What we do Parks Notice Notice: Parks Department Operations Update on June 29, 2020 Parks & Greenways: All City of Asheville parks are open, including dog parks, outdoor courts, fields, boat accesses, and the Azalea fishing pond. Playgrounds and all buildings located in parks, including restrooms remain closed. Picnic shelter reservations are currently not available. Group gatherings are limited to 25 people outdoors and everyone should be sure to follow guidelines regarding physical distancing. Effective 6/26/20, face coverings are required in public spaces for ages 12 and older. Programs: While Asheville Parks & Recreation’s traditional summer programs and camps will not be offered this season, a variety of alternative programs are being developed. We’re rolling out our innovative mobile recreation program called Rec N Roll, a virtual summer camp, and other new programs! Scheduling and more information to come soon! Community and Recreation Centers: Community centers and recreation centers remain closed until further notice. WNC Nature Center: The WNC Nature Center remains closed until further notice. Aston Park Tennis Center: A limited number of courts are open at Aston Park Tennis Center between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The clubhouse, including restrooms and the pro shop, will remain closed and staff will not be onsite. Asheville Municipal Golf Course: The Asheville Municipal Golf Course is open with additional measures in place to comply with State and County physical distancing requirements. Riverside Cemetery: Riverside Cemetery is open, with funeral services and visitations limited to 50 people. Pools & Splasheville: All three pools located at Recreation Park, Malvern Hills Park and Walton Street Park and Splasheville in Pack Square Park will remain closed this season. Click here for a copy of the latest press release regarding summer programs. We will continue to evaluate park operations as conditions change and will post updates here and on the Department Facebook page at www.facebook.com/APRCA Open spaces, parks and recreation provide opportunities for living, learning and leading a full and productive life. Parks and recreation benefit individuals and neighborhoods while having a positive impact on economic growth and environmental preservation. The Asheville Parks & Recreation Department maintains 54 public parks, 6 miles of greenways, 11 community centers, numerous programs for youth, seniors and outdoor enthusiasts, a comprehensive athletics program, and many facilities that provide resources for a range of activities. ConnectParks & Recreation70 Court Plaza, 4th Floor, Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802Business HoursMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.DirectorRoderick SimmonsPhone828-259-5800 Related Services Register for programming Register for parks & recreation programming such as camps and activities for children, teens, and adults. 5 Services Athletics Information about athletics programs offered by the City of Asheville. Enjoy greenways Explore an interactive map of the City's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment. Find a pool or Splasheville information Hours and information about pools and Splashville, Asheville's interactive splash play fountain. Find a park, playground, or recreation center Find parks and facilities near you. Search by location or amenity, or view a list of centers and parks. Community events Find upcoming camps, events, and programs and reserve a spot when space is limited. Reserve a picnic shelter View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation. More Related Services Parks and Recreation News City of Asheville announces Fourth of July holiday schedule Posted on July 1, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, which is on a Saturday this year, City of Asheville offices will be closed July 3. ART bus service will operate on a reduced holiday schedule July 4. The Fourth of July holiday is one of six holidays throughout the calendar year that ART offers bus service. For [...] Fire damages affordable housing construction site and Aston Park Tennis Center Posted on June 19, 2020 by Polly McDaniel On June 19, there was a fire at 360 Hilliard Ave. The location is the site of an affordable housing development under construction and slated to open later this year. In June 2019, Asheville City Council voted to sell the land in support of an affordable housing mixed-income residential development. 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Enjoy greenways Explore an interactive map of the City's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment.
Find a pool or Splasheville information Hours and information about pools and Splashville, Asheville's interactive splash play fountain.
Find a park, playground, or recreation center Find parks and facilities near you. Search by location or amenity, or view a list of centers and parks.
Reserve a picnic shelter View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation.
City of Asheville announces Fourth of July holiday schedule Posted on July 1, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, which is on a Saturday this year, City of Asheville offices will be closed July 3. ART bus service will operate on a reduced holiday schedule July 4. The Fourth of July holiday is one of six holidays throughout the calendar year that ART offers bus service. For [...]
Fire damages affordable housing construction site and Aston Park Tennis Center Posted on June 19, 2020 by Polly McDaniel On June 19, there was a fire at 360 Hilliard Ave. The location is the site of an affordable housing development under construction and slated to open later this year. In June 2019, Asheville City Council voted to sell the land in support of an affordable housing mixed-income residential development. Local developer Kassinger Development Group [...]
Asheville Parks & Recreation rolls out innovative 2020 summer programming Posted on June 16, 2020 by Polly McDaniel The City of Asheville, in partnership with Buncombe County, continues to take proactive steps to keep our community safe and healthy during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. After reviewing guidelines from the CDC and State and local public health officials and the State’s preliminary plans for phased reopening, Asheville Parks & Recreation staff have made the difficult [...]