# Miami Gardens Parks & Recreation — Complete Outdoor Guide 2026 --- url: https://miamigardens.com/parks-recreation/ author: David published: 2026-04-05 modified: 2026-04-05 type: page --- > A comprehensive guide to all 21 parks in Miami Gardens, Florida — including Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, Bunche Park, Rolling Oaks, and the newly opening Scott Park and pickleball courts in 2026. Miami Gardens Parks & Recreation — Complete Outdoor Guide 2026 | MiamiGardens.com ** [Home](https://miamigardens.com/) › [Community](https://miamigardens.com/community/) › Parks & Recreation 🌿 Outdoor Guide 2026 # Miami Gardens Parks & Recreation— Complete Outdoor Guide 2026 Your neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to all 21 parks, recreational facilities, sports leagues, kids programs, and the newest additions opening in 2026 — including Scott Park and six new pickleball courts. 📅 Updated April 2026** 🌳 **21 parks** covered 📍 **Miami Gardens, FL** ⏱ **8 min read** 21 Parks & Facilities 33.5 Acres — Rolling Oaks (Largest) $60M Bond Program Investment 6 New Pickleball Courts (2026) 3 Public Pools in the City On This Page - [Overview](#overview) - [Featured Parks](#featured) - [Betty T. Ferguson Complex](#betty) - [Rolling Oaks Park](#rolling-oaks) - [Bunche Park](#bunche) - [Buccaneer Park](#buccaneer) - [Senior Family Center](#senior) - [New in 2026](#new-2026) - [Scott Park](#scott) - [Pickleball Courts](#pickleball) - [All Neighborhood Parks](#neighborhood) - [Programs & Sports](#programs) - [Pools & Aquatics](#pools) - [Park Rentals](#rentals) - [FAQs](#faq) ### At a Glance Miami Gardens operates 21 parks and recreational facilities under a dedicated Parks & Recreation Department — from the 24-acre Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex to small neighborhood greens like Cloverleaf Park and Jordan's Landing. A $60 million general obligation bond approved by residents in 2014 funded sweeping renovations across the system, and 2026 brings the city's newest additions: the rebuilt Scott Park, six brand-new pickleball courts near 32nd Avenue, and an artificial turf football field at Walt Frazier Park. Contact the department at **(305) 622-8080** or register for programs at [ACTIVENet](https://apm.activecommunities.com/Miamigardens). ## Featured Parks & Facilities These five facilities are the anchors of Miami Gardens' parks system — each offering multiple sports courts, programming, pools, or community space that serve thousands of residents every week. 🏟 Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex 3000 NW 199th Street · (786) 279-1222 24 acres — Flagship Facility The crown jewel of Miami Gardens parks. A full-scale community recreational center with indoor and outdoor amenities for all ages and fitness levels. Registration for programs at Betty T. Ferguson or City Hall, 7 AM – 8 PM Mon–Sat. **Track hours:** Mon–Fri 5:45 AM–8:45 PM · Sat 5:45 AM–12 Noon · Sun Closed Indoor Pool (Natatorium) Track & Stadium Basketball Gym Dance Studio Amphitheater Auditorium Fitness Center Locker Rooms Meeting Rooms National Outdoor Fitness Court Zumba & Skate Classes 🌳 Rolling Oaks Park 18701 NW 17th Avenue · (305) 621-5932 33.5 acres — Largest Park in Miami Gardens Miami Gardens' biggest park, completely transformed under the $60M bond program into a spectacular community hub. Nestled beneath a canopy of oak trees with a full suite of outdoor recreation and the city's first dedicated **pickleball courts**. Monthly food truck nights draw crowds year-round. Pickleball Courts Tennis Courts Basketball Courts Walking Trail Playground Mini Putting Golf Community Garden Covered Pavilions Conference Rooms After-School Programs Food Truck Events 🏀 Bunche Park 15600 West Bunche Park Drive · (305) 621-6101 8.64 acres — Fully Renovated 2021 Reopened in May 2021 after a complete rebuild under the bond program. The two-story alternative sports building (14,000+ sq ft) is one of the most impressive neighborhood rec centers in North Miami-Dade, with an indoor elevated running track, Wi-Fi throughout, and surveillance cameras linked to the city's Real-Time Crime Center. Indoor Gymnasium Indoor Running Track 2 Outdoor Basketball Courts Artificial Turf Football Field Gymnastics Wrestling Dance Classes Chess Lacrosse Digital Photography & Art Playground Wi-Fi 💧 Buccaneer Park 20601 NW 32nd Avenue · (305) 624-3787 5.5 acres — Fully Rebuilt Buccaneer Park was completely demolished and rebuilt as part of the bond program — one of the most dramatic park transformations in the city. The standout feature is its splash pad, designed for all ages with state-of-the-art water equipment and automation. Also the site near which the city's new 6 dedicated pickleball courts are being built in 2026. Splash Pad Swimming Pool Basketball Courts Tennis Courts Walking Trail Playgrounds (All Ages) Pavilions Recreation Building Restrooms 🧘 Senior Family Center 16405 NW 25th Avenue · (305) 622-5780 6.1 acres — 38,000 sq ft Facility An impressive 38,000 square foot multi-use facility designed for seniors, families, and active adults. The illuminated botanical walking trail surrounds the building and features exotic fruits and plants. A destination for wellness, social connection, and lifelong learning. Fitness Center Botanical Walking Trail Silver Sneakers Yoga & Chair Pilates Pickleball Line Dancing Computer Lab Foreign Language Club Bingo Outdoor Kitchen & Patio Cultural Trips ⚽ Walt Frazier Park at Carol City 18500 NW 32nd Avenue · (786) 279-1250 16.61 acres — New Turf Field 2026 NEW One of Miami Gardens' largest community parks. Named for NBA legend Walt "Clyde" Frazier, who has deep roots in the community. A new artificial turf football field was installed in early 2026 in partnership with Miami-Dade County and the Orange Bowl Committee. New Artificial Turf Field 2026 Baseball/Softball Basketball Courts Multi-Purpose Field Playground Swimming Pool Indoor Gymnasium ## What's New in 2026 🎉 Miami Gardens has an active slate of park improvements underway. Here's what residents and visitors can expect this year. 🏗 Scott Park — Opening 2026 ### Scott Park Renovation — 9.7 Acres Rebuilt **Address:** 17710 NW 15th Court, Miami Gardens, FL 33169  ·  **Phone:** (305) 621-5932** Scott Park is currently closed for major renovations. The project was awarded to Bejar Construction in August 2024 and is expected to open in 2026 with a comprehensive set of new and rebuilt amenities including a new community building, updated playground, basketball court, baseball/softball diamond, and football field. When completed, Scott Park will serve the neighborhoods in its surrounding area with a fully modern recreational facility across its nearly 10 acres. 🏓 New Courts — Near Buccaneer Park ### 6 Dedicated Pickleball Courts — Groundbreaking October 2025 Miami-Dade County and the City of Miami Gardens officially broke ground on six brand-new dedicated pickleball courts** near 32nd Avenue in October 2025, built by Sports Surfaces, a national sports construction firm. Mayor Rodney Harris was on hand, noting the city's commitment to giving residents access to one of the fastest-growing sports in the country.** These courts join existing pickleball at Rolling Oaks Park and programming at the Senior Family Center, cementing Miami Gardens as a growing hub for the sport in North Miami-Dade. Also new in 2026:** New pickleball courts at **Buccaneer Park** (in partnership with Miami-Dade County), a new artificial turf football field at **Walt Frazier Park** (Orange Bowl Committee partnership), and a new one-story recreation center at **North Dade Optimist Park**. AJ King Park is in permitting, with construction expected to follow. ## All Neighborhood Parks — Quick Reference Every park maintained by the City of Miami Gardens, with acreage, address, and key amenities. Smaller parks are unmanned