Oddly, lots of parks in Florida but very few with designated running areas. One thing to note is…read morethat pretty much every street has a sidewalk and a concrete running path here. I found this park by looking at Apple Maps and then zooming in to see if there was an asphalt trail. I arrived really early to run here and noticed the lights kicked on around 6AM. There is a tennis court (which is where I parked), baseball fields, football field and soccer field. The water was not turned near the bathrooms, and the bathrooms were locked. Not sure if they open up at a certain time but that's the reason for my star bump. I was happy to run the asphalt path they had. If you account for the boardwalk area on the lake, you'll get about .90 miles altogether. I did my warmup on the path and ran some outside the park on the concrete. Was able to complete some short interval training by just doing about 2.5 laps on the asphalt. It was fairly flat but you're only going to get about .4 miles of a curved running area before a transition. If you're a runner, I'd recommend coming here for any runs under 5 miles. Also, people are oblivious on the asphalt and don't stay on their side. But, be glad they have asphalt to run on!

All in all, this is a nice park with ample parking, a baseball field, football and soccer field, a…read morebasketball court, tennis courts, a children's playground and more. The park is clean and well-maintained and really is a great addition to the community. I would definitely recommend here.

I really love this park. Its a perfect park for littles. The play structures are clean and well…read moremaintained. We had my son's 1st birthday here and it was so much fun. Yiu can rent the one pavillion available. I would reccommend going online to rent and having the confirmation with you. People will just set up there that have not rented! There is a paved path that goes around the whole park and one that goes around the playground. Thete arr tennis and basketball courts and a field. The bathrooms are public park bathrooms so they can either be clean....or not, but there are 3 bathrooms available. If your in the area come check it out.

If you're looking for a great shaded park, with a fantastic themed playground, the look no further…read morethan Huffman Park. Located just off Beach Blvd, this hidden gem features sea-themed playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, and soccer fields, providing activities for all ages. There is even a surrounding half-mile trail loop shaded by the palmettos and suitable for walking or jogging.

Absolutely wonderful for bird watching and walking. We took time walking in the park right after we…read morehad lunch at the Moroccan restaurant. This is definitely a beautiful park. There is a playground and water fountain. There is a bird habitat that is great to check out, we saw a blue heron and different ducks, including a mating set.

In the heart of Riverside, this park was a great stop before hitting the restaurants for lunch. My…read morelittles, 4 yo and 2 yo, had a blast running back and forth between play yards. The pond in the center needs a little maintenance. It was dirty and the turtles need better landings. It seemed that turtles didn't have a way out of pond. Overall it's a very nice park for the area.

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.

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!

Awesome park that is , if you can make it past the playground. The playground is at the entrance…read more The giant jungle gym no kid can resist, slides! Swings, seesaws and monkey bars. The nicest playground I have seen in the area so far. There is a water fountain, clean bathrooms and the Clarke House Museum. There are volleyball courts , walking trails and a botanical garden. There are multiple pavilions you can rent for parties or sit under to have a picnic lunch. There is only one thing lacking at this beautiful park..parking. The parking lot is extremely small. If you don't get here early, you have to find somewhere down a side street and walk.

Love this place. It's a big park for the kids, lots of activities too. It's just about 20 min drive…read morefrom our house.

It could be a decent park but the mass amount of homeless that are typically under the influence…read moremake you keep your head on a swivel at all times. I always carry protection when going to this park but after a strange man took pictures of his surroundings and said "I'll see you later" to me as he left I will not be returning. I wish they would send a cop to keep it cleaned up or had a better solution. Luckily the city's park crewmen were there and he seemed to scare off at them. The trees and walking path are beautiful but, something has to change :(

I mean it's a Park but people pull up in the parking lot and feel need to blast their music,…read morethere's a large homeless community doing their laundry at a Spicket. Overall, the park is just kind of covered in trash. I have not been able to find a halfway decent park since moving to the Jacksonville area. I do have to say there's a lot of shade here which is nice other than that it's not great there's two small play structures, but would be a pretty good spot for riding scooters.

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.

Nice, small park with all the amenities you would probably look for (playground, basketball court,…read moretennis court & bathrooms). Parking wasn't terrible and you are a quick block or so from the beach! Pros: There are locks on the self-closing gates to keep the kiddos in from the busy, residential street. Lots of shade. Cons: Large sand area (I'm not sure if it's to play Bocce ball or a giant sand box) that is full of weeds and ants.

This is a great park for kids. It has 2 play grounds. A kiddy height basketball hoop as well as a…read moreregular size one, picnic tables, a tire play area thingy, restrooms and a skate park at the far end. My only wish is that that was a paved trail around the perimeter of the park to jog. If I were looking for a place to take the kids I'd pick here, if I were looking for a place to walk the dog I'd choose a park with a trail instead.