Tom Brown Park Makes It Easy to Build an Outdoor Day Around Different Interests

Finding one outdoor destination that suits several people can be a challenge. Tom Brown Park gives Tallahassee households a range of choices, from playground time and a walk to sports and more active recreation.

A broad mix in one park

The city describes the nearly 300-acre park as a major recreation destination on Tallahassee's east side, between Mahan Drive and Apalachee Parkway, east of Capital Circle SE. Its amenities include sports fields, tennis and racquetball courts, playgrounds, wooded trails, a pump track and a dog park. The official park page links to maps and information about specific activities.

Give the outing a little structure

Because the park covers a large area, agree on the exact meeting place rather than simply saying 'Tom Brown.' Pick one main activity and check the relevant map before arriving. Organized sports or other programming may affect the use of particular facilities, so confirm details if your plan depends on a court, field or scheduled event. The city lists sunrise-to-sunset hours. A shorter visit centered on one part of the park is a good introduction before exploring more of its trails and recreation areas.

Sources and further information

• City of Tallahassee: Tom Brown Park

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