Parks and Greenspaces

Discover the enchanting charm of Adair Park, a picturesque four-acre neighborhood park nestled in the heart of the Swanton Heights and Lenox Place communities. With its rich history, serene atmosphere, and recreational amenities, Adair Park is a beloved gathering place for residents and visitors…

A large multipurpose field is a key feature at this five-acre neighborhood recreational facility. There is a pool with a splash pad, basketball courts and playground area. Recent additions include a small pavilion with restrooms. The Decatur Parks and Recreation youth sports and Decatur High…

A 17-acre neighborhood park with two pavilions, picnic tables, grills and trash receptacles. Glenlake Pool is located in the park along with Glenlake Tennis Center which includes five lighted tennis courts and outside restrooms. There is a small upper field and lower field, basketball court…

A two-acre bio reserve of native Piedmont Habitat maintained by neighbors and owned by the City. Glenn Creek (formerly Hunter's Branch) runs through the property and is part of the South Fork Peachtree sub-watershed. Glenn Creek Nature Preserve was added to the Old-Growth Forest Network in…

A three-acre park directly behind Westchester Elementary School, offering a perfect place for a walk or some quiet time on a sunny day. The Westchester community has worked hard to preserve and beautify the park with native plants and a nature trail along the creek. Parking is available in the…

Located on .75 acre adjacent to Oakhurst School, the park offers a large, open grassy area, a play structure, a basketball court and three shaded picnic tables. Parking is available during out-of-school hours in the Oakhurst School parking lot.

Sycamore Park is located on Sycamore Street which is both a street and a historic neighborhood of Decatur. The street is known for its homes, which are some of the largest historic homes in Decatur. The Death House (named for a family of that name) was moved from 719 to 813 Sycamore Street for…

Waddell Park, a ravine-like oasis and green space, is located at the corner of Geneva Street and Champlain Street and serves as a local meeting place and play area. Originally named "Closeburn Park", an open space fed by natural springs "Lake Seneca" and saved from development and donated by the…