Ballfields
- Carrier Park
- Charlie Bullman Park (3)
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
- McCormick Field
- Montford Complex
- Murphy-Oakley Park
- Ray L. Kisiah Park (4)
- Roger Farmer Memorial Park (3)
- Shiloh Park
- Irby Brinson Athletic Complex (5)
- Walton Street Park
- Weaver Park
- West Asheville Park
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Basketball Courts
- Aston Park (2)
- Burton St. Center (4)
- Carrier Park (2)
- East Asheville Center
- Kenilworth Park
- Lakewood Park
- Magnolia Park
- Montford Complex
- Murphy-Oakley Park
- Recreation Park (3)
- Roger Farmer Park (2)
- Shiloh Park
- Stephens-Lee Center
- W.C. Reid Center
- Walton Street Park
- Weaver Park
- West Asheville Center
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Climbing Wall
The Montford Climbing Wall offers 12 top roped routes and plenty of bouldering to challenge all levels of climbers. A variety of classes and special group packages are available. Located at the Montford Center, 34 Pearson Dr. Contact (828) 253-3714 or montfordr@ashevillenc.gov.
Hours of Operation:
Call for reservations or current hours of operation.
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Disc Golf
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Dog Parks
- Azalea Park / Dog Park
- French Broad River Park / Dog Park
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Fitness Walks
- Amboy Rd. River Park
- Aston Park
- Carrier Park (2)
- French Broad River Greenway
- French Broad River Park
- Haw Creek Park
- Jake Rusher Park
- Malvern Hills Park
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
- Murray Hill Park
- Riverbend Greenway
- Riverbend Park
- Weaver Park
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Golf Course
The Asheville Municipal Golf Course is one of the oldest golf courses in Western North Carolina. The 18-hole golf course designed by Hall of Fame golf architect Donald Ross opened for play in 1927.
As in all of Ross's courses, it was designed to be challenging as well as fun. The par 36 front nine, measuring 3,246 yards from the back tees, features a flat, wide-open course allowing the use of a driver on every hole.
The course is open daily to the general public, weather permitting. Tee times are required. Rental clubs are available. The clubhouse features a pro shop and a concession area. Passholder Tags are available for individuals, families, juniors and seniors.
Go to the Asheville Municiapal Golf course web page here.
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Gyms
- Montford Complex
- Shiloh Center
- Stephens-Lee Center
- W.C. Reid Center
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Lawn Bowling
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Nature Trails
- Carrier Park
- Glenns Creek Greenway
- Haw Creek Park
- Reed Creek Greenway
- Richmond Hill Park
- Seven Spring Park
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Open Play Areas
- Albermarle Park
- Amboy Road River Park
- Aston Park
- Burton Street Center
- Carrier Park
- French Broad River Park
- Grove Park
- Jake Rusher Park
- Kenilworth Park
- Malvern Hills Park
- Meadow Park
- Montford Park
- Mountainside Park
- Murray Hill Park
- Pack Square Park
- Recreation Park
- Richmond Hill Park
- Sunset Park
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Picnic Areas
- Aston Park
- Carrier Park
- East Asheville Center
- French Broad River Park
- Haw Creek Park
- Malvern Hills Park
- Murphy Oakley Park
- Recreation Park
- Riverbend Park
- Weaver Park
- West Asheville Park
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Picnic Shelters
Picnic shelters are located at various City parks throughout Asheville and are free to use on a first-come, first-serve basis unless otherwise permitted for private use.
The following shelters may be reserved in advance by permit at a cost of $30 for four hours, and $5 for each additional hour except where noted below. City of Asheville Parks & Picnic Shelters are open during daylight hours, generally as early as 6 a.m. and remaining open no later than 10 p.m., seven days a week. Please note that many restrooms at City of Asheville Parks are closed during winter months (November – April) to protect water lines from damage by freezing temperatures. To check availability or select a location based on specific criteria, visit us online at: webtrac (Webtrac reservations require a full day reservation calculated at the hourly rate for all hours within the day.)
There are 3 Ways to Reserve a Shelter - Online, In Person or by Mail:
- Apply online at: webtrac (Webtrac reservations require a full day reservation calculated at the hourly rate for all hours within the day.)
- Apply in person (or to check availability and/or get assistance):
City of Asheville, Development Services Center
(Public Works Building)
161 S. Charlotte Street,Asheville, NC 28801
Office Hours: 7:30am – 5:30pm (Monday – Thursday)
Phone: 828-259-5738
- Apply by mail:
