Azalea Park
Azalea Park is a Charlottesville park located off Old Lynchburg Road near the city's southern border with Albemarle County.
The park consists of 23 acres of flat land, a pathway along Moores Creek, two paved parking areas, a playground, a Little League baseball field, a concession stand, basketball courts, and swing sets. There is also an enclosed area for dogs to run off-leash[1].
History
The City purchased the land from the Bellmead Corporation in two purchases made in 1965.
Azalea Park is located off Old Lynchburg Road at the southwestern edge of the City near Interstate 64. Off-street parking is available.
From the Downtown Mall: Take Ridge Street south onto 5th Street, continue some distance and turn right onto Harris Road. Proceed several blocks and turn right onto Jefferson Park Avenue, travel a few blocks and turn left onto Old Lynchburg Road. Travel south past the sharp turn and the park is abruptly on the left.
From Interstate 64:Take 5th Street exit, turn south on 5th Street Extended. Turn right onto Old Lynchburg Road. Travel approximately 1 mile. The park is on the right.
From Route 250: Head south on Emmet Street onto Jefferson Park Avenue, continue south and turn left onto Jefferson Park Avenue Extended and continue a few blocks. Turn right onto Old Lynchburg Road, travel south past the sharp turn and the park is abruptly on the left.
Renovations
Azalea Park is the next city park to receive a makeover. City Council began the master planning process for Azalea Park at their meeting on September 21, 2009. A second meeting to discuss the future of the park will be held on December 17, 2009 at Cherry Avenue Christian Church.
A new trail connecting the park to Monte Vista Avenue opened in the fall of 2010[2]. Construction is scheduled to occur in the fall of 2012. The dog park and the playground will switch locations. A new bike facility will also be built. [3].
External links
References
- ↑ Azalea Park on City's website, retrieved on February 27, 2009
- ↑ Web. Neighborhood Development Services News & Notes, retrieved October 22, 2010.
- ↑ Web. Azalea Park Improvements - Implementation and Timeline, Chris Gensic, January 31, 2011, retrieved February 15, 2011.