Tibet-Butler Preserve

Beautiful walking paths and quiet serenity. Good history of the area displayed

This was an amazing place. If you keep your eyes and ears open you can see so much! Right off the path, on the pine forest loop, I saw a bald eagle! I had an amazing view and was able to sit and sketch him for maybe 15 mins uninterrupted. The raised walkway to the osprey outlook is in great condition and allows the journey to continue even though the land is a swamp. One pathway was closed but I was still impressed with the amount and variety of flora and fauna I had seen.

I’ve been here a few times in about a year period. It is so close behind Magic Kingdom with free entry and parking! This place is very welcoming, relaxing, great nature scenery, and a nice walk around the land.
Once you park in the lot, I suggest picking up a map to get familiar with the area. You can check out the office area for some cool info and animals up there. I think it will take about 2 hours to walk the entire paths available. There is one trail that is closed due to flood problems.
It is a very nice walk on the boardwalk and a stop looking at the lake/​marsh area. I would suggest wearing pants and some boots just in case it is muddy. Wear some bug spray to avoid mosquitoes! I seen some armadillos, gopher turtle, butterflies, and birds here. I highly recommend this place to everyone who loves nature walking.

As a NY resident I enjoyed seeing Florida plants and foliage. Wear shoes that can get wet and muddy. Quiet and peaceful, fairly simple

What an amazing find that my husband stumbled upon. I’m not much into nature but I loved my walk through the preserve; it was so peaceful, quiet, and pretty. There are various trails you can take to get in a good walk. I found them a little confusing at first, so I suggest picking up a map and stopping a staff member if needed. While I had to flag one down, she ended up being super helpful.
I went in March so the weather was nice and there were no issues with bugs.
There is also a butterfly garden, little picnic area, and a small nature center with fun facts and a classroom. The preserve is a good location for the whole family. Their bathrooms are large and well maintained.
If you love nature, I strongly suggest checking out this preserve.

This is a neat nature trail that is about 3 miles total. The trail leads to A water/​pond overlook-​dock that is good for viewing wildlife. Through a portion of the trail it is raised with wooden walkways. This park has a conservation Center at it’s entry that is informational and interesting. A refreshing/​peaceful place to go with the family that is off the trodden trail. Certainly refreshing, relaxing, and away from the crowds. As it has recently been rainy, some of the trail is closed and a good portion difficult to navigate due to standing water. I would recommend water resistant/​rubber shoes to make it easier.

Love it here! Great few trails, they are so nice to walk down or even run. So crazy this place was down the street and I had no idea! Everything is marked by miles, where to go and the maps of the trials are all over.
The education center is what makes this place. Love that its not only a great hiking trail but also has great informational papers. While I was there I had no issues with snakes, spiders or mosquitoes. Always keep on your toes though! This is Florida

What a delightful find so close to where I live! I had no idea. It’s a preserve, so it’s nature’s home, and a great place for education and hiking.
The trails are clearly marked, and the sounds of little creatures scurrying can be heard with each step. It’s a great idea to bring sunscreen and insect repellent. I have a small bootleg spray bottle of skin so soft from CVS. It works perfectly.
The staff offers various classes, so make sure to check for topics and times. The space is super organized with an educational display area, sitting area with benches and rocking chairs, and most importantly, clean restrooms.
Apparently a walking program called trailblazers exists as well. Once registered, you will be able to check out a pedometer on each visit to track how far you are walking. A reward is given when you reach 30 miles.
I especially like the chalkboard in the sitting area. After walking, you may record any wildlife spotted during your hike.
During my first hike I spotted a black snake. I am not a fan of snakes – I only admire faux snake in the context of fashion. But me and the snake respected each others space, and as long as that happens, I am good.
I am sure snakes have a divine purpose in this life – alligators, roaches and spiders too – I’m just not sure what it is. It will take some time for me to gain true appreciation for their existence.. .and even when and if I do.. .
You stay on your side, I stay on mine.
Thank you very much.

Beautiful waking trail.

This is nature and wildlife preserve that offers about 4 miles of hiking. The learning center, paths, and facilities are very well kept. The terrain is not difficult at all. They offer a lot of support materials so you can find out about what you are seeing and hearing. Bottom line, this is a great place to visit for a return back to your senses after spending time at Orlando’s regular destinations. I was indeed surprised by how close this place actually is to Disney World and everything else.
Best of all, it’s free!
I definitely recommend this preserve if you are looking for some simple hiking a bit off the beaten path.
PS. There are a lot of places to stop along the paths if you need a break or want to bring a bagged lunch with you.

Great walking trails through 440 acres of Florida’s wilderness! I couldn’t believe that this park is just 10 minutes away from Disney World and so close to other Orlando attractions. According to the very knowledgeable and nice people that work in the park, this park has some of the endangered habitats in FL. I didn’t get to see any gators or tortoises on my first visit but did see many birds and even a frog in the woods. I’ll just have to come back to see more.
It’s a great way to get some nature education and fun in the sun. It’s also great for kids with native tortoise enclosures and educational displays inside the Vera Carter Environmental Center where all the trails kick off. There’s also many environmental programs offered for free; including naturist led walks just ask someone in the center or call the park.
Orlando residents/​seasonal residents — there’s a 30 mile challenge program, I just signed up at their office.