Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park
Toddler-friendly park in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Lake Catherine Sportsplex, 9470 MacArthur Blvd, and Lake Catherine Lakeside Park, 9481 MacArthur Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 3340312 mo–16 yrs
45–120 min
morning · afternoon
Sportsplex hours are dawn to dusk on the Palm Beach County Sports Commission page. The city pages do not post hours. 561-630-1100.
Two free city sites across MacArthur Boulevard. The city's amenity table lists 2 bathrooms, a playground, and 4 softball fields at the Sportsplex (9470 MacArthur Blvd). The city's facility list also names a concession stand there. Lakeside Park (9481 MacArthur Blvd) has a bathroom, fishing, a canoe/kayak launch, and a trail; the city's trail map says the Lake Catherine trail is 0.40 miles, and the park page lists an Arbor Day tree collection. The Palm Beach County Sports Commission lists Sportsplex hours as dawn to dusk. The city pages do not post hours. 561-630-1100.
Why kids love it
A playground and restrooms at the Sportsplex, and a short trail plus a canoe/kayak launch across the street.
Palm Beach Gardens · North Palm Beach
🎒 Packing list
- • Water bottles
- • Sunscreen
- • Hat
- • Snacks
- • Wipes & diapers
- • Change of clothes
Safety notes
- ! Check slides & equipment for heat — Florida sun makes them burn-hot fast
- ! Keep eyes on water features and ponds
Parent reviews
Quick facts
- Address
- Lake Catherine Sportsplex, 9470 MacArthur Blvd, and Lake Catherine Lakeside Park, 9481 MacArthur Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- 12 mo–16 yr
- Time needed
- 45–120 minutes
- Best time
- morning and afternoon
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Hours
- Sportsplex hours are dawn to dusk on the Palm Beach County Sports Commission page. The city pages do not post hours. 561-630-1100.
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Questions about Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park
Is Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park for ages 12 mo–16 yr. A playground and restrooms at the Sportsplex, and a short trail plus a canoe/kayak launch across the street.
How much does Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park cost?
Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park?
Most families spend 45 to 120 minutes. It is at its best in the morning and afternoon. Sportsplex hours are dawn to dusk on the Palm Beach County Sports Commission page. The city pages do not post hours. 561-630-1100.
Does Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Lake Catherine Sportsplex and Lakeside Park has restrooms. Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of stroller access here, so check before you go.
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