40% of Lakewood Ranch land is protected open space — 13 parks, 10,000 acres of lakes and preserves, and over 150 miles of connected trails for walking, cycling, and exploring.
13
Community Parks
150+
Miles of Trails
10K
Acres Open Space
40%
Land Preserved
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Lakewood Ranch Community Parks
1Bob Gardner Community Park
Bob Gardner Community Park
2710 White Eagle Blvd, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
A mile-long community park nestled between wetland preserves and conservation areas. Features a gravity rail for kids, frisbee golf course, and two fenced dog parks along shaded soft trails.
Built for adventure — features an inline skating track, hockey rink, multiple sports fields, a fenced dog park, exercise stations, and miles of trails connecting to the full LWR trail network.
A 15-acre family favorite with three separate playground areas, jogging paths, a baseball field, soccer field, basketball and tennis courts, and a large pavilion. Something for every age.
Adjacent to Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
An 8-acre island park on Kingfisher Lake connected to Waterside Place Town Center by a footbridge. Features a splash park, hammock zone, sand volleyball, event lawn, and exercise pods.
Designed around Lake Patton, this park offers a canoe and kayak launch, interwoven walking trails along the water's edge, a shaded playground, and restrooms. A peaceful waterfront escape.
Located behind the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club Athletic Center, this neighborhood park features a basketball court, pickleball court, volleyball court, pavilion, and a tot lot playground.
Off White Eagle Blvd (behind Harmony), Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
A trail connector park and rest stop for cyclists and runners. Directly linked to the main LWR trail system, making it a natural waypoint for longer rides. Quiet and shaded with a picnic pavilion.
A 148-acre athletic complex open sunrise to 11pm. Home to lighted soccer, softball, baseball, basketball, pickleball, and tennis facilities, a batting cage, racquetball courts, and an inline skate rink.
A family-friendly neighborhood park with open play fields, a tot lot, and a large covered pavilion seating up to 32. Ideal for small group events and casual family outings in Country Club East.
A neighborhood county park with a covered pavilion seating 32, two small grills, restrooms, a playground, and open grass fields. A casual, well-maintained local gathering spot for Greenbrook residents.
A 110-acre nature retreat surrounding Heron Lake (12 acres) and Summerfield Lake (27 acres). Pristine soft trails wind through native Florida habitat — a top destination for birdwatchers, anglers, and kayakers.
11915 Hidden River Trail, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
An unpaved loop trail cruising around Trophy Lake and Otter Lake through native Florida forest. Both lakes offer excellent catch-and-release bass fishing. A true nature escape within the community.
A quaint, quiet walking park near the Green at Lakewood Ranch. Perfect for an easy dog walk, a bike ride, or a small picnic in a peaceful neighborhood setting. Low-key and charming.
The Lakewood Ranch trail system links every village, park, and community center — paved paths for cyclists and joggers, soft nature trails through wetland preserves, and lakefront boardwalks for quiet morning walks.
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Paved Multi-Use Paths
Smooth asphalt connecting neighborhoods along LWR Blvd — ideal for bikes, rollerblades, and strollers
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Natural Soft Trails
Unpaved paths through wetland preserves and native Florida forest — best for hiking and wildlife watching
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Lakefront & Boardwalk
Scenic waterfront loops around Trophy Lake, Heron Lake, Summerfield Lake, and Kingfisher Lake
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Everything buyers ask about living in Lakewood Ranch.
Lakewood Ranch has 13 parks — 10 community parks managed by the Community Development Districts and 3 county parks managed by Manatee County. The community also spans over 150 miles of multi-surface trails connecting every neighborhood, park, and nature preserve.