Park & Recreation

The Park & Recreation Department maintains 302 parks (13,070 acres) and public spaces citywide, as well as providing recreational activities and educational programming that makes Fort Worth a great place to live, work and play.

The Park & Recreation Department has a variety of divisions to make Fort Worth fun for families, seniors, and kids of all ages.

Accessibility

Find a list of Fort Worth's inclusive playgrounds and a communication board to use while enjoying a park.

Attractions

There's always a new adventure waiting for you at one of the department's attractions.

Pickleball Courts

Participate in the fastest-growing sport at one of Fort Worth's indoor or outdoor pickleball courts.

Community Centers

Each community center offers a variety of activities, camps, fitness classes, and more for all ages.

Dog Parks

Fort Worth's dog parks are sure to get everyone's tail wagging!

Parks & Trails

The Park & Recreation Department maintains 302 parks (13,070 acres) and public spaces citywide.

Pools & Aquatics

Fort Worth's aquatics facilities provide programs while also giving families a way to escape the summer heat.

Forestry

Fort Worth has promoted sound urban forestry practices since 1873.

Adopt-a-Spot

The Adopt-a-Spot program allows volunteers to adopt public spaces.

Graffiti Abatement

The City’s Graffiti Abatement Program offers no-cost graffiti removal services.

Neighborhood Fishing

Several Fort Worth lakes are stocked with fish by Texas Parks & Wildlife.

Naturally Fort Worth!

Natural Areas are either left in their natural habitat or minimally maintained.

Skate Parks

Fort Worth's skate parks are wheel-y spectacular.

Sports

The City of Fort Worth offers a variety of sports for residents of all ages to join a team, drop-in, or play solo while enjoying their favorite pastime.

Palette Program

The Palette Program was established to bring together and streamline various independent art initiatives across the city.

Mowing and Maintenance

Information regarding park maintenance, public space mowing, and alleyway mowing.

Park Dedication

The Neighborhood and Community Park Dedication Policy is to ensure there are parks and recreational facilities available to meet the fast pace growth and development needs in Fort Worth.

Park Reservations

Information to reserve pools, centers, pavilions, open spaces, and athletic fields.

The Palette Program

The Palette Program was established to bring together and streamline various independent art initiatives across the city. Led by the Graffiti Abatement Program (GAP), this initiative fosters creativity and provides meaningful opportunities for artists and the community.

Department Leadership

Richard Zavala

Director

Richard Zavala, Director of Fort Worth's Park & Recreation Department since 1992, holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Park Administration from Texas A&M University. With over three decades of expertise, he has overseen the department's growth, enriching the city with diverse amenities and programs. Beyond his role, Richard contributes to various city administration positions, demonstrating his commitment to Fort Worth's improvement. Actively engaged in professional organizations like the Texas Recreation and Park Society and National Recreation and Park Association, he ensures alignment with industry best practices. Richard's leadership advances the city's quality of life, making him a visionary in parks and recreation.