Kiwanis Challenge Park 2062 NW 36th Avenue, Gainesville 32605 Kiwanis Challenge Park was founded by the Kiwanis of Gainesville and offers a play structure specially designed to be accessible for kids in wheelchairs. Take advantage of the basketball courts, track and a large grassy playing field. Tagged as: , Recreation and Play
Fred Cone Park 2801 E University Ave, Gainesville 32641 Runners will love the 8-lane, 440-meter, rubberized track and additional areas for field events. Play basketball on our two basketball courts. Gather in the picnic area, complete with grills and a pavilion. The kids can play on the colorful playground. Tagged as: , Recreation and Play
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. Tagged as: , Nature, Heritage and Culture , Recreation and Play
Citizens Field 1000 NE Waldo Rd Map, Gainesville 32601 Citizens Field, located at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Complex, is home to many area high school sports teams. High School football games and soccer matches draw excited crowds each season. A variety of events are also held in this community space. For use or rental information, please contact Alachua County Public Schools at (352)955-7035. Tagged as: , Recreation and Play
Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park & Nature Center 1500 NW 45th Avenue, Gainesville 32605 From former pinelands and majestic, upland mixed forest to shady fern-covered wetlands where water slowly seeps from the ground to form the beginnings of Hogtown Creek, this 82-acre park protects a variety of natural habitats. Tagged as: , Nature, Heritage and Culture , Recreation and Play
Woodlawn Park 1900 SE 4 St, Gainesville 32641 Neighborhood playground located next to the Boys and Girls Club. The brand new equipment includes two rock walls, swings, slides, multiple climbing structures and more. Tagged as: , Recreation and Play
Smokey Bear Park 2300 NE 15th St, Gainesville 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
San Felasco Nature Park 6400 NW 43rd Way, Gainesville 32653 This beautiful, forested oasis lies at Gainesville’s northern edge. Encounter songbirds and towering pines. Delight in the fields of wildflowers. Hike serene trails and boardwalks that lead you through flatwoods and cypress swamps. Tagged as: , Nature, Recreation and Play
Unity Park 1700 NE 31st, Gainesville 32609 Renovated in 2021, Unity Park features new playground equipment and play areas plus two basketball courts, tennis courts, picnic tables, a pavilion and grills. You will also find a walking loop with fitness stations and a community garden. Tagged as: , Recreation and Play
Cedar Grove Park 1201 NE 22nd St, Gainesville 32601 This grassy neighborhood park will entertain your kids with its large, sail-shaded playground with plenty to climb, slide, swing, and play on! Tagged as: , Recreation and Play