or passive green spaces; staffed facilities offer scheduled programming. # Park Name Address Acres Key Amenities Status 1AJ King Park4230 NW 178th Street5.66Basketball, playground, walking trail, outdoor fitnessPermitting 2Andover Park100 NW 209th Street2.87Basketball, inclusive playground (autism-friendly), walking trail, security camerasOpen 3Bennett Lifter Park20701 NW 22nd Avenue2Basketball, pavilion — under bond renovationRenovation 4Betty T. Ferguson Complex3000 NW 199th Street24Indoor pool, track, gym, auditorium, fitness center, amphitheaterOpen 5Brentwood Park & Pool18800 NW 28th Place4.5Outdoor pool, basketball, playground, pavilionsOpen 6Buccaneer Park20601 NW 32nd Avenue5.5Splash pad, pool, basketball, tennis, walking trail, rec buildingOpen 7Bunche Park15600 W Bunche Park Drive8.64Indoor gym, running track, turf football field, 2 basketball courtsOpen 8Bunche Park Pool15727 W Bunche Park Drive—Public outdoor poolOpen 9Cloverleaf Park303 NW 191st Street1.27Basketball, playground, open fieldOpen 10Jordan's Landing3851 NW 201st Terrace0.1Passive green spaceOpen 11Dr. Lester Brown Park19405 NW 32nd Avenue10Baseball, basketball, multi-purpose field, playground, pavilionsOpen 12Walt Frazier Park (Carol City)18500 NW 32nd Avenue16.61New turf field, baseball, basketball, pool, gymnasiumOpen 13Myrtle Grove Park & Pool3030 NW 179th Street7.69Basketball, playground, outdoor pool (currently closed)Pool Closed 14North Dade Optimist ClubNW 194th St / NW 12th Ave4.13Multi-purpose field, new recreation center opening 2026Open 15Norwood Park & Pool19401 NW 14th Avenue4.94Basketball, playground, outdoor pool, pavilions, sports fieldsOpen 16Rolling Oaks Park18701 NW 17th Avenue33.5Pickleball, tennis, basketball, walking trail, mini putt, garden, pavilionsOpen 17Scott Park17710 NW 15th Court9.7Baseball, basketball, football field, playground — being rebuiltRenovation 2026 18Senior Family Center16405 NW 25th Avenue6.1Fitness center, botanical trail, yoga, pickleball, computer labOpen 19Vista LagoNW 207th St / NW 7th Ave3Passive green space, lake viewsOpen 20Vista Verde Park21001 NW 39th Avenue11.91Baseball, multi-purpose fieldOpen 21Risco Park (MDCSB)19000 NW 37th Avenue16.4Large open field (Miami-Dade School Board managed)Open ## Sports Leagues & Programs The Miami Gardens Parks & Recreation Department runs year-round programming for children, adults, and seniors — funded in part by [The Children's Trust](https://www.thechildrenstrust.org/), a Miami-Dade County voter-approved funding source for youth programs. ### After-School Programs After-school programs run during the school year at multiple park locations. Registration is accepted in person at Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex (7 AM–8 PM, Mon–Sat) or City Hall (7 AM–6 PM, Mon–Thu). Requirements include a 3.0 GPA in academics and a 2.5 GPA in conduct. ### Summer Camp Summer Camp is funded by a Children's Trust grant. 2026 fees: **$10 registration fee**, then $67/week (first child), $56/week (second child), and $51/week (third child) for county residents. Non-county rates are slightly higher. Register at Betty T. Ferguson or City Hall. ### Sports & Activity Programs ProgramLocationNotes GymnasticsBunche ParkYouth program WrestlingBunche ParkYouth & teen LacrosseBunche ParkYouth program Dance ClassesBunche Park / Betty T. FergusonMultiple styles VolleyballBunche ParkIndoor ChessBunche ParkAll ages Digital Photography & ArtBunche ParkTeen program Paint with FaithBunche ParkCommunity art Zumba FitnessBetty T. FergusonAdult fitness Community Skate ClassesBetty T. FergusonAll levels Yoga & Chair PilatesSenior Family CenterSenior-focused Silver SneakersSenior Family Center55+ fitness Walking ClubSenior Family CenterBotanical trail Financial LiteracySenior Family CenterSenior programming PickleballRolling Oaks / Senior Family Center / New CourtsOpen to all ages Adult Walking ProgramBunche Park / Rolling OaksTrack & trail ## Public Pools & Aquatics Miami Gardens maintains three public pools across the city. All aquatic programs are managed through the Parks & Recreation Department at (305) 622-8080. - **Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex** — Indoor natatorium (heated pool), 3000 NW 199th St - **Bunche Park Pool** — Outdoor public pool, 15727 W Bunche Park Drive - **Brentwood Park Pool** — Outdoor pool, 18800 NW 28th Place - **Norwood Park Pool** — 19401 NW 14th Ave (confirm seasonal hours with dept.) - **Buccaneer Park Splash Pad** — Free splash pad for all ages, 20601 NW 32nd Ave **Note:** Myrtle Grove Pool is currently closed. Always confirm pool hours directly with the Parks Department at **(305) 622-8080** or on the [official city parks page](https://www.miamigardens-fl.gov/208/Parks-Recreation) before visiting, as hours vary seasonally. ## Park Rentals & Private Events Several Miami Gardens parks offer pavilion and facility rentals for private events including birthday parties, baby showers, corporate gatherings, and community events. Rolling Oaks Park is particularly popular for events given its covered pavilions, beautiful oak tree setting, and ample parking. To inquire about park rentals, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at **(305) 622-8080** or visit the [Park Rentals page](https://www.miamigardens-fl.gov/209/Park-Rentals) on the city website. ## Frequently Asked Questions What parks are in Miami Gardens, Florida? + Miami Gardens maintains 21 parks and recreational facilities including Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, Bunche Park, Rolling Oaks Park, Buccaneer Park, Walt Frazier Park at Carol City, Andover Park, Brentwood Park, Norwood Park, Cloverleaf Park, Dr. Lester Brown Park, the Senior Family Center, Scott Park (reopening 2026), Vista Verde Park, Vista Lago, Jordan's Landing, AJ King Park, Bennett Lifter Park, Myrtle Grove Park, North Dade Optimist Club, and Risco Park (managed by Miami-Dade County Schools). When is Scott Park in Miami Gardens opening? + Scott Park at 17710 NW 15th Court has been closed for major renovations. The project was awarded to Bejar Construction in August 2024 and the park is expected to reopen in 2026 with new amenities including a community building, playground, basketball court, baseball/softball diamond, and football field. Does Miami Gardens have pickleball courts? + Yes! Miami Gardens now has pickleball at Rolling Oaks Park and the Senior Family Center. In October 2025, Miami-Dade County and the City broke ground on 6 new dedicated pickleball courts near 32nd Avenue. Mayor Rodney Harris led the groundbreaking, calling it part of the city's commitment to expanding recreational options for its diverse residents. What is the largest park in Miami Gardens? + Rolling Oaks Park at 33.5 acres is the largest park in Miami Gardens. It was transformed under the city's $60 million bond program into a modern community hub with pickleball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, a mini-golf putting course, community garden, covered pavilions, a walking trail, and conference rooms beneath the park's signature oak tree canopy. How do I register for parks programs in Miami Gardens? + You can register for after-school programs, summer camp, and recreational activities in person at Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex (3000 NW 199th St, Mon–Sat 7 AM–8 PM) or City Hall (18605 NW 27th Avenue, Mon–Thu 7 AM–6 PM). Online registration is available at [ACTIVENet](https://apm.activecommunities.com/Miamigardens). For more information call (305) 622-8080. ## Explore More of Miami Gardens Find local businesses, community events, dining, and everything happening in your city — all in one place. [Explore the Directory](https://miamigardens.com/) [Hard Rock Stadium Events](https://miamigardens.com/hard-rock-stadium-events/) --- *Source: [Miami Gardens](https://miamigardens.com/)*