  • Rent a bike at Killarney Station if you do not have one.
  • Wear walking shoes, not sandals, at Tibet-Butler after heavy rain.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the West Orange Trail?

22.32 miles of paved trail, from the Orange-Lake county line through Killarney, Oakland and Winter Garden, across U.S. 441 and through downtown Apopka to Welch Road, Orange County says.

Where do I park for the West Orange Trail near Horizon West?

The Winter Garden Station trailhead is at 455 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, and bikes can be rented at Killarney Station in Oakland, at West Orange Trail Bikes and Blades, 17914 State Road 438, the county’s trail pages say.

Are e-bikes allowed on Orange County trails?

Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes may use Orange County’s paved trails. Class 3 e-bikes, which assist up to 28 mph, are prohibited from all county trails.

Can I bike at Tibet-Butler Preserve?

No. Tibet-Butler Preserve’s trails are for hiking only; bicycles and pets are not allowed, except ADA service animals.

Does Horizon West Regional Park have trails?

Yes. The 215-acre park at 4715 Hamlin Groves Trail has trails for walking, biking and horseback riding, Orange County says.