What we do 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, 10 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. Fall Adult Softball League Registration: July 19 – 30, at avlrec.com Men’s, CoEd and Recreational Leagues Free Agent Opportunities Available! Questions, contact Mikkel at 828-707-2376 or mpatterson@ashevillenc.gov WNC Youth Fall Baseball $75 per player Registration: June 24 – July 27 at avlrec.com Ages: Coach Pitch 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U, Jr League & Sr League Practices begin August 16th Games begin September 7th For more information contact Maria Young myoung2@ashevillenc.gov or 828-251-4026 Are you a Pickleballer? Ever wonder where and when you can play? Just check out this Pickleball Flyer to see where you can play for Free!! 3v3 Youth Basketball Tournament – July 10th & July 11th Ages: 10-12 & 13-14 $10 Per Team (5 Players Max/Double Elimination) Limited Spots Available. Registration: June 4th – July 2nd at avlrec.com Location: Shiloh Sports Complex (Outdoor Courts) 1st Place teams in each division receives a $150 sponsored prize by GrindAVL Coffee Shop! For more information contact Maria Young at myoung2@ashevillenc.gov or 828-251-4026 REC n ROLL IS BACK! Rec n Roll is back on the road and coming to a neighborhood near you! Click here to see the complete schedule. We can’t wait to see you! ConnectParks & Recreation70 Court Plaza, 4th Floor, Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802DirectorRoderick SimmonsPhone828-259-5800Emailparks@ashevillenc.gov 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. Pool and 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. Picnic Shelter Reservations View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation. More Related Services Parks and Recreation News Splasheville is open! Posted on July 27, 2021 by Christy Edwards Asheville Parks & Recreation is excited to announce that Splasheville, Asheville’s interactive splashpad located in Pack Square Park, has reopened to the public! Splasheville has been undergoing a complete rebuild since spring. In addition to replacing the fountain’s infrastructure, including new plumbing, wiring, grating, and tiles, the system has been upgraded with new spray patterns and [...] WNC Nature Center coyote Barney passes away Posted on July 23, 2021 by Polly McDaniel It is with great sadness that the WNC Nature Center announces the passing of one of its most well-known and cherished residents. Beloved coyote Barney passed away July 22. He had been struggling with health issues over the past few months and was not responding to medical treatment. One of the older residents of the Nature [...] Asheville Parks & Recreation announces ribbon cutting for Jake Rusher Park Posted on July 15, 2021July 19, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is pleased to welcome the community to the newly renovated Jake Rusher Park! A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. July 24 followed by fun, games and activities in the park until noon. Extensive community input informed the improvements to the park. The upgrades include new parking, [...] More Parks and Recreation News
Enjoy greenways Explore an interactive map of the City's greenways and learn how to use them for your recreation and transportation enjoyment.
Pool and 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.
Picnic Shelter Reservations View parks and recreation shelters that can be reserved and make a reservation.
Splasheville is open! Posted on July 27, 2021 by Christy Edwards Asheville Parks & Recreation is excited to announce that Splasheville, Asheville’s interactive splashpad located in Pack Square Park, has reopened to the public! Splasheville has been undergoing a complete rebuild since spring. In addition to replacing the fountain’s infrastructure, including new plumbing, wiring, grating, and tiles, the system has been upgraded with new spray patterns and [...]
WNC Nature Center coyote Barney passes away Posted on July 23, 2021 by Polly McDaniel It is with great sadness that the WNC Nature Center announces the passing of one of its most well-known and cherished residents. Beloved coyote Barney passed away July 22. He had been struggling with health issues over the past few months and was not responding to medical treatment. One of the older residents of the Nature [...]
Asheville Parks & Recreation announces ribbon cutting for Jake Rusher Park Posted on July 15, 2021July 19, 2021 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is pleased to welcome the community to the newly renovated Jake Rusher Park! A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. July 24 followed by fun, games and activities in the park until noon. Extensive community input informed the improvements to the park. The upgrades include new parking, [...]