Just east of Orlando amongst downtown Winter Park lies the Winter Park chain of lakes. This chain covers 2,781 acres and includes Lake Virginia, Lake Osceola, Lake Maitland, Lake Mizell, and Lake Minneola. These 5 lakes are all interconnected with deep, narrow channels, allowing for navigation between lakes.

These lakes are an extremely popular destination both for water skiers and pontoon boats, but that does not mean the fish aren't biting. Lake Maitland is a great spot to hook into a largemouth bass, while Lake Virginia and provides a great outlet for schools of crappie and sunshine bass.

Public access is available at a ramp located behind Rollins College. The double lane paved ramp is at Dinky Dock Park, located on Ollie Street just off of E Fairbanks Avenue. The park features a sandy beach, barbeque grills, a fishing dock, and bathrooms. In order to maintain that the Winter Park lakes don't become too frenzied, a ramp use permit must be acquired from the City of Maitland or the City of Winter Park.