Parks

29th Road Nature Park

1502 NW 29th Road, Gainesville 32605

This park is located in the upper Hogtown Creek basin. Bicycle paths and nature trails feature wildlife and bird watching opportunities.

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Albert "Ray" Massey Park

1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville 32605

Albert "Ray" Massey Park is a hub of activity in NW Gainesville. It includes a beautiful park, racquetball, tennis, and basketball courts, baseball and softball fields, playground and 1.5 miles of shaded trails. The property also includes a community center and pool.

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Temporary Closure : The Albert “Ray” Massey Park (1001 NW 34th St.) will be temporarily closed the morning of Thursday, March 12 for a water line repair. During this time, water service will be unavailable throughout the park, including the recreation center, restrooms, swimming pool and tennis courts. Water service is expected to be restored by late morning. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Alfred A. Ring Nature Park

1801 NW 23rd Blvd., Gainesville 32605

Savor Nature in all of her glory as you traverse over a mile of trails winding through the forest, tracing the course of Hogtown Creek. Amenities include a playground and a pavilion with picnic tables.

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Bivens Arm Nature Park

3650 S. Main Street, Gainesville 32608

Refreshed boardwalks and overlooks, new hiking trails and modern playground equipment welcome our visitors to one of Gainesville’s oldest nature parks. Scenic views abound.

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Boulware Springs Nature Park

3300 SE 15th St, Gainesville 32641

Cyclists, horseback riders and hikers, alike, will enjoy this Boulware Springs trailhead for the 17-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail. Picnic tables, grills and restrooms are an added plus for our many visitors to Boulware Springs Nature Park.

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Broken Arrow Bluff Nature Park

5724 SW 46th Place, Gainesville 32608

Nestled between the beauty of Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and the sweeping vistas of Lake Kanapaha, Broken Arrow Bluff Nature Park provides a glimpse of Florida’s natural beauty.

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Clear Lake Nature Park

5480 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville 32607

This park borders the extensive wetlands of Sugarfoot Prairie. Hikers and cyclists may venture down quiet trails tucked under ancient live oaks. This park provides a serene backdrop for local wildlife.

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Cofrin Nature Park

4810 NW Eighth Ave., Gainesville 32605

In the heart of urbanized west Gainesville, Cofrin Nature Park features a half-mile long hiking trail, tennis court, playground and pavilion.

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Colclough Pond Nature Park

2315 S Main St, Gainesville 32601

A short, shaded walking trail leads to Colclough (pronounced Coke-lee) Pond where visitors can enjoy bank fishing and birdwatching.

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Depot Park

874 SE Fourth Street, Gainesville 32601

Depot Park, located in downtown Gainesville, provides a variety of outdoor activities and is the most visited and most visible public space in Gainesville. Visit the Blue Grotto splash pad, picnic in the pavilion, or take a walk around the water’s edge on our promenade. You may also choose to follow the path through the conservation area or just relax in our open green space.

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