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Spring Ecofest and Arbor Day Celebration

April 3rd, 11am-2pm
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George C. McGough Nature Park (view slideshow)

Also known as "the turtle park" for its abundant aquatic turtle population, McGough Nature Park is located at 11901 146th Street North. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and stroll through the shady oak hammock or through the mangroves along the intercoastal waterway. Make sure you visit the nature center which houses live animal exhibits and hands-on activities for children. The park offers several environmental education programs. McGough Nature Park offers the following amenities:

4 picnic shelters
Butterfly garden
Live wildlife on display
Nature center

Nature trails and boardwalks
Pier overlooking the intracoastal waterway
Playground

Park Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 6:45 p.m. daily

Download the map of McGough Nature Park

John R. Bonner Park

This park is Largos best kept secret! It is located at 14444 143rd Street North. This park is on the Great Florida Birding Trail because of its diverse migratory bird population.
Park amenities include:

A large picnic shelter
Covered pavilion overlooking the intercoastal waterway
Dogs are permitted in designated areas of the park
Nature trails
Playground

Park Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 6:45 p.m. daily

Largo Central Park Nature Preserve

The City of Largo's newest park is located at 150 Highland Avenue SE. The Preserve is surrounded by fresh water, so it is a home to a variety of wildlife. It offers the following amenities: (download brochure)(5mb pdf)

2-story observation tower
Canoe/kayak trail (download route map)
Interpretive kiosk
Nature trails and boardwalks
Picnic shelter
Recreational trail (paved)
Stormwater treatment facility

Park Hours:
6:30 a.m. to sunset

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Aerial of George C. Mcgough Nature Park		Aerial of John R. Bonner Park after exotic plant species removal. Natives will be replanted over the next 1-2 years

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News and Announcements

Enter Largo Recreation's Captain Play Coloring Contest!
Published: Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Show off your creativity and coloring skills with our Captain Play Coloring Contest! Facebook Fans of Largo Recreation, Parks & Arts can print out the coloring page from our Facebook Page, submit th...
Largo Recreation Wants to Hear From You!
Published: Thursday, July 15, 2010
Love our parks? Look forward to one of Largo's special events every year? Have ideas on ways we can improve our facilities or programs? Largo Recreation, Parks and Arts wants to hear from you! Click...
Crank It Up a Notch with Morning Boot Camp Classes at Datsko Park
Published: Monday, May 17, 2010
Tired of your usual fitness routine? Looking for a great morning workout to help you get fit this summer? Largo Recreation is now offering Boot Camp classes at its new Datsko Park location (3099 Whi...

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