Search by Keyword
Search by Department
All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County Parks and Recreation has installed three new playgrounds and opened two new parks so far this year, providing additional play and recreational opportunities for county residents and visitors.
Two new parks opened early this year in District 5, adding a disc golf course, walking trail, and playgrounds to the north end of the county. Paper Park opened in January 2025 and Jennings-Gonzalez Park opened in February 2025.
New playgrounds were also installed at the newly-opened Ferry Pass Community Center, along with Jack Reddix Park and Raymond Riddles Athletic Park. The new playgrounds provide a variety of play features for children of all ages to enjoy, including slides, climbing structures, exercise equipment, interactive games, musical instruments, and more.
New playgrounds have been added at the following locations in 2025:
“Our goal at Escambia County Parks and Recreation is to continue improving the quality of life in Escambia County by providing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages," Parks and Recreation Director Michael Rhodes said. "With spring and summer upon us, I hope our residents will take the opportunity to get outside and check out these new amenities in Escambia County."
To learn more and view a map of Escambia County’s many parks, playgrounds, and community centers, please visit the Escambia County website.
Pictured above: Ferry Pass Community Center playground and exercise equipment
Pictured above: Jack Reddix/Falcon/Oakcliff Park
Pictured above: Jennings-Gonzalez Park
Pictured above: Paper Park
Pictured above: Raymond Riddles Athletic Park
The mission of Escambia County government is to provide efficient, responsive services that enhance our quality of life, meet common needs and promote a safe and healthy community.
Under Florida law, IP addresses and both the content of emails and email addresses are public records. If you do not want your IP address and the content of your email or your email address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in person.