Parks

Abby Wambach Park

4501 SW 20th Ave, 32607

Sports lovers will want to take advantage of the many and varied playing fields in this spacious park. Dog owners will love the off-leash dog parks for their pets. Picnic tables and grills are also available for gatherings.

Tagged as: , Off-Leash Dog Area, Recreation and Play

Haisley Lynch Park

450 S. Main St, 32601

This neighborhood park includes a fenced, off-leash dog area for your furry friends. Children will enjoy the playground and adults can take a break on park benches.

Tagged as: , Off-Leash Dog Area, Recreation and Play

Temporary Closure : Haisley Lynch Park is temporarily closed for maintenance.

Possum Creek Park

4009 NW 53rd Ave, 32653

Possum Creek Park features a lit skate park, multi-purpose recreation fields, and a dog park. Children of all ages will enjoy the playground and the picnic pavilion. A jogging trail encircles the main field, and scenic nature trails run through the flourishing forest.

Tagged as: , Nature, Skate Parks, Off-Leash Dog Area, Recreation and Play

Smokey Bear Park

2300 NE 15th St, 32609

This shady park with a Smokey the Bear theme will delight visitors of all ages. From the bear-themed playground to the quarter-mile walking trail, guests will enjoy taking in the great outdoors in this city park. Pet owners will enjoy the off-leash dog park.

Tagged as: , Off-Leash Dog Area, Recreation and Play

Tom Petty Park

501 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Formerly known as Northeast Park, Tom Petty Park was renamed after the prominent rock musician in 2018. Sports enthusiasts will find plenty to do in this city park.

Tagged as: , Off-Leash Dog Area, Recreation and Play

Announcement : All irrigation that is occurring at Tom Petty Park is within compliance with the St. Johns River Water Management District requirements for establishment of new landscaping or for maintenance of sports fields. The city is regularly reminding staff and vendors of the irrigation restrictions. Conservation of our water resources is a city value.