For children ages 4-12. Email Raul Arbelaez, league president, at info@centralll.com or visit centralll.com.

A 25-and-over league. Younger players are allowed based on their abilities. Games played at Burley and Sutherland Middle schools. Email David Hash at davidleehash@gmail.com or go to charlottesvillemabl.com.

Since 1996, this group has served boys ages 5-15 and girls ages 5-14 from Albemarle, Nelson and surrounding areas. (434) 970-2255; P.O. Box 9, Covesville, VA 22931; covecreek@covecreekpark.com.

For ages 13-18. Games and practices at Lane Park. (434) 977-5772; laneinfo@embarqmail.com; lanebaberuth.org.

Formed in the 1950s, this league offers T-ball and baseball for boys and girls ages 4-12. Games played at McIntire Park. info@mcintirell.com; mcintirell.com.

Ages 4-12 from Charlottesville, Albemarle and surrounding counties. The league also offers a Challenger program for special-needs youths ages 4 through high school. Games played at Quarry Park. Call Steve Morris at (434) 953-6491. Boatsam53@yahoo,com eteamz.com/monticellolittleleague.

Open to children ages 4-15 who live in the following elementary school districts: Agnor-Hurt, Cale, Hollymead, Stone-Robinson, Baker-Butler, Red Hill, Stony Point, Broadus Wood, Greer, Scottsville and Woodbrook. Games are played at Hollymead, Woodbrook, Charlottesville Catholic School, Burley, Sutherland and Baker-Butler. Registration for Fall Ball opens in mid-July and registration for spring leagues begins in December. ncrlbaseball@gmail.com; northsidecalripken.org.

Open to boys and girls ages 4-18 who live in the following school districts: Brownsville, Crozet, Meriwether Lewis and Murray elementaries; Henley Middle; and Western Albemarle High School; as well as in neighborhoods west of Red Hill Elementary in North Garden and in Nelson County. Contact Cheryl Madison at peachtree@peachtree baseball.com; 1703 Daybreak Lane, Crozet, VA 22932; or visit peachtreebaseball.com.

For boys and girls ages 4-12. Contact Timmy Cersley at (434) 566-2826 or gnomecfdhg@gmail.com.

Open to boys and girls ages 3-6. (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

Open to all adult men. Contact Amy Smith at (434) 296-5844 or asmith@albemarle.org. albemarle.org/parks.

Open to boys and girls in grades 1-8. Contact Mike Mountjoy at cvilleyouthbb@gmail.com; Avery Watkins at (434) 970-3271 or watkinsa@charlottesville.org.charlottesville.org/parksandrec.

Open to boys and girls ages 3-8. (434) 974-9622; piedmontymca.org.

Open to boys and girls ages 5-15 from Albemarle, Fluvanna, Buckingham and Nelson counties. Contact Phyllis Johnson at (434) 286-3612 or pjohnson9@yahoo.com.

Open to girls and boys ages 6 and up. Registration begins in September. Email Linda Pease at lpease@k12albemarle.org. royalette.com.

For ages 7-18 who share a passion for bird watching, conservation, citizen science, photography and adventure. The group has bimonthly meetings with educational speakers, as well as field trips to local and distant birding hotspots. Speakers are available to visit service clubs and schools to educate about birding-related topics. Contact Gabriel Mapel, president, at info@blueridgeyoung birders.org. (540) 363-5035; blueridgeyoungbirders.org.

Informal group of about 170 people who share enthusiasm for bird watching, conservation, citizen science, photography and adventure. The group has bimonthly meetings with educational speakers, as well as field trips to local and distant birding hotspots. Speakers are available to visit service clubs and schools to educate about birding-related topics. monticellobirdclub.org.

Offering canoe, kayak and raft rentals and riverside camping in downtown Scottsville on the James River. (434) 286-4386; canoetown@gmail.com; reelingandrafting.com.

Offers canoeing, rafting, tubing, kayaking, camping and fishing on the James in Scottsville. (434) 286-2338; jamesriver.com.

Offers canoe, kayak, paddle board and tube rentals and guided trips of various lengths, aimed at different experience levels, from the base at 1538 E. High St. in Charlottesville. (434) 218-2052; rivanna rivercompany@gmail.com; rivannarivercompany.com.

A chapter of the International Mountain Bicycling Association, this group is dedicated to community service through building and maintaining trails. Also educates on trail construction and maintenance and organizes group rides in Central Virginia for riders with various levels of experience. P.O. Box 6516, Charlottesville, VA 22901; info@cambc.org; cambc.org.

