Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority
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Attention: Queen City Park will be closed due to utility work in the area. This project is scheduled to start on December 16 with plans to be completed by December 23.

Activities & Classes
Aquatics & Pools
Athletics
PARAkids-- Camp and Extended Day
PARAfit
Outdoor Recreation
PARA4Life--Seniors
Parties & Extras
Therapeutic Recreation

Outdoor Recreation

For more information on trips, please contact: Mark Harrison, Outdoor Adventure Supervisor at 331-5600.

Click on "Online Registration" below to see a complete listing of our classes and activities.

Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp - Registration Now Open!

What is Outdoor Adventure Camp?

  • 5-week Program

  • We will meet every other week beginning Monday, June 3.

  • Each week will have a theme, with themed educational and recreational opportunities.

  • Camp will be offered for ages 8-12, and there is a minimum of 6 participants each week for camp to take place.  We will accept a maximum of 15 kids each week.

  • Camp pricing is $150/week or $650 for the 5-week program. There is also a $30* registration fee, which includes a camp t-shirt.

Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp

Outdoor Membership

Membership Includes:

  • Access to Outdoor Aquatics Facilities (seasonal)
    • Nancie Blewitt Swim Complex @ Bowers Park
    • Harrison Taylor Splash Pad @ Palmore Park
    • Freeman Pool
  • Small watercraft rentals at Van de Graaff Park
  • Annual Fishing Pass at Van de Graaff Park

Pricing:

  • $25 Registration Fee 
  • Individual (Age 16+)
    • $125/annual
  • Additional Family Members (Age 16+)
    • $25/annual
  • Discounts:
    • Senior (Age 62+):  10% 
    • Youth  (Age 3-15):  10% 
    • Ages 2 & Under:  FREE
Outdoor Membership

Mountain Bike Trails

Mountain Bike Trails

Disc Golf Courses

Bowers Park Disc Golf Course

  • Fun and challenging in hilly, wooded terrain. Features 3 open holes and 15 in beautiful woods. Three holes are positioned along a creek. All holes have 3 carpeted teepads for all skill levels. 
  • More Info

Palmore Park Disc Golf Course

  • The course has 18 holes and the course is mostly flat terrain and since it is flat it is a good course for beginners just learning to play disc golf.
  • There are tees for ALL skill levels: Gold, tees for pros with several +900' holes, Blue long tees, White short tees and Red tees for beginners. 
    -Brand new Innova Discatcher Targets
    -Multiple pin locations on most all holes
    -Great use of O.B. and tree lines to accommodate lack of elevation and obstacles 
    -Course runs along edge of park and mostly avoids other commonly used areas

Ol' Colony Disc Golf Course

  •  This mixed terrain course features open field shots with some changes in elevation and tightly wooded holes. The course has one tee and two pin positions per hole. 
  • Disc golfers are encouraged to use the ball golf clubhouse snack bar and bathrooms.
  • Dress code - disc golfers must wear a shirt during play.
  • More Info
Disc Golf Courses

Van de Graaff Park - RV & Tent Camping, Fishing, Canoes

General Park Info

Address:

3231 Robert Cardinal Road, Northport, AL

Main entrance is labeled "Gate 1"

Emergency Contact Numbers

  • In case of emergency, call 911
  • For park related issues:
    • 205-799-4038 Park Attendant
    • 205-361-2258 PARA Ranger
    • 205-393-8986

 

CLICK HERE FOR RV & Tent Camping Information

Fishing

  • All patrons must obtain a valid fishing license (where applicable) and follow rules by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
  • All overnight campers will receive up to 4 fishing permits per campsite.  Additional fishing permits may be purchased on-site.
  • Daily Fishing Permits: $10 Adults, 12 & under FREE with paid Adult (Fishing FREE with Outdoor Membership)

Boating

  • A boat ramp for hand-carried and non-gas motor boat launch is available.
  • Canoe and kayak rental is available on-site. (FREE with Outdoor Membership, $20-4 hours)
    • Hours: 10a-2p, Wednesday-Saturday, see park attendant upon arrival.

Other Amenities

  • A span of the 1812 Historic Bridge – open to foot traffic only
  • Porch style swings
  • A 1/3 mile walking trail
  • Pavilion
  • Potable Water
  • Grills
  • Fire Pits
  • Big Bat House
  • Canoes are available for seasonal rental (FREE with Outdoor Membership)
  • Horse Shoe Pit – must provide your own horseshoes
  • Portable Toilets
  • Trash Cans
Van de Graaff Park

Call Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm

(205)799-4038
Mark Harrison
331-5600
Email