Fort Family Regional Park formerly known as 9A/Baymedows Regional Park is situated between Baymeadows Road East and State Road 9A in southeast Jacksonville. The City purchased the 52-acre parcel from Disston Ranch in June 2002. Volunteer representatives from neighborhoods in the area, known as Baywatch, intent is to keep an eye on the development, growth, transportation, zoning, and parks and recreation issues relating to the area. Baywatch has had a significant role in the planning and funding for the Park in their coordination with Councilmember Graham and the Mayor’s Office. In December 2003, the Master Plan of the Regional Park was completed. Park facilities currently include a tennis complex with clay courts, hard court and pickleball courts, soccer fields, infrastructure, playground, pavilions, and restrooms. In 2023, turf soccer fields and baseball fields were installed as well as a concession stand and new playground. Future Phase a Fishing Pier.
Available Amenities
Baseball
Basketball
Benches
Bike Racks
Concession Stand
Drinking Fountain
Hiking Trail
Parking
Pickleball
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Playground
Restrooms
Soccer
Tennis
Trash Barrels