Village Park's 2.5-mile trail, the 410-acre Environmental Preserve, Peaceful Waters, a dog park, a skate park and miles of bridle trails. Parks: 561-791-4005.

Last checked Oct. 10, 2026. Facts come from the Village of Wellington’s parks and facilities directory, its equestrian trails and micromobility pages. Updated when the village changes hours or rules.

Wellington runs big athletic complexes, more than 20 small neighborhood parks, two nature areas and a long network of bridle trails. Village Park on Pierson Road is the hub: Parks and Recreation has its offices there, and the Skate Park and Peaceful Waters Sanctuary sit inside it.

Who to call

  • Wellington Parks and Recreation: 561-791-4005, Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road
  • Aquatics Center: 561-791-4770, 3410 120th Ave. S.
  • Tennis Center: 561-791-4775, 3100 Lyons Road
  • Report a park problem: GoWellington

The big parks

Park Address Highlights Hours
Village Park Athletics Complex 11700 Pierson Road 2.5-mile asphalt trail with exercise stations, 12 lighted multipurpose fields, two gyms, covered roller hockey rink, skate park 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends
Greenbriar Park 2975 Greenbriar Blvd. Dog park, six pickleball courts, four sand volleyball courts Sunrise to sunset
Tiger Shark Cove 13800 Greenbriar Blvd. Themed playground, four softball fields, basketball Sunrise to sunset
Olympia Park 9830 Stribling Way Ballfields, batting cages, tennis, track 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends
South Shore Park 3401 South Shore Blvd. Ballfields, multipurpose fields, basketball Fields 8 a.m. to sunset; courts 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Greenview Shores Park 2163 Greenview Shores Blvd. Wellington High’s sports complex: track, football, tennis, basketball Varies by facility; see the village directory
Scott’s Place Barrier-Free Playground 12190 Forest Hill Blvd. Playground designed for children of all abilities 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, to 7 p.m. Sunday

Scott’s Place opened March 1, 2010, after more than 300 volunteers built it over one weekend. Residents Del and Barbara Williamson paid for it in memory of their son Scott, who died at age 6, according to the village.

Nature: Peaceful Waters and the Environmental Preserve

  • Peaceful Waters Sanctuary, 11676 Pierson Road, inside Village Park: a 30-acre wetland with 1,500 feet of raised boardwalk and a mile of walking trails, good for bird watching. No admission fee; it closes daily at dusk. The village’s utilities department says the constructed wetlands recycle treated water and have drawn more than 150 bird species.
  • Wellington Environmental Preserve at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat, also called Section 24, at 3491 Flying Cow Ranch Road: a 410-acre rainwater storage area built with the South Florida Water Management District. It has a paved path, a boardwalk, a butterfly garden, seven learning areas, a six-story observation tower and a 3.6-mile perimeter bridle trail. No admission fee.

Bridle trails

The village maintains 15 color-named bridle paths, from the Black Trail to the Yellow Trail, mapped on its equestrian trails page. The village describes more than 57 miles of trails open for riding, hiking, biking and running; its Environmental Preserve page puts the bridle network at about 65 miles.

E-bikes and e-scooters are banned on all public bridle trails under Ordinance 2026-16, to protect riders and horses. A second 2026 ordinance bars them from Wellington Town Center, all neighborhood parks and the Heart Trail at Village Park at posted times.

Dog park and skate park

  • Wellington Dog Park, at Greenbriar Park: fenced, off-leash sections for small, medium and large dogs, with water fountains, wash stations and shade pavilions. Open dawn to dusk; closed until 3 p.m. every Thursday for maintenance.
  • Wellington Skate Park, inside Village Park: ramps, rails and a half-pipe, open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or sunset, whichever comes first. Bring your own safety gear.

Pools, tennis and water

  • Aquatics Center, 3410 120th Ave. S.: competition pool, waterslide and splash play area.
  • Tennis Center, 3100 Lyons Road: 21 clay courts and a pro shop.
  • Forest Hill Boat Ramp, 12500 Forest Hill Blvd.: open sunrise to sunset, by village permit only; ask Planning and Zoning.
  • Town Center Promenade, behind the Community Center at 12150 Forest Hill Blvd.: a waterfront walk on Lake Wellington, home of the December boat parade.

Park rules to know

No bikes, scooters, skateboards or rollerblades in neighborhood parks, on boat docks, on turf, on playgrounds, on basketball or tennis courts or in parking lots, under the 2026 parks ordinance. Open gym at Village Park needs registration and photo ID; nonresidents pay $15.

What this means for you

  • Walking loop with exercise stations: Village Park, 2.5 miles.
  • Best birding: Peaceful Waters, then the Environmental Preserve tower.
  • Dog owners: skip Thursday mornings at Greenbriar.

More: things to do this month, getting around Wellington and history and landmarks.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a dog park in Wellington, Florida?

Yes. The Wellington Dog Park at Greenbriar Park, 2975 Greenbriar Blvd., has fenced off-leash areas for small, medium and large dogs. It is open dawn to dusk and closes until 3 p.m. each Thursday for maintenance.

Where can I walk or hike in Wellington?

The 2.5-mile paved trail at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road; the boardwalks and one mile of trails at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary next door; and the paved path, boardwalk and observation tower at the 410-acre Wellington Environmental Preserve, 3491 Flying Cow Ranch Road.

Can I ride an e-bike on Wellington’s bridle trails?

No. A 2026 village ordinance bans e-bikes and e-scooters on all public bridle trails, in neighborhood parks and at Wellington Town Center.

What are Village Park’s hours?

8 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends, according to the village. Call Parks and Recreation at 561-791-4005.

Is there a public boat ramp in Wellington?

Yes, the Forest Hill Boat Ramp at 12500 Forest Hill Blvd., open sunrise to sunset, but use is by village permit only, through the Planning and Zoning Department.