Parks & Recreation
Overview
The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department is committed to a thriving local park system, the opportunity for our residents and visitors to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles, and the preservation of the natural beauty of our environment. Explore the many ways Parks and Recreation is making our communities happier and healthier by providing a place where it all comes together – a sense of community, an appreciation of history, and a respect for nature.
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SJC Parks & Rec News
Join us for Park and Recreation Month!
The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department has announced a slate of fun community events and activities for July’s exciting Park and Recreation Month celebration.
July 3, 2025 – North Beach Park Parking Lot and Beach Walkover Available for Fourth of July Weekend
The parking lot and beach walkover at North Beach Park (3721 Coastal Highway, Vilano Beach) will be available for the Fourth of July weekend, offering locals and visitors another place to access our beaches during the busy holiday.
July 2, 2025 – St. Johns Golf Club Launches New Website
As part of Parks and Recreation Month, the St. Johns Golf Club, owned and operated by the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department, has announced the launch of its new website at www.sjgc.com.
July 1, 2025 – SJC Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Cancelled
The St. Johns County Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 9th has been cancelled. Regular meetings will resume on August 13th.
June 26, 2025 – SJC Parks and Recreation Department Celebrates Maintenance Division’s Success in 2025 Turf Rodeo
At the regular meeting of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners on June 17, the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department formally recognized the success of its Maintenance Division at the Florida Recreation and Park Association’s 2025 Turf Rodeo in Clay County.
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