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
June 26, 2025 – St. Johns County 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.
June 26, 2025 – SJC Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Silverleaf Sportsplex and Shearwater Community Park and Library
On June 20, St. Johns County officials and staff held a groundbreaking ceremony next to Trout Creek Academy to celebrate the start of work on two projects: Silverleaf Sportsplex and the Shearwater Community Park and Library.
June 23, 2025 – SJC Parks and Recreation Announces Slate of Community Events 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.
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