Amenities
Leisure Services Amenities
Learn more about what you can do through ACC Leisure Services. There are a wide variety of programs and facilities for the community to enjoy.
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Athletic Fields
From baseball to soccer, football, softball, and even multi-purpose fields, Leisure Services has a field for your game!
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Basketball Courts
Get in the game! ACC Leisure Services offers several indoor and outdoor locations for playing basketball.
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Beaches
The beach at Sandy Creek Park boasts a nice sized swimming area roped off in the lake so park visitors can take a dip on those hot summer days. Visit one of the public grill areas near the beach and enjoy a tasty meal after splashing around in the water!
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Boating
We offer two different boating experiences for water lovers! Sandy Creek Park boats 260 acre Lake Chapman which is open to small watercraft and boats with electric motors only. Ben Burton Park offers river access to the Middle Oconee River for small non-motorized craft only.
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Disc Golf
Sandy Creek Park's Disc Golf course--constructed by area volunteers--currently includes 29 holes and is open to anyone who enjoys the sport for a fee of $1 per person plus park admission.
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Dog Parks
Leisure Services offers almost 20 acres of public and private off-leash dog park areas at three parks - Memorial Park, Southeast Clarke, and Sandy Creek Park.
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Fishing
Go fishing with ACC Leisure Services! Take the day off and see what you can catch at Sandy Creek Park, Memorial Park, and the Greenway!
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Game Rooms
Is it too hot or too cold outside? Then head over to one of ACC Leisure Services game rooms and have some fun! There is no charge and the rooms are open during regular hours of operation.
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Gift Shops
ACC Leisure Services has two shopping locations for you! The Gallery Shop at Lyndon House Arts Center and the Frog Pond Shop at Sandy Creek Nature Center are available for your shopping pleasure.
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Horse Trails
The Buckeye Trail at Sandy Creek Park provides forested views with occasional glimpses of Lake Chapman
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Library/Resource Rooms
Leisure Services offers library and resource rooms at the East Athens Community Center, Lay Park Community Center, Lyndon House Arts Center, and Sandy Creek Nature Center.
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Picnic Shelters
Everyone loves to go on a picnic, and ACC Leisure Services has several options for your next one. Ants optional. Please call the particular facility for availability and to reserve a shelter.
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Playgrounds
The Leisure Services Department maintains a number of playgrounds located at parks around Athens-Clarke County.
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Skate Park
The Skate and BMX park is located at Southeast Clarke Park and can be accessed from the main parking area at 4440 Lexington Road. Designed to accommodate both skateboards and BMX bikes, the 14,000 square foot facility was funded by SPLOST 2000 and a $10,000 donation from the Tony Hawk Foundation.
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Tennis Courts
Leisure Services offers a number of tennis locations throughout the community!
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Trails and Open Space
Looking for a fun outdoor activity? Enjoy a day at the park with a stroll along a walking path or trail. Leisure Services offers several choices of varying difficulties, including both paved walking paths and natural surface trails. There's something for everyone, from families with small children to experienced hikers!