- This location is closed until further notice due to effects of Hurricane Helene and other storms in late September.
- For safety and enjoyment, visitors are urged to exercise caution and be mindful of surroundings while utilizing the riverfront recreation areas impacted by Tropical Storm Helene. Please adhere to any posted signage, barriers, or instructions from park staff regarding closed areas or potential hazards. For more tips on exploring outdoor spaces post-Helene, check out this article.
Opened as the city’s center for amusement and outdoor activities in 1925, Recreation Park rests on the banks of the Swannanoa River in a sprawling complex that includes Western North Carolina Nature Center, Azalea Park, and John B. Lewis Soccer Complex.
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Parties and Rentals
Park benches are available on a first come basis. To schedule ongoing use, add elements to the park (such as tents and inflatables), or host a special event, special permits may be required. Please contact Jon Fillman at jfillman@ashevillenc.gov or 828-259-5738.
History
Learn more about the community-guided process to bring the park to life by reading Park Views: Recreation Park.