Download: Application for Permit - City of Asheville Park Shelters
Include check or money order payable to: City of Asheville
City of Asheville, Development Services Center
Attention: Jon Fillman
P.O. Box 7148
Asheville, NC 28802
West Asheville
- Carrier Park Corporate Shelter - Permit Fee: $100 per 3 hour interval
220 Amboy Rd.
Asheville, NC 28806
- French Broad River Park Gazebo
508 Riverview
Asheville, NC 28806
- Malvern Hills Park Shelter
75 Rumbough Pl.
Asheville, NC 28806
- West Asheville Park Shelter
11 Vermont Ave. Ext.
Asheville, NC 28806
East Asheville
- Azalea Park Shelters 2 & 3
498 Azalea Rd. East
Asheville, NC 28805
- Haw Creek Park Shelter
40 Avon Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
- Murphy-Oakley Park Shelter
715 Fairview Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
- Recreation Park Shelters 1 & 2 & Gazebo Pavilion
69 Gashes Creek Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
Central Asheville
- Walton Street Park Shelter
570 Oakland Rd.
Asheville, NC 28801
North Asheville
- Weaver Park Shelter
200 Murdock Ave.
Asheville, NC 28804
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Playgrounds
- Aston Park
- Azalea Park
- Burton Street CEnter
- Carrier Park
- East Asheville Center
- French Broad River Park
- Haw Creek Park
- Herb Watts Park
- Jake Rusher Park
- Kenilworth Park
- Lakewood Park
- Magnolia Park
- Malvern Hills Park
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
- Mountainside Park
- Murphy-Oakley Park
- Recreation Park
- Shiloh Park
- Stephens-Lee Center
- Walton Street Park
- Weaver Park
- West Asheville Park
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Shuffleboard Courts
Soccer Fields
- Azalea Park (4)
- Carrier Park
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
- Memorial Stadium
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Splasheville
Splasheville, the interactive fountain in Pack Square Park, opened for the season on April 12, 2012.
Typical operating hours for Splasheville are 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., seven days a week.
Pack Square Pavilion is now open to the public!
The pavilion offers restrooms and drinking fountains for visitors to Pack Square Park.
Pavilion Hours:
9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
7 days a week
April 1st to November 1st
Swimming Pools
Three outdoor pools are open June through mid-August and offer relief from the heat at Recreation Park, Malvern Hills Park and Walton Street Park. A variety of swim lessons, water games and exercise classes are available. Pools are located in parks adjacent to picnic areas, tennis courts, playgrounds, walking trails and ball fields.
Recreation Park - (828) 298-0880
May 27, Memorial Day: 12-6 pm
June 1-2: Saturday & Sunday 12-6 pm
June 8-August 18: Sat. 11-6 pm, Sunnday 1-6 pm, Monday - Friday, 12-6 pm
August 24-September 1: Saturday & Sunday Only 12-6 pm
September 2, Labor Day: 12-6 pm
Lap Swim – Two lanes provided everyday
Recreation Park Pool will be closed to the general public Wednesday, July 10.
Malvern Hills - (828) 253-1164
June 8 - August 11: Saturday 11-6 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm, Monday - Friday 12-7 pm
Walton Street - (828) 253-1143
June 8 - August 11: Saturday 11-6 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm, Monday - Friday 12-7 pm
Pool Fees
General Admission: $3
15 visit pass: $40
Individual Season Pass: $100
Family Season Pass: $150 (5 persons)
Events & Programs
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Memorial Day Pool-A-Palooza– May 27, 12-6 pm
- $1 Dip Days-Malvern Hills Jun. 16, July 7, Aug. 11
- $1 Dip Days-Rec Park June 23, July 21, Aug. 18
- Labor Day-Last Chance to Splash– Mon. Sept. 2
Water Aerobics at Malvern Hills
TBA 6-7 pm $1 per class
FREE Swimming Lessons
1st Session: Registration Monday June 10, 11:00 am, at pool of choice
Class Dates: June 17-June 27 Mon-Thurs.
2nd Session : Registration Monday July 8, 11:00 am, at pool of choice
Class Dates: July 15-25 Mon-Thurs.
Lesson Times:
- Recreation Park / 10 am-10:45 am, 11 am-11:45 am
- Malvern Hills / 9am-9:45 am, 10 am-10:45 am, 11 am-11:45 am
- Walton Street / 5:30-6:15 pm
All lessons are provided free of charge
Guard Start Program
Guard Start program is for youth ages 11-14 years old. The program prepares participants to gain leadership, & guarding, along with learning Adult CPR.
Program site, & dates TBA, Mon-Fri., 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Cost: $40 class/$10 text book
Pool Fees
General Admission: $3
15 visit pass: $40
Individual Season Pass: $100
Family Season Pass: $150 (4 persons)
For More Information
Prior to Season Opening: Candy Hensley Shaw, 259-5800, or 552-1889
After Pools Open: Contact the pool of choice for more information.
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Tennis Courts
- Aston Park Tennis Center - 12 lighted Har Tru Fast Dry clay courts
- Choctaw Street Park - 2 tennis courts
- Kenilworth Park - 2 tennis courts
- Livingston Street Park - 2 tennis courts
- Malvern Hills Park - 2lighted tennis courts
- Montford Complex - 2lighted tennis courts
- Murphy-Oakley Park - 3 tennis courts
- Shiloh Complex - 1tennis courts
- Weaver Park - 2 tennis courts
- West Asheville Park - 2tennis courts
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Velodrome
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Volleyball
- Carrier Park
- Jake Rusher Park
- Recreation Park
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