“Try it, you’ll like it” are words to live by on The Ranch. From Casual Cornhole to Pilates in the Park, you’ll find a variety of ways to move your body and connect with your neighbors. Kids will love our Youth Soccer programs and activities like Learn to Fish Saturdays.
Surrounded by Splendor
Parks & Trails Connect Our Community
At The Ranch, the outdoors aren’t just scenery—they’re part of everyday life. With 46% of our land dedicated to open space, parks, recreation areas and 150+ miles of trails, there’s always something new to explore. Play on diverse sports courts or wander trails that shift from open views to shaded oak hammocks, and connect neighborhoods, town centers, and natural spaces.
You never have to go far to get back to nature!
Filters: View All>
Bob Gardner Community Park
This mile-long community park features fun activities for all nestled between wetland preserves and conservation areas. At this park you can find walking paths and soft trails, sports courts, a frisbee golf course, recreation pavilions, a gravity rail for kids, and dog parks.
2710 White Eagle Boulevard
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Disc Golf, Dog Park, Nature Trails, Parking, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Sports Fields
Braden River Nature Park
Located near the intersection of Hidden River Trail and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard, this park offers an unpaved loop that cruises around Trophy Lake, where fisherman can throw a line for bass, through the forest and around Otter Lake, another nice venue for catch and release.
11915 Hidden River Trail
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Fishing Lake, Parking, Picnic Pavilion
Country Club/Edgewater Park
Located behind the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club Athletic Center, The Country Club community park is a great location for a family outing, featuring a basketball court, pickleball court, pavilion and tot lot.
8256 LEGACY BOULEVARD
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Basketball Courts, Parking, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Volleyball Court
Greenbrook Adventure Park
For those with an adventurous side and looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon, this park is perfect for you with an inline skating track, plenty of sports fields, paw parks and miles of trails . And for quieter moments, visit the picnic pavilions.
13010 ADVENTURE PLACE
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Basketball Courts, Dog Park, Exercise Stations, Inline Skate Park/Hockey, Nature Trails, Parking, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Sports Fields
Heron’s Nest Nature Park
Reconnect with nature in the 110-acre retreat. Meander the pristine trails or fish and boat on the sparkling lakes, 12-acre Heron Lake, and 27-acre Summerfield Lake. Bird-watchers will particularly enjoy this beautiful habitat.
6399 Tupelo Trail
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Fishing Lake, Nature Trails, Parking, Picnic Pavilion
James L. Patton Park
Looking to connect with water? This park is designed around Lake Patton. Take in the surroundings from the interwoven trails, or launch your canoe for a ride.
5725 WHITE EAGLE BOULEVARD
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Fishing Lake, Kayak/Boat Launch, Nature Trails, Parking, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms
Roger Hill Park
Grab your bike, or your walking shoes and head over to Roger Hill Park. With its connection to our existing trail system this park makes an ideal stopover or resting place for runners and cyclists. This park is located just off White Eagle Blvd behind Harmony.
LOCATED OFF OF WHITE EAGLE BOULEVARD
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Nature Trails, Picnic Pavilion
Silver Falls Nature Park
Looking for a quaint walking path or a spot for a small picnic? Silver Falls Nature Park, located near the Green, is a peaceful place to walk your dog or ride your bike.
5985 Silver Falls Run, Bradenton, FL 34202
Picnic Pavilion
Summerfield Community Park
Featuring three separate playgrounds including swings, tennis courts, a basketball court, baseball field, soccer field, jogging paths and a pavilion – there’s something for everyone at this 15-acre park. Great for young kids and the young at heart!
6402 Lakewood Ranch Blvd
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Basketball Courts, Parking, Pickleball Courts, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Sports Fields, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court
Waterside Park
Explore this 8-acre island community park on Kingfisher Lake, loaded with amenities. Stay active at the volleyball courts or exercise pods. Cool off at the splash park or feel the breeze in a hammock. Waterside Park has a playground, an event lawn, and will bring visitors to Waterside Place Town Center by a footbridge.
LOCATED ADJACENT TO WATERSIDE PLACE
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
Exercise Stations, Parking, Picnic Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Sand Volleyball Court, Splash Park
Parks & Recreation & You!
County Parks Within Lakewood Ranch
Country Club East Park
Enjoy this great location for a family outing with open play fields, a tot lot and pavilion featuring 4 tables with seating for up to 32. There is no grill at this pavilion.
15015 MASTERS AVENUE
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Picnic Pavilion, Sports Fields, Playground, Parking, Restrooms
Greenbrook Park
Greenbrook Park contains a pavilion with seating for up to 32 and two small grills. Restroom facilities, a playground and open fields are also available for public use.
6655 GREENBROOK BOULEVARD
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Picnic Pavilion, Sports Fields, Playground, Parking, Restrooms
Lakewood Ranch Park
Lakewood Ranch Park is open from sunrise to 11 pm daily with pavilion rentals, lighted fields and baseketball courts, press box, batting cages and racquetball courts.
5350 LAKEWOOD RANCH BOULEVARD
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Picnic Pavilion, Sports Fields, Basketball, Pickleball and Tennis Courts, Inline Skate Park/Hockey, Playground, Parking, Restrooms
OTHER NEIGHBORING PARKS TO EXPLORE
City of Bradenton Parks
Enjoy sports fields, public golf courses, traditional neighborhood parks, the Bradenton Riverwalk and even a splash park!
Florida State Parks
Discover 175 parks comprised of beaches, forests, and caverns provide breathtaking spaces for exploring, hiking and biking, kayaking, camping tune and more, 365 days a year.
Manatee County Parks
Get outside with some of the best recreational activities and facilities in the state with 33 parks, 12 preserves, and miles of beaches.
Sarasota City Parks
Enjoy beautiful public art and a variety of parks and facilities ranging from a golf club to a performing arts hall.
Sarasota County Parks
Explore one of the best beaches in the world, more than 100 parks, miles of hiking and biking trails and two state parks.