Promotes bicycle racing and the cycling community. cvilleracing.com.

Nine-hole course in Charlottesville. (434) 970-3270; charlottesville.org/parksandrec.

18-hole course in Albemarle County. (434) 296-5844; albemarle.org/parks.

Open to girls in grades 1-8. Contact Maureen Perriello at maureenperriello@yahoo.com. agll.org.

The largest youth football league in Central Virginia. Open to boys and girls ages 5-14. tjyflinfo@gmail.com; tjyfl.net.

Open to boys and girls ages 5-11. (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

Leads hikes, has workshops and maintains trails at Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest, Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Email Barbara Martin at barbara@barbaramartinmusic.com. patc-charlottesville.blogspot.com; (434) 985-9854.

Ages 5-7 (beginner) and 8 and up (beginner/intermediate). Classes are held at the Crozet YMCA. (434) 205-4385; piedmontymca.org.

Open to grades 1-8. Practices are at various schools and games are at St. Anne’s-Belfield. Contact Maureen Perriello at (434) 296-6005 or maureenperriello@yahoo.com.

Open to grades K-4 and girls ages 6-17. Offering spring recreational league, summer programs, summer/fall travel (U9-HS), ongoing camps and clinics. Email brian@seminolelax.org. seminolelax.org.

Open to grades K-4. Games are played at Charlottesville High School. (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

Offers mixed martial arts training, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kempo Karate, fitness classes, women’s self-defense and a children’s program. Led by instructor Dave Morris. (434) 975-6624; dave@mmainstitute.com; charlottesvillemma.com.

The state’s oldest rugby club, founded in 1961. Plays in the Mid-Atlantic Rugby Football Union men’s division. Practices Tuesday and Thursday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars post on River Road. (540) 209-0690; virginiarugby.org.

With more than 1,000 members, the club conducts races each year, including the Charlottesville 10-Miler, the Women’s 4-Miler and the New Year’s 5K. Open to all ages and abilities and offers training. charlottesvilletrackclub.org.

Located on the east side of McIntire Park, the skate park is free and open to the general public. Equipment includes ramps, jumps and boxes. Open noon to dusk Monday through Friday and noon to dusk Saturday and Sunday. Summer hours are noon to dusk daily. Helmet, elbow pads and kneepads are required and available for free use from an attendant on site. (434) 244-0166.

Offers tandem freefall jumps and accelerated freefall training at the Orange County Airport. (703) SKY-DIVE; skydiveorange.com.

Programs for boys and girls ages 8-18 with tryouts for some teams. Programs and camps are in the spring, summer and fall. (434) 974-GOAL; monusc.org.

Co-educational league for ages 4-15. P.O. Box 913, Scottsville, VA 24590; soks.soccer@gmail.com; scottsvillesoks.com.

Teams for boys and girls ages 5 and older, as well as adult league teams. Serves the Charlottesville and Shenandoah Valley areas. Contact Matt Wilson at Matt.wilson@socaspot.org or (434) 975-5025. socaspot.org.

Hosts year-round technique instruction programs for children and adults, provides various soccer position training by a licensed professional coach. (434) 430-0378; westcitysoccer.com.

Various programs open to boys and girls ages 3-8 in the spring, summer and fall. (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

A fast-pitch travel team open to girls in Charlottesville, Albemarle and surrounding counties. Teams 10-and-under through 18-and-under. (434) 531-5907; redbirdssoftball@comcast.net; facebook.com/albemarleredbirds.

Open to all adults. Spring/summer and fall leagues. Games played at Darden Towe Park, McIntire Park, Washington Park and Piedmont Virginia Community College. Contact Avery Watkins at (434) 970-3271 or watkinsa@charlottesville.org. charlottesville.org/parksandrec.

Group open to men ages 55 and older and women ages 40 and over. Teams practice at 9 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday from March to October and play monthly luncheon games, hosting teams from Richmond and Altavista. Games are played at Darden Towe Park. Contact Larry Stremikis at (434) 328-2420 or larrystremikis@earthlink.net. charlottesvilleretreads.org.

In partnership with Albemarle County and Charlottesville parks and recreation departments, this group serves girls ages 4-16. Contact Jason Payne at jagsllinfo@gmail.com or 1710 Cherry Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903.

Two hardball and two softball indoor courts located near Albemarle High School. (434) 973-1321.

