What we do PARKS OPERATIONS UPDATE (3/27/20): In compliance with the Stay Home – Stay Safe emergency declaration issued by Buncombe County, all City of Asheville parks are closed until further notice, including all dog parks, playgrounds and outdoor courts. All greenways and walking trails will remain open. Be sure to follow recommended guidelines regarding social distancing. Please note the parking lot for Hominy Creek Greenway is closed. All community centers and recreation centers remain closed until further notice, including the WNC Nature Center, Asheville Municipal Golf Course and Aston Park Tennis Center. All Asheville Parks & Recreation programs are cancelled. We will evaluate reopening of parks on a daily basis as conditions change and will post updates here. Visit this page for a copy of the complete press release. 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 parks close as part of Stay Home, Stay Safe declaration Posted on March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In compliance with the Stay Home, Stay Safe declaration issued by Buncombe County on March 25, effective immediately all City of Asheville parks, including dog parks, playgrounds, and outdoor courts, are closed until further notice. Failure to comply with the Buncombe County Stay Home/Stay Safe declaration is punishable as a Class [...] Register now for Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition Posted on March 4, 2020March 3, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is proud to present the 2020 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition, in partnership with the YMCA and Black Mountain Parks & Recreation. Winners in each event qualify for the North Carolina State Games and winners at the state level qualify for the National Games. Senior Games events include archery, pickleball, tennis, [...] Spend spring break with Asheville Parks & Recreation Posted on March 2, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Registration is open now for Asheville Parks & Recreation spring break camps. Here is a look at the variety of selection. Spring Break Basketball Camp April 6-10 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Location: Linwood Crump Shiloh Center Fee: $25, and it includes a T-shirt. This basketball camp is designed for girls and boys age 12 to 16 to sharpen fundamental, [...] 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.
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 parks close as part of Stay Home, Stay Safe declaration Posted on March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In compliance with the Stay Home, Stay Safe declaration issued by Buncombe County on March 25, effective immediately all City of Asheville parks, including dog parks, playgrounds, and outdoor courts, are closed until further notice. Failure to comply with the Buncombe County Stay Home/Stay Safe declaration is punishable as a Class [...]
Register now for Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition Posted on March 4, 2020March 3, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Asheville Parks & Recreation is proud to present the 2020 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition, in partnership with the YMCA and Black Mountain Parks & Recreation. Winners in each event qualify for the North Carolina State Games and winners at the state level qualify for the National Games. Senior Games events include archery, pickleball, tennis, [...]
Spend spring break with Asheville Parks & Recreation Posted on March 2, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Registration is open now for Asheville Parks & Recreation spring break camps. Here is a look at the variety of selection. Spring Break Basketball Camp April 6-10 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Location: Linwood Crump Shiloh Center Fee: $25, and it includes a T-shirt. This basketball camp is designed for girls and boys age 12 to 16 to sharpen fundamental, [...]