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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Parks bring community, history, and nature together.

SJC Parks & Rec News

SJC Parks and Recreation Running 2026 Summer Camp Lottery

The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department opened its online lottery for spots in its 2026 summer camp program at 8 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23. The link will close at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6.

St. Johns County Celebrates Expansion of Field of Dreams Baseball with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

On February 7, 2026, St. Johns County celebrated the expansion of Field of Dreams Baseball (1401 Shetland Drive, St. Johns) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Office of Public Affairs produced a video to commemorate the event.

SJC Approves $1.9 Million DeLeon Shores Park Improvement Project

At its regular meeting on December 4, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved a $1,976,559 construction contract for an improvement project at DeLeon Shores Park (9 Dolphin Blvd. E., Ponte Vedra).

SJC Parks & Recreation Recognized as a Certified Autism Center

Children play at a playground in St. Johns County. The Certified Autism Center logo is pictured at the bottom of the image.

In April 2024, St. Johns County Parks & Recreation earned the Certified Autism Center designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).

This distinction follows a comprehensive staff training program, heightened awareness efforts, and an on-site review of county parks and facilities.

Learn more about the celebration of this milestone

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