McArthur Squash Center, Boar’s Head Inn. 33,000-square-foot facility offers nine singles (softball) squash courts and two doubles (hardball) squash courts to University of Virginia faculty, staff, students, members of the Boar’s Head Sports Club and guests of the Boar’s Head Inn. Private lessons, clinics, summer camps and club activities available. Contact Dean Russell at (434) 972-7426 or dean_russell@boarsheadinn.com. boarsheadinn.com.

Offers swimming lessons for all age levels and all age groups in two pools at 151 McIntire Park Drive. (434) 974-9622; piedmontymca.org.

Offers daily swimming at the lake from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is north of the Charlottesville Albemarle Airport on Route 850, off Route 606. Summer passes available. (434) 296-5844.

Located in Claudius Crozet Park, the PARC YMCA offers year-round aquatics, fitness and recreation programs. Features eight-lane, beach-entry pool. Recreational, instructional, developmental and competitive swim pro-grams. (434) 205-4380; piedmontymca.org.

Eighteen youth teams in Central Virginia with about 3,000 swimmers compete during June and July. Age divisions range from 5-6 to 15-18. Email president@jsl.org or visit jsl.org.

Operated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, this park has a swimming beach, concession stand and bathhouse available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is located at 6800 Lawyers Road in Spotsylvania. (540) 854-5503; lakeanna@dcr.virginia.gov; dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks.

Offers daily swimming at the lake from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is on Mint Springs Park Road in Crozet. Summer passes available. (434) 296-5844.

Outdoor water facility owned and operated by the city of Charlottesville at 300 Meade Ave. Summer passes available. (434) 295-7532.

Operated by the city of Charlottesville on the campus of Buford Middle School at 1000-A Cherry Ave. Multi-visit passes available. (434) 970-3072.

Operated by the University of Virginia and open to students, faculty and staff. Located at 450 Whitehead Road, adjacent to Scott Stadium. Offers 50-meter pools, Jacuzzi, wading pool, cardiovascular equipment, strength training, aerobic dance, martial arts. (434) 924-3791; virginia.edu/ims/aquatics.

Offers daily swimming at the lake from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is on Walnut Creek Park Road in North Garden. Summer passes available. (434) 296-5844.

Outdoor pool owned and operated by the city of Charlottesville on Preston Avenue. Summer passes available. (434) 977-2607.

Eight lighted hard courts.

Six lighted hard courts.

Ages 5-12 (also classes for seniors). (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

Four-court complex. No lights.

Eight hard courts, four of which are lighted. Tonsler Park. Four lighted hard courts.

Four lighted hard courts.

The university has 13 lighted courts next to Memorial Gym. Public use is sometimes restricted. To reserve a court up to two days in advance, email recsports@virginia.edu or call (434) 924-3791 during business hours. Reservations are one hour in duration, with a 10-minute forfeiture time. A claim ticket can be picked up with a valid ID card from the equipment checkout desk.

Open to children ages 3 to 10. (434) 974-4651; piedmontymca.org.

Pickup games, recreational leagues in the summer and winter. Co-ed pickup games are held Sundays at Washington Park. cudo.ultimate@gmail.com; cvilleultimate.org.

Open to girls ages 10-18 from Central Virginia. (434) 218-1276; charlottesvillevolleyball.com.

Open to all adults. Contact Avery Watkins at (434) 970-3271 or watkinsa@charlottesville.org. charlottesville.org/parksandrec.

Programs available for boys ages 5-18. cavalierwrestlingclub.org.

23-acre park off Old Lynchburg Road. On the south side is Moores Creek, which adds to the site’s charm as it winds its way along the entire length of the park. Recreational facilities include an athletic field, a concession stand, basketball courts, playground, shelter and restrooms. An off-leash dog area is available on the east end of the park. In other areas of the park, dogs must be on-leash and under control. Dog owners are asked to clean up after their dogs; a bag dispenser is provided. Garden plots are available for rent by calling (434) 970-3592. Park hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

This small landscaped area is at the corner of U.S. 250 Bypass and Hillcrest Road. It includes a park bench and tall trees and is a great spot for lunch for those within walking distance. There is no adjacent parking available, but there is limited on-street parking in the neighborhood.

This 3.1-acre park is between Stonehenge Avenue, Rialto Street and Druid Avenue. The park contains a basketball court, benches, restrooms, playground equipment, large shady oak trees and a courtyard with shelter for outdoor concerts. During summer, a sprayground is operational from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Park hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on the street.

