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Parks & Recreation
The Parks & Recreation Department is where the fun exists. City staff offer a good blend of passive and active recreation activities geared to enhance the health and well-being of citizens.
Active recreation involves cooperative or team activity including use of sports fields, playgrounds, skate park and boating.
Passive recreation involves activities, such as walking, hiking, bicycling trails, picnicking and nature observation. Our City’s network of trails offers citizens both active and passive recreation activities.
Facilities
- Lake Wales Recreation Center
- Kirkland Gym
- Frasier Field Sports Complex
- Tourist Center Rental Facility
- James P. Austin Community Center Rental Facility
Parks
- 6 multiuse trails
- 7 parks
- 6 picnic pavilions
- 8 playgrounds
- Dog park
- Boat ramp
- Pier
Sports
- 13 Baseball/softball fields
- 6 multiuse fields
- Indoor basketball court
- 4 Outdoor basketball courts
- 7 Tennis courts
- Beach volleyball court
- Skate park
The Lake Wales Family Recreation Center is now open. Stop by to start your membership.
Fitness Class Schedule: https://www.lakewalesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6568/lwfrc-fitness-schedule_11-17
FAQ's
Are day passes available for non-members? Yes. Day passes for non-members (includes pool access):
$5 for children 4 – 17 & $8 for ages 18+
Will my current membership automatically migrate to the City's membership database? Existing members will be transitioned to the new membership system upon their next in-person visit to the Lake Wales Family Recreation Center.
Will the cost of my membership stay the same? Yes. All citizens are welcome to join the Lake Wales Family Recreation Center. There are two membership rates, City residents and non-city residents. The residential address on a City utility bill or electric bill validates city residents. The residential address will be verified on the property appraiser's website to confirm the address is within the city limits. Please alert staff if there is a discrepancy with your current membership rate. Membership rates
Will my SilverSneakers membership apply to the Lake Wales Family Recreation Center membership? Yes, we honor the SilverSneakers Program. We’re also exploring adding Active&Fit memberships.
When is KidWatch available? Staff will watch your child while you workout or participate in group fitness activities. Monday through Friday: 8am to 12pm & 4pm to 7pm. Saturday 8am-12pm.
Address: 1001 Burns Avenue, Lake Wales
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 5am to 8pm
Saturday: 7am to 5pm
Sunday: 1pm to 5pm
Pool Hours
Fall pool hours:
Monday - Friday: 8am-12pm & 3pm-7pm
Saturday: 8am-4pm
Sunday: Closed
Summer pool hours:
Monday - Friday: 8am-7pm
Saturday: 8am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm-4pm
Non-members (City Residents) free swim at no charge -Pool Hours
Tuesdays: 9am – 12pm & 4pm – 7pm
Thursday: 9am – 12pm & 4pm – 7pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Services
Our website provides information on:- Each of the City's parks and recreation facilities with a locator map for your convenience
- Organized recreation activities offered by a variety of parent-run organizations and other community groups.
Rules
To obtain a copy of the rules and regulations for use of parks and recreation facilities, please contact Shay Irvis at (863) 678-4182 Ext. 1311