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Explore All That Park and Recreation Has to Offer

Follow UsWhether you are a newcomer, a native Charlottean or have lived here long enough to put down roots, you will be amazed at all the Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department has to offer.

Over 21,000 acres and 210 parks and facilities range from large to small and contain nearly every type of recreational amenity. These include Recreation Centers, Nature Centers and Senior Centers offering tens of thousands of recreational, educational and nature-based programs, to special events, access to three lakes, world-class swimming facilities and golf courses. Whether you want to attend a live music event in uptown Charlotte at Romare Bearden Park, or explore the outdoors at a remote Nature Preserve, Park and Recreation has something for you!

Below is a snapshot of offerings with a map on the reverse side showing our major facilities. To learn more about Park and Recreation and all that we have to offer, check out our website at www.parkandrec.com

5 BOAT LAUNCH AREAS

5 POOLS

14 FISHING PIERS

6 DOG PARKS

7 FITNESS CENTERS

16COMMUNITY GARDENSAND 405 GARDEN PLOTS

3 NATURE CENTERS

14 DISC GOLF COURSES

5 GOLFCOURSES

3SENIOR CENTERS

7 SPRAYGROUNDS

210+ PARKS AND FACILITIES

152 PICNIC SHELTERS AND PAVILIONS

149 TENNIS COURTS

44 VOLLEYBALL COURTS

21 GYMNASIUMS

109 BASKETBALL COURTS

190 PLAYGROUNDS

250 ATHLETIC FIELDS

18 RECREATION CENTERS

240 MILES OF TRAILS

21,000+ ACRES OF PARKLAND

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Parks Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation

5841 Brookshire Blvd • Charlotte, NC 28216Tel 980-314-1000

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With over 21,000 acres, 200+ parks, 250 athletic fields, 240 miles of trails, 190 playgrounds, 152 picnic shelters and countless other recreational amenities, you are sure to find something active and fun to do nearby! Here is some information on popular things to do and unique places to visit.

Community GardensDon’t have a space to garden at home? We have you covered! Over 405 garden plots are available at 16 different gardens throughout the park system. For more details, call 980-202-1449.

Disc GolfDiscover the popularity of this sport at 14 courses throughout county parks. Courses are free to play and offer various skill levels. The department also offers clinics and lessons.

FishingGrab the rod and reel and head to a nearby park or nature preserve. With over 27 miles of shoreline on three lakes and numerous ponds and fishing piers, it won’t take you too long to find your favorite spot. Lakeshore parks include Jetton, Ramsey and Blythe Landing parks on Lake Norman, as well as Latta Plantation Nature Preserve on Mountain Island Lake and McDowell Nature Preserve on Lake Wylie. Fishing ponds can be found in Colonel Beatty, Freedom, Hornet’s Nest, Park Road and Reedy Creek Parks. All state regulations must be followed when fishing.

Skate ParksSkate parks are perfect for in-line skaters, skateboarders, plus BMX bikers. Grayson SkatePark features a flow/ street course complete with banks, transitions, corners and ledges. The almost 13,000 square foot facility boasts something for everyone – from beginner to extreme. The street course provides a variety of elements featuring banks, transitions, corners, rails and ledges. A multi-bowl ranging from 5 1/2 to 10 1/2 feet deep caters to the experienced bowl/vert crowd.

SpraygroundsOutdoor spraygrounds are a great way to beat the heat in the summer. Bring the bathing suits and sunscreen and enjoy the day. Most have nearby shelters or picnic areas as well. Spraygrounds or water features to play in can be found at: Romare Bearden and First Ward Parks in uptown, Cordelia Park, Latta Park, Nevin Park, West Charlotte Park and the Capitan Jack area on Little Sugar Creek Greenway. More are planned.

Hours of OperationParks are open sunrise to sunset. Park gates will be open by 7:30 am. Parks with lighted facilities such as ball fields and tennis courts will remain open while reserved or in use but must close by 10:30 pm.

For a comprehensive look into what Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has to offer, check out the website at www.parkandrec.com.

Better yet, visit a park with family and friends!

PlaygroundsWith over 190 playgrounds in all shapes and sizes, children (and adults!) can experience non-stop play. Some of our favorite and most unique playgrounds include the Play60 Course at Freedom Park, the Play60 Challenge Course at Hornet’s Nest, the Nature Explorer Zone at Reedy Creek Park (next to the nature center) and the Rayce Playce playground at Nevin Park.

Dog ParksWith six popular dog parks and more planned, you and your pooch are sure to have a great time. Each dog park has both large and small dog enclosures, where the dogs and can run free unleashed. Dogs and owners need to follow all posted rules and please remember, dogs must meet all guidelines and maintain current vaccinations to utilize the off-leash areas.