Located in the Jefferson School City Center at 233 Fourth St. NW, this 33,000-square-foot facility offers a fitness center and fitness classes; recreational studios for arts and crafts, gymnastics and dance; and a high-teach teen center. Fees apply. Passes available for unlimited visits at Carver and the Smith Aquatic and Fitness Center.

Located at 1700 Rose Hill Drive on the campus of Walker Upper Elementary School, Crow includes a game room and a kitchen. Hours are 3 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday.

This one-acre park, formerly known as Lee Park and Emancipation Park, is between Jefferson Street, First Street Northeast, Market Street and Second Street Northeast. The park, which is part of the Virginia Civil War Trails program, provides a lunchtime oasis in the downtown area, with benches and gardens. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

A small neighborhood park within Grove, Spring and King streets. The fenced-in park rises above the surrounding streets and contains a basketball court, shelter and playground. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on the street.

This 7.35-acre park on Forest Hills Avenue provides spectacular views of Carter Mountain. The park has a basketball court, playgrounds, a large sprayground, two pavilions and restrooms. The picnic shelter is available for reservations. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Consists of 28.3 acres in the Greenbrier neighborhood with walking/biking trails along Meadow Creek. Enjoy the view of sycamore groves, a meadow and Greenbrier Marsh, believed to be one of only two natural marshes in the Virginia Piedmont region. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on nearby streets.

This park, on Rose Hill Drive, contains 14 acres of grassy hillsides with hardwood and evergreen trees. Offers a playground, sprayground, picnic shelter with seasonal restrooms and a half basketball court. There is a wide, soft-surface trail that follows a creek near the U.S. 250 Bypass and connects the park to Walker Upper Elementary School and to natural trails leading to Plymouth Road.

This 3.1-acre neighborhood park at the south end of Sixth Street Southeast borders Moores Creek. The park has a basketball court, playground and picnic area. The Rivanna Trail passes through the park. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on the street. Dogs must be on a leash and under control.

A small park in the heart of downtown on property boarded by Jefferson Street, Fourth Street Northeast, High Street and Court Square. The park, which recently was renamed from Justice Park, and before that, Jackson Park is part of the Virginia Civil War Trails program, contains well-maintained flowerbeds and a number of benches. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Located at 800 Market St., adjacent to the City Hall Annex, the center has a gymnasium, kitchen and meeting rooms and is home to many programs and activities. Passes available. Hours vary.

This 1.1-acre park is atop a hill next to the McGuffey Art Center at Second Street Northwest and Jefferson Street. Contains a playground, a half basketball court, a “weeping water well” and a circular path. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on the street.

One of the most popular parks in the city, McIntire is just off the U.S. 250 Bypass. There are lighted diamond fields, picnic shelters, trails on the west side of the park near picnic shelters and a bridge to Charlottesville High School. The park is the home of a newly opened YMCA facility and the future home of a botanical garden. The annual Dogwood Festival is held each April. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

In a new location in McIntire Park Eastthe park is free and open to the general public. Equipment includes ramps, jumps and boxes. Open daily from 8.a.m. to sunset Helmet, elbow pads and kneepads are required and available for free use from an attendant on site. (434) 244-0166.

A 5.2-acre park at the corner of Meade Avenue and Chesapeake Street. Houses the Onesty Family Aquatic Center, a 15,750-square-foot facility that features a water slide, zero-depth entry family area with multiple water play features, lazy river, diving board and three lap lanes. The park also has a picnic shelter, playground and an open field. Park is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; aquatic center hours vary. Dogs are not permitted inside the aquatic facility.

This 20-acre park, off Morton Drive near the intersection of Emmet Street and U.S. 250, contains 73 community garden plots, trails and a disc golf course. The gardens are located off Morton Drive near the intersection of Emmet Street and the U.S. 250 Bypass. Meadow Creek meanders through the woods along the entire southeastern portion of the park, and the Rivanna Trail runs through the park. To rent a garden plot, call (434) 970-3592.

This 4.8-acre neighborhood park is at the corner of Sheridan Avenue and Calhoun Street. There is a basketball court and playground. A pedestrian bridge connects the park to Marshall Street. Picnic tables are available. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available on the street.

