What we do
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, to each other, and to fun physical and social opportunities. We manage historically significant Philadelphia events and special venues, and we work with communities and organizations, leading capital projects and introducing creative programming.
Philadelphia’s large, diverse parks and recreation system provides something for everyone. Listed below are some of facilities and programs we’re responsible for:
- 300+ neighborhood parks, rec centers, and playgrounds
- 166 miles of trails and 40 historic sites
- 60 community gardens, farms, and orchards
- 3 environmental education centers
- 600+ baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields
- 74 pools
- 400+ basketball and 200+ tennis courts
- 5 ice skating rinks
- 5 golf courses
- 25 public computer centers
Connect
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1515 Arch Street
10th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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parksandrecreation |
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(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Announcement
Cobbs Creek Golf Course to close for renovations
The Cobbs Creek Golf Course will close for an extensive restoration on Friday, October 30.
The Cobbs Creek Foundation will manage the restoration project. The renovations will take up to three years.
When Cobbs Creek Golf Course opened in 1916, it was one of the finest public courses in the United State. The project will:
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Restore the course to its original, historic design.
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Feature a comprehensive floodplain restoration plan.
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Create a youth-based community education program.
While the course is closed, please visit another of Parks & Rec’s golf courses:
Announcement
Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive closed to vehicular traffic
Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive is closed to vehicles until further notice.
The closure:
- Stretches from East Falls Bridge to Eakins Oval.
- Will be in place 24 hours a day.
- Will allow for greater social distancing among trail users.
The City of Philadelphia encourages residents to stay indoors as much as possible. Under current restrictions, parks and trails remain open.
Residents who visit outdoor spaces to recreate should:
- Practice social distancing.
- Wash their hands for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer after visiting.
