The dogs that I seen here are very sociable. The owners are attentive, respectful, and neighborly…read more There is a great deal of shading from the trees even on hot days. This allows the dogs to play a little longer than normal. There is a concrete sidewalk that goes across the dog park. The small dog park has one water fountain and a bench. It shares a fence with the big dog park and they can tend to run the fence line when things get going. The big dog park is mostly made up of sand and trees. There are 3 benches and 2 water fountains. The fountains are purely for the dogs as the human portion is non-functioning. One of the fountains continuously runs and has made a bit of a mess. At 1 end of the park, the dogs love to roam through it on a hot day and roll in the slop to cool down Bring a towel.

As far as a park goes, I would have to give this place three stars. It has a senior citizen…read moreattached to it, as well as a swimming pool. There is also a small Lake and a few sport fields. Honestly, it seems like there is more parking lot than actual park. All in all, I would say that there are probably better options in the area.

Did a 5k here recently and there's plenty of parking. It's pretty and well set up for running or…read morewalking. Also the big green space was great for all the food vendors and sponsors. Would definitely come back here for a walk or run again and to explore more! Get outside!

A Jacksonville Gem I've Loved for Years…read more As a Jacksonville native, Ed Austin Park has been one of those places I've enjoyed for as long as I can remember. It's one of the few parks in the city that truly offers something for everyone, and it's only gotten better over time. The walking trails are peaceful and well‑kept, the open fields are perfect for families and community events, and there's always some kind of activity happening. They've got great frisbee‑throwing areas, well‑maintained baseball fields, and plenty of space for casual sports or just relaxing outdoors. Every now and then, you'll even catch fireworks in the area, which adds a fun, unexpected touch to the atmosphere. I've always appreciated how clean, spacious, and welcoming it feels. Whether you're a longtime local like me or just discovering the area, Ed Austin Park really shows off the best of Jacksonville's outdoor spaces. Highly recommend spending some time here.

Right next to the Shoppes of Avondale is a little Oasis of trails and playgrounds that is just…read moreabout fully shaded and beautiful. Dogs, kids and families are welcome and there are spaces designed for all of them. A prefect place as well to exercise or sit quietly with your thoughts and take in the beautiful nature through the park. On hot days, this offers not just beauty but a difference of 10-12 degrees and a bit of a breeze. Boone park is an awesome place to refresh yourself.

Beautiful park, wish there were additional trails for exploring with our pups. We parked near the…read moretennis courts off Park Street and walked down and around to St. John's Avenue. Street crosswalks worked well and we decided to walk up and back through Avondale shops as well.

Convienet, good sized, generally not overcrowded. Friendly neighbors. There are trash cans to…read moredispose of your dogs waste. Please please please pick up your own dogs waste! Most visitors DO clean up after their pets. Limited parking, but there is a small playground right next to the dog park and a huge open field. Plenty of room for your golf carts though. Essentially a solid dog park for the neighborhood. Not worth driving to as a destination (much bigger options closer to town). Recommended for local residents for sure.

Searching for True Love & Forgiveness? Talk to GOD and get a…read moreDOG! #ReflectDogs Love & Forgiveness So this is the second dog park I have found like this in this area. It is Well fenced and it appears to be some kind of reclaimed water lake that is used for irrigation. But instead of just fencing it off to keep everybody out they actually put down a nice asphalt walk path all around the exterior of the lake and turned it into an awesome dog park. Although it lacks much seating and has none that is shaded, it does have three benches for you to sit on as you walk around the path. The dogs don't seem to mind though!! Although it does look like the edge of the water can get a little muddy? So that can be an issue for those of you that like to keep your dog clean and smelling like perfume

I have visited this park multiple times (the back lake) to paddle board and it has been a peaceful…read moreand enjoyable experience every time. I enjoy bringing my family out, some of us friends meet out there and it is a beautiful thing. However, my experience this past weekend (June 20) was anything but. Unsupervised Teenagers were there. The inappropriate language, the trucks and dirt bikes kicking up sand and the drinking has definitely gotten out of hand. I have no answer or idea on how to curtail these behaviors but at some point it will have to be addressed. One teen was so drunk he could barely stand. The others were trying to sober him up by standing him in the water; and the boy tipped over. We could not reach them because we were in the middle of the lake. It was a horrible situation. A young girl in an uncomfortable position being groped by an intoxicated boy as his friends stood by and watched. By the time an adult tried to intervene, they were gone. This lake should be a place for everyone to enjoy, but that's not easy to do any more

