Parks Mission
The Monroe County Parks Department is comprised of dedicated staff working with community partners to effectively and efficiently provide an array of park services. This ensures that everyone may enjoy recreational and educational opportunities while treasuring the natural, zoological, horticultural, historical and geological features of the Monroe County Parks System.
Monroe County Parks: By the Numbers
- 12,000 Acres
- 22 Parks
- 32 Athletic Fields
- 350+ Special Events
- Endless miles of trails
- 1 Conservatory
- 1 Public Campground
- 46 Campsites
- 4 Scout/Youth Camping Areas
- 2 Dog Parks
- with reciprocal access to 3 additional dog parks
- 2 Arboretums (Durand and Highland)
- 2 parks for Off-road cycling
- 1 Beach for Swimming
- 4 Canoe and Kayak launches
- 1 Fish hatchery (Powder Mills)
- 1 Model airplane flying field (Northampton)
- 7 parks with Pickleball courts
- 4 parks with Tennis courts
- 6 parks with Designated Sledding Hills
- 2 parks with Downhill Skiing
- Endless Fishing
- 3 parks with Groomed Cross Country Ski Trails
- 2 Disc Golf Courses
- 3 parks with Golf Courses
- 5 Courses
- 81 total Holes
- 3 Ice Skating Rinks
- 1 Working/Educational Farm (Springdale Farm)
- 1 Bird Sanctuary (Wild Wings, Inc.)