This 280-acre park is off East Rio Road on Pen Park Road and is the largest city park. Pen Park includes the Meadowcreek Golf Course, eight tennis courts, a Little League baseball field with batting cage, volleyball court, outdoor fitness course with 10 exercise stations winding through the natural setting toward the Rivanna River, a volleyball court, three outdoor picnic shelters and a large play-ground. The golf facilities offer a championship 18-hole course, practice range, putting green, short game practice area, full-service golf shop and dining facilities. Tee times can be reserved online or by calling (434) 977-0615. The park is open sunrise to 10 p.m. Dogs are allowed in the park on-leash, but are not allowed on the golf course.

This 9.1-acre park is on Quarry Road, off Monticello Avenue. Facilities include three diamond fields, a concession stand and restrooms. There is a parking lot near the restrooms and some off-street parking is provided. The park, which derives its name from the road that once led to an old stone quarry, has mountain views. The Rivanna Trail system runs nearby. Dogs must be on a leash and under control. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

A 20-mile rustic “urban wilderness” hiking trail built and maintained by volunteers that encircles the city. The handicapped-accessible trail begins at Riverview Park and meanders north about 2.3 miles, crossing under Free Bridge and U.S. 250 along the Rivanna River. It serves as a community-wide resource for play, exercise, relaxation and nature-related recreation. rivannatrails@gmail.com; rivannatrails.org.

This 26.6-acre park is at the end of Chesapeake Street. Features include a playground, benches, an open field and a large parking area. Dogs are allowed off-leash on designated portions of the trail in Riverview Park on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Dogs must be on a leash and under control in all other areas. The adjacent Rivanna Greenbelt trail provides opportunities for walking, jogging, bicycling, fishing and observing wildlife. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The 4.3-acre park consists of a flat open space with a view of Carter Mountain in the distance. Located on Rives Street between Monticello and Florence roads, the park features a basketball court, athletic field, open play area, picnic shelters, playgrounds, restrooms and walking paths. Hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is available.

This trail connects the Albemarle County Office Building to McIntire Park. Volunteers with ArtinPlace and the Living Center for Education partner with the city to keep the park clean and attractive and to promote its use and natural state.

Located on the campus of Buford Middle School at 1000-A Cherry Ave., Smith includes a fitness center, dance and exercise studio, two indoor pools, locker rooms and a wet classroom. Fees apply. Passes available for unlimited visits at Smith and the Carver Recreation Center.

This small neighborhood park is at Seventh Street Northwest and Elsom Street and is currently an open field. Limited parking available nearby. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

One of the busiest parks in the city, this 8.7-acre facility is on Cherry Avenue at Fifth Street Southwest. Features include a recreation center, tennis courts, a life-sized chess board, lighted basketball courts, baseball field and extensive playground equipment. Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Off-street parking is available by the tennis courts and in front of the recreation center.

A 63-acre park located in Scottsville with walking trails and Scottsville Lake, regularly stocked with trout by Virginia’s Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Anyone over the age of 16 must have a Virginia fishing license. Open daily during daylight hours. scottsville.org.

This 9.25-acre park is at the intersection of Preston Avenue and 10th Street near the center of Charlottesville. The park is the home of Washington Park Pool, the Washington Park Center, basketball courts, playgrounds, a diamond field and open play area. Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking lots are at upper and lower levels.

This 219-acre park is at 4365 Beaver Creek Road, Crozet. The lake is 104 acres and has a boat launch, but swimming is prohibited. There are four picnic tables scattered throughout the park and restrooms are available. Fishing is permitted with the appropriate license. Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

This peaceful park sits in the heart of Scottsville at the corner of Harrison and Main streets. Open during daylight hours.

This 25-acre park is open during daylight hours and offers 1.5 miles of trails. On Whitewood Road, off Hydraulic Road near Albemarle High School.

This 239-acre park is at 4748 Chris Greene Lake Road. The park features two beach areas, three miles of hiking trails, a dog park (with swim area) and areas for fishing and boating. There are eight picnic tables, two picnic shelters and five grills located throughout the park. The beach area is open for swimming from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day except on days when Albemarle public schools are in session. Canoes can be rented for $5 an hour. Fishing is permitted with the appropriate license. Park entrance fee charged from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Season passes available for individuals and families. Open daylight hours throughout the year. Take U.S. 29 toward Earlysville, turn left onto Route 649 (Airport Road), turn right onto Route 606 and left onto Chris Greene Lake Road.

