Parks & Recreation in Lakeland, FL.
The City of Lakeland has developed a wonderful set of parks over the years. Many of the City’s parks are located in the or near the historic downtown center. Lakeland is unique in that some of the most dramatic and well-used parks are the waterfront parks. The parks which feature a variety of amenities including scenic vistas, ornamental gardens, picnic pavilions, playgrounds, sports fields, boating and much more!
Click on a pointer on the map below to explore the various points of interest in our community, or click on the name of an attraction in the list at the bottom for more information.
Adair Park
Adair Park is located on Lakeland Hills Boulevard, adjacent to Lakeland Regional Hospital & historic Henley Field. Adair Park spans nearly 11 acres and features: 9,000 square foot Skate Park 2 l.. More
Barnett Family Park
Another treasure off of the shores of Lake Mirror is Barnett Family Park. Barnett Family Park is adjacent to Hollis Gardens & the Lake Mirror Promenade. Together these 3 unique places form a singularl.. More
Beerman Family Tennis Center At Edgewood
Veteran’s Park (more commonly known as Edgewood Tennis Courts by locals) was dedicated as The Beerman Family Tennis Center on June 18th, 2004. This honor was bestowed upon the Beerman Family in honor .. More
Bonny Park
Lake Bonny Park is located directly across from Lakeland High School (Home of the State Champion Dreadnaughts!) off of Highway 98 South. It is situated on Lake Bonny & spans well over 113 acres. Its c.. More
Common Ground Park
CommonGround, Polk County’s first "inclusive play experience." Children of varying abilities and disabilities will be able to play together side by side in a play environment. The park itself will be .. More
Dobbins Park
Dobbins Park is located on Ariana Street in the Dixieland Historic District & adjacent to Dixieland Elementary. It is a family park with varied activities for all ages. Dobbins Park spans 10.1 acres. .. More
Hollis Garden
Hollis Garden is a formal 1.2 acre botanical garden donated to the City by the Hollis Family. The garden is located on historic Lake Mirror accessible from the Lake Mirror Promenade or Orange Street. .. More
Hunt Fountain Park
A large public park in North Lakeland centered on community sports & other recreational activities. The site features: Baseball fields Football fields Tennis courts Basketball courts Playground.. More
Kelly Recreation Complex
This beautiful multi-purpose recreation facility features eight lighted tennis courts, separate men’s and women’s fitness rooms, and a 12,000 square-foot gymnasium which easily houses two full sized b.. More
Kryger Overlook Park
Yet another gem on the Lake Mirror shoreline is the Allen Kryger Overlook Park, which is north of the Lake Mirror Tower parking garage and south of Main Street in Lakeland. The park is a tribute to Al.. More
Lake Kissimmee State Park
Lake Kissimmee State Park is located off S.R. 60, 15 miles east of Lake Wales and is open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year. Lake Kissimmee State Park is an amazing place where you can see .. More
Lake Parker & Lake Parker Parks
Lake Parker Park spans 100.5 acres of native Florida vegetation. The park is located on Lake Parker, which is approximately 2,181 acres, and is the largest lake in the city of Lakeland. In total Lake.. More
Loyce E. Harpe Park
Loyce E. Harpe Park, formerly known as Carter Road Park, is off of Carter Rd in South Lakeland. The park includes softball fields, Little League baseball fields, and soccer fields.There is also numero.. More
Munn Park
Munn Park is a quaint oasis in the very middle of Historic Downtown Lakeland. The “town square” setting lends itself well to local residents’ leisure activities. At any given time you will find a busi.. More
Peterson Park
Peterson Park is located in South Lakeland, just off of Cleveland Heights Boulevard, and behind the YMCA. The park is located on the shores of Lake John where a public ramp is available for boating en.. More
Saddle Creek Park
Saddle Creek Park is located in Polk County, between Lakeland & Winter Haven. It is one of Central Florida’s largest parks, spanning a whopping 750+ acres. The park’s history is very interesting, in t.. More
Simpson Park Community Center
1725 Martin Luther King Ave. Lakeland, FL 33805 (863)834-2577 Facility Hours Monday-Friday 6:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm This gorgeous recreation.. More
Woodlake Park & Tennis Courts
Located on New Jersey Road, Woodlake Park is a popular alternative to the Lakeland Tennis Courts, which are located a short distance away on Edgewood Drive. Offering an abundance of free local tennis .. More
- (A) Adair Park
- (B) Barnett Family Park
- (C) Beerman Family Tennis Center At Edgewood
- (D) Bonny Park
- (E) Common Ground Park
- (F) Dobbins Park
- (G) Hollis Garden
- (H) Hunt Fountain Park
- (I) Kelly Recreation Complex
- (J) Kryger Overlook Park
- (K) Lake Kissimmee State Park
- (L) Lake Parker & Lake Parker Parks
- (M) Loyce E. Harpe Park
- (N) Munn Park
- (O) Peterson Park
- (P) Saddle Creek Park
- (Q) Simpson Park Community Center
- (R) Woodlake Park & Tennis Courts