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.

Tagged as: , Nature

A.N.N.E. Park

6310 NW 28th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32653

This neighborhood park features a shady playground, picnic areas and a basketball court.

Tagged as: , Recreation and Play

Abby Wambach Park

4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL 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

Albert "Ray" Massey Park

1001 NW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 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.

Tagged as: , Nature, Skate Parks, Recreation and Play , Community Center, Swimming Pool

Announcement : The playground will be temporarily closed for cleaning in the evenings of Thursday, Oct. 29 and Friday, Oct. 30 starting at 7 p.m.

Effective Aug. 7, 2026: Table Tennis is cancelled until further notice. Please check back for more information.

Alfred A. Ring Nature Park

1801 NW 23rd Blvd., Gainesville, FL 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.

Tagged as: , Nature

Announcement : The wildflower garden at Alfred A. Ring Park will be closed for renovation starting Monday, Nov. 9. Construction is anticipated to be completed in January 2027. During construction, the main pathway by the wildflower garden will be closed. Learn more: GainesvilleFL.gov/WSPPCurrent

Andrew R. Mickle Sr. Pool

1717 SE 15th Street, Gainesville, FL 32641

Have fun in the sun at this aquatics center! The pool includes two diving boards, seven short-course lap lanes, pool climbing wall and more!

Tagged as: , Swimming Pool

Barbara Higgins Park

1352 SE 2nd St, Gainesville 32601

Barbara Higgins Park offers a pavilion, picnic tables and grills for get-togethers and there is a playground for the kids.

Tagged as: , Recreation and Play

Bivens Arm Nature Park

3650 S. Main Street, Gainesville, FL 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.

Tagged as: , Nature

Temporary Closure : Bivens Arm Nature Park will be closing July 6, 2026 as we begin an exciting restoration project. The marsh will undergo an important habitat restoration and our boardwalks will be replaced to enhance your future visits. We anticipate reopening in April 2027, better than ever!

Thank you for your patience while we work to make the park an even more refreshing natural space for everyone.

Boulware Springs Nature Park

3300 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 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.

Tagged as: , Nature

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.

Tagged as: , Nature