This 113-acre park jointly is owned with the city of Charlottesville and is off Route 20 on Darden Towe Park Road. It has three softball fields; four multi-purpose fields used for soccer, lacrosse and football; four tennis courts, a Little League baseball field; and 3.8 miles of trails. Other park amenities include a wheelchair-accessible playground area; a picnic shelter with seating capacity of 50; electricity and open grills; and restrooms. There is also canoe access to the Rivanna River. The park includes a 1-acre dog park. Open daylight hours through the year. Take U.S. 250 to Route 20 North (Stony Point Road), then left onto Elk Ridge Drive.

This 2-acre park is at 250 Page St. in Scottsville. Park amenities include a softball field, soccer field, two tennis courts and walking path. The playground area is wheelchair accessible. The park has a picnic shelter with seating capacity of 50 and electricity, but no grills. Restrooms are available. Take Route 20 to Scottsville, turn onto West Main Street and then onto Page Street. Open from 7 a.m. until dark throughout the year.

This 215-acre preserve jointly is owned with Charlottesville and managed with the help of the volunteer-based Ivy Creek Foundation. The area contains more than six miles of walking trails. Pets, jogging, hunting and collecting specimens are not allowed on site. Take U.S. 29 to Hydraulic Road, turn onto Route 743 (Earlysville Road). Open from 7 a.m. until sunset every day. (434) 973-7772; ivycreekfoundation.org.

This 520-acre park in Crozet features swimming areas, more than three miles of hiking trails, fishing areas (with proper license) and boating access. The park has six picnic tables, five grills and two picnic shelters with open grills and electricity. Park entrance fee charged from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Swimming hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day except on days when Albemarle public schools are in session. Daylight hours, all year. Take U.S. 250 to Route 240, turn onto Route 788 (Railroad Avenue), turn onto Route 864 (Mint Springs Park Road).

6610 Blackwells Hollow Trail, Crozet. This 600-acre park features a series of multi-use trails for hiking, running, mountain biking and horseback riding. Restrooms available. Open from 7 a.m. until dark (weather permitting). From Charlottesville, follow Barracks Road (which turns into Garth Road) to the Piedmont Store in White Hall. At the store, go around the curve to Route 810 (do not go straight up to Sugar Hollow). Follow Route 810 for 7.8 miles and the parking area is on the left.

This 571-acre park is at 3690 Burnley Station Road. The park has 10 miles of trails for hiking, running, mountain biking and horseback riding. Trails range from easy to moderate. An advanced mountain bike trail recently opened. Restrooms available. Open 7 a.m. to dark (weather permitting). On Burnley Station Road, 2.6 miles from U.S. 29. The trails at this park might be closed during times of inclement weather.

This 980-acre preserve surrounds the Ragged Mountain Reservoir and is owned by the city of Charlottesville. Features hiking trails through forest, rugged terrain and areas rich with wildlife. (434) 970-3260.

This 13-acre park in Esmont features a Little League baseball field, a multi-purpose field for open use, two tennis courts and a basketball court. There is a playground area and wheelchair-accessible picnic shelters with three picnic tables and open grills. A three-feature water park area with a sunning plaza is open during the summer. Restrooms available seasonably. Hours are 7 a.m. to dark. From Charlottesville, take Route 20 south to Route 712, left on Route 715, left on Route 627, then right on Simpson Park Drive.

Visitors are invited to stroll the parkway on Route 53, open from sunrise to sunset. The parkway features Kemper Park, an 89-acre expanse with an arboretum, pond, woodland theater and overlook. The Saunders-Monticello Trail stretches two miles along the south side of the parkway. The park is owned and operated by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, which owns and operates Monticello. Limited parking is available at the base of Route 53 and additional parking is available in a lot off Route 20. Dogs must be kept on a leash and can not go past the pond on the Saunders-Monticello Trail. Open daylight hours.

This 209-acre park is on Totier Creek Road, Scottsville. Fishing, with proper license, and boating allowed, gasoline-powered motors prohibited. The park offers three miles of trails, four picnic tables and restrooms. Open daylight hours throughout the year. Take Route 20 to Scottsville, turn right onto Route 726, turn left onto Route 845.

This 525-acre park in the Red Hill area features 45 water acres with boat launch; 15 miles of trails for mountain biking, hiking, and running; an 18-hole disc golf course; and two beach acres for swimming. The beach is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day except on days when Albemarle public schools are in session. There are four picnic tables scattered throughout the park and two picnic shelters available for rent. Open daylight hours. Park entrance fee charged from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. From Charlottesville, take U.S. 29 south, turn left onto Route 708, turn right onto Route 631 and the park is on the left.