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Public Golf Facilities Make tee times at: www.charlottettimes.com

Charles T. Myers Golf Course • 7817 Harrisburg Rd18-Hole Course, Chipping/Putting Green, Driving Range

Dr. Charles L. Sifford Golf Course at Revolution Park1225 Remount Rd9-Hole Regulation Course, Chipping/Putting Green, Practice Area

Golf Depot • 10401 Cadillac StChipping/Putting Greens, Driving Range, Lighted Open and Covered Tees

Renaissance Park Golf Course • 1525 Tyvola Rd18-Hole Course, Chipping/Putting Green, Driving Range

Sunset Hills Golf Course • 800 Radio Rd18-Hole Course, Driving Range, Par 3 Learners Course

The Tradition Golf Club • 3800 Prosperity Church Rd18-Hole Course, Chipping/Putting Greens, Driving Range

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department • Recreate All Year • www.parkandrec.com

The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department is home to 210 parks and facilities located on more than 21,000+ acres of parkland throughout Mecklenburg County. Parks in Mecklenburg County come in all shapes and sizes ranging from small neighborhood parks to large district parks. This map is only a sample of what Park and Recreation offers. For more information on these parks or the other 115 neighborhood parks, nature preserves, recreation centers or greenways, visit www.parkandrec.com

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Community & Regional ParksBerewick Park • 5910 Dixie River RdBaseball/Softball, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Walking Trail

Camp Greene Park • 1221 Alleghany StBasketball (12 Lighted Outdoor + 1 Covered Court), Walking Trails

Colonel Francis Beatty Park • 4330 Weddington RdBasketball, Canoe/Kayak Launch, Fishing, Lake, Mountain Biking, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Softball, Tennis, Wedding Pagoda, Reception Hall

Clanton Park • 1520 Clanton RdBasketball, Greenway, Indoor Shelter, Multi-purpose Fields, Playground, Softball

Elon Park • 11401 Ardrey Kell RdDisc Golf, Fishing, Multi-purpose Fields, Recreation Center, Walking Trails

First Ward Park • 301 E Seventh StFormal Gardens, Fountain, Indoor Pavilion, Large Open Lawn, Playground, Sprayground

Flat Branch Park • 11830 Tom Short RdSoccer

Freedom Park • 1900 East BlvdAmphitheater, Baseball, Basketball, Fishing, Greenway, Indoor Pavilion, Multi-purpose Fields, Nature Museum, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Sand Volleyball, Tennis

Friendship Sportsplex • 2310 Cindy LnPlayground, Picnic Shelter, Softball

Frazier Park • 1201 West 4th StBasketball, Dog Park, Greenway, Multi-purpose Field, Tennis, “Our Children’s Memorial” Walkway

Hornet's Nest Park • 6301 Beatties Ford RdBasketball, BMX Track, Disc Golf, Fishing, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Softball Complex, Tennis

Idlewild Road Park • 10512 Idlewild RdDisc Golf, Fishing, Horseshoes, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Softball, Walking Trails

Independence Park • 300 Hawthorne LnBaseball, Basketball, Formal Gardens, Multi-purpose Field, Picnic Shelter, Tennis, Volleyball, Walking Trails

Jetton Park • 19000 Jetton RdFishing, Indoor Shelter, Mountain Biking, Picnic Decks, Playground, Tennis, Walking Trails, Wedding/Reception Rentals

Kilborne Park • 2600 Kilborne DrDisc Golf, Multi-purpose Field, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Tennis, Walking Trails

Mallard Creek Community Park • 3001 Johnston-Oehler RdMulti-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Recreation Center, Softball Complex

Mason Wallace Park • 7301 Monroe RdBasketball, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Area, Playground, Softball, Tennis

McAlpine Creek Park • 8711 Monroe RdCross County Course, Dog Park, Fishing, Greenway, Picnic Area,Soccer, Walking Trails

Mecklenburg County Sportsplex • 1505 Tank Town RdMulti-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Volleyball, Walking Trails

Nevin Community Park • 6000 Statesville RdBocce, Disc Golf, Horseshoes, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Softball Complex, Sprayground, Walking Trails

North Mecklenburg Park • 16131 Old Statesville Rd, HuntersvilleBaseball/Softball, Basketball, Biking/Walking Trails, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Tennis

Park Road Park • 6220 Park Rd Basketball, Fishing, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Softball Complex, Tennis

Ramblewood Park • 10200 Nations Ford RdBasketball, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Soccer, Softball

Ramsey Creek Park • 18441 Nantz RdBoat Launch, Dog Park, Fishing, Playground, Swimming Beach, Walking Trails

Reedy Creek Park • 2900 Rocky River RdBasketball, Disc Golf, Dog Park, Fishing, Indoor Shelter, Multi-purpose Field, Nature Center, Picnic Shelters, Playgrounds, Softball, Volleyball, Walking/Hiking Trails

Renaissance Park • 1200 West Tyvola RdDisc Golf, Mountain Biking, Picnic Shelter, Sand Volleyball, Tennis

Revolution Park • 2425 Barringer Dr Baseball, Basketball, Golf Course, Multi-purpose Field, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Recreation Center

Robert C. Bradford Park • 17005 Davidson-Concord RdBaseball, Disc Golf, Picnic Areas, Playground

Robert L Smith Park • 1604 Little Rock RdDisc Golf, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Walking Trail

Romare Bearden Park • 300 South Church StFormal Gardens, Large Open Lawns, Play Area, Water Feature

Shuffletown Park • 9500 Bellhaven BlvdDog Park, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelter, Softball, Volleyball

Sugaw Creek Park • 943 West Sugar Creek RdBasketball, Disc Golf, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelters, Playground,Recreation Center, Softball, Tennis

Thomas McAlister Winget Park • 12025 Winget RdBasketball, Disc Golf, Horseshoes, Multi-purpose Fields, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Sand Volleyball Softball, Walking Trails

William R. Davie Park • 4635 Pineville-Matthews RdBasketball, Horseshoes, Indoor Shelter, Lake, Multi-purpose Fields, Playground, Soccer, Volleyball

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