I love taking my dog to this park. She loves to run on the paved area all the way to the dock…read moreoverlooking the water. I just wish people would pick up after their pets and not throw their garbage on the ground. The open field beyond the dock is perfect for my puppy to run. She loves it!! There is a really nice playground for kids and what seems to be a new tennis court. There is also a basketball court.

This is a nice park in my neighborhood that I've been coming to for about 10 years. It has a small…read moreplayground for kids and is pet-friendly complete with doggy poop bag stations and plenty of room for Rover to run. I particularly like the spaced-out park benches for a nice rest from walking the neighborhood and privacy when you're off Pokémon hunting. The paved walking/jogging trail is perfect for visitors with plenty of shade and trees during the hotter months. I don't believe there are any restrooms or water fountains around or at least I didn't see any. Just be careful in the early evenings and when the sun goes down because I have heard some unsavory stories regarding sketchy characters hanging out here over the years. Always be aware of your surroundings....

Four Corners Park is just a hop, skip and a jump from my residence. The park provides a path which…read moreis great for joggers, dog walking, or for those little ones looking for a safe place to learn how to ride a bike. With a few benches scattered about and lots of shade from giant, lofty trees, it is an excellent place to take your current book to read for awhile. Three of the four corners contain paths, while the fourth is an open field. A great place for a pick up game of football or soccer. The park could possibly benefit from the addition of a playground, although, that could take away from the serenity of this park. The traffic is never bad through this area since the majority sticks to Post Street. Also, if you take your dog and forget a plastic bag, no worries! There are different stations around the park that have a supply. Trash cans accompany these, so you can throw it away.

What a cute little park nestled in Atlantic Beach. Howell Park is not huge, but it has a lot of…read morenice shaded walking trails with streams running through the middle of the park. I was looking to explore some new trails with my dog Simba and I found this spot. I parked across the street at a larger park as parking is limited. There was a crosswalk on Seminole. There were many different trails throughout the park but no signage with directions. So we wondered through the trails for about an hour. Most of the trails end on a residential street. There were a few picnic tables under trees if you are interested in having lunch in the park. I saw several turtles hanging out in the water. This would be a fun nature walk with children and or your pets.

I am torn between 3 and 4 stars on this one. Imagine 3- 4 long trails all running parallel to each…read moreother with numerous crossing paths through out and that is the basic gist of this park. Parking is odd. No real parking lot, just gravel sections or dirt sections that people pull in and park haphazardly. I had actual pulled into a dirt area at the south end of the park, where it was obvious others had parked, but it was right next to homes and a residential area! I opted to circle the park instead. On the west side- tucked down a one way street is a loop and sections where people parked. Again- nothing like a real parking lot- just dirt and gravel and cars strewn about. But- I parked, away from the other cars and got out to explore. The paths are wide! Looks like crushed shells are the walkways with plenty of bridges and boardwalks thrown in to cross various waterways and marsh lands. The wood looks newer too- so they must have done a recent makeover. There is a lift station in the center of the park and your nose will pick up the scent associated with it. I walked approx 2 1/2 of the longer North-South loops. Birding would be the biggest thing to enjoy here. I also spotted some turtles too. I encountered a plethora of dog walkers, a few cyclists and only one other hiker. I did pause for a moment and looked to the canopy above to admire all the small birds flitting about. I am so used to watching where I am hiking- to look for trip hazards and other on the ground treasures, it was refreshing to stop and just enjoy the flight acrobatics that were happening above. I feel like this park is a 3.5 star park. More than just 3 but not quite a 4. There are also plenty of picnic tables through to the park- be warned, with all the water it is buggy. There are only a handful of benches though. If you lived right there in an adjacent neighborhood- I could see this as part of your daily routine!