10/1/26 @ 8:30 a.m. 

Water service has been fully restored to all restrooms at Westside Regional Park following repairs to a waterline leak that caused a loss of water pressure in several of the park’s restrooms.

Florida Infrastructure completed repairs to the waterline on Wednesday, Sept. 30. Facilities Maintenance was able to restore service to the restrooms at the Competition Fields and Dog Park, while the restrooms near the playground remained temporarily closed while the new pipes were inspected.

Florida Infrastructure returned Thursday morning to check the water flow, and all restrooms are now open and operating normally.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer 

9/30/26 @ 4:30 p.m.

Nassau County is addressing a waterline leak at Westside Regional Park that caused a loss of water pressure in several of the park’s restrooms.

Florida Infrastructure made repairs to the waterline today, and Facilities Maintenance was able to restore water service to the restrooms at the Competition Fields. The restrooms near the Dog Park also remain open and are operating normally.

The restrooms next to the playground remain temporarily out of service. Florida Infrastructure will return Thursday morning, Oct. 1, to check the water flow through the newly repaired pipes. If everything is functioning properly, the playground restrooms are expected to reopen Thursday morning.

Visitors can currently use the restrooms at the Dog Park and Competition Fields.
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The County appreciates the public's patience while the necessary repairs are completed and full restroom service is restored throughout Westside Regional Park.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

9/30/26 @ 9:15 a.m.

The Nassau County Facilities Maintenance Department is addressing a waterline leak at Westside Regional Park that has caused a loss of water pressure in most of the park’s restrooms.

Florida Infrastructure will be on site today, Wednesday, Sept. 30, to repair the leak. Once the repair is completed, the waterline must remain closed for 24 hours before the affected restrooms can safely reopen.

Facilities Maintenance was able to restore water service to the restrooms near the dog park, which are currently available for use.

All other restrooms at Westside Regional Park will remain closed until Thursday, Oct. 1.
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We appreciate visitors’ patience while this repair is completed.

9/22/26 @ 4:30 p.m.

Nassau County Halloween Festival Returns October 30!

Get ready for an evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Nassau County’s annual Halloween Festival is returning Friday, October 30, from 5:30–7:30 p.m., and this year, we have a new location!

Robert M. Foster Justice Center
76347 Veterans Way
Yulee, FL

This FREE family event is the perfect place for little ghosts, goblins and superheroes to celebrate Halloween in a safe and festive environment.

Families can enjoy a variety of activities, including:
--> Trick-or-Treat Alley featuring Nassau County businesses, organizations and County departments
--> Hayrides
--> Costume Contest
--> Yard Games
--> Bounce Houses
--> And more Halloween fun!

Whether you're dressing up as something spooky, silly or completely out of this world, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Mark your calendar and start planning those costumes! More details will be shared as the event gets closer.

We can't wait to see you there!

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

Big improvements are coming to the John Claxton Boat Ramp!

The John Claxton Boat Ramp is more than a place to launch a boat. It’s a well-loved gathering spot where neighbors come together, enjoy the water and share time with family and friends. Now, the site is getting an exciting upgrade!

Construction is scheduled to begin September 28 on a new 850-square-foot restroom building featuring modern restroom facilities and a covered patio area, creating a more comfortable and welcoming space for the many residents and visitors who enjoy this community gathering place.

The project will also include:
🔹 A new well and septic system
🔹 A stormwater management facility to improve drainage and provide stormwater treatment
🔹 Demolition of the existing concrete slab and construction of the new facility.

The project is expected to continue through April 2027.
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We’re excited to see this project get underway and bring new amenities to a boat ramp that plays such an important role in the surrounding community! 

If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Pubic Works at (904) 530-6120.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

/17/26 @ 9:00 a.m. 

​Planning a birthday celebration? Nassau County has you covered with birthday pavilions available to rent at Nassau Crossing, Westside Regional Park and Tributary Regional Park.

These pavilions give families a dedicated place to gather, enjoy a meal, celebrate and make memories, with plenty of fun just steps away.

Nassau Crossing offers two gated playgrounds, splash pad, and multi-use fields, giving kids plenty of opportunities to run, play and cool off during the celebration.

Westside Regional Park features a massive playground and an airnasium with space for basketball, pickleball and volleyball, making it easy to add some active fun to the festivities.

At Tributary Regional Park, guests can enjoy a gated playground, soccer fields, and softball and baseball fields. It’s a great setting for families looking to combine a birthday celebration with plenty of outdoor recreation.

Whether it’s cake and cupcakes, games with friends or an afternoon of playing at the park, these birthday pavilions offer new ways for Nassau County families to celebrate right here in their community.

So grab the cake, invite your friends and let the fun begin! Reserve a birthday pavilion at Nassau Crossing, Westside Regional Park or Tributary Regional Park for your next celebration.


-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer 

9/9/26 @ 2:00 p.m.

​On August 26, Nassau County celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new trail connection, marking another exciting step in expanding recreational opportunities and connecting our community.

Take a look back at the celebration, hear from those who helped make the project possible, and see this newest addition to Nassau County’s growing trail network.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

9/6/26 @ 7:45 p.m.

We had hoped to celebrate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, but Mother Nature had other plans!  We apologize that the rain prevented us from holding the celebration as planned.

The good news? The playground is open, and we hope everyone has been enjoying it! We were thrilled to see so many families playing, exploring and making memories together this weekend. ​

Thank you to our community for your patience throughout this project. Seeing the playground filled with laughter and happy families makes it all worth it!

Westside Regional Park
615 Lakeside Loop, Hilliard, FL
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Check out some photos from Saturday and see the fun for yourself! 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

9/3/26 @ 3:00 p.m.

We are thrilled to announce that the new playground at Westside Regional Park is officially ready for fun! 

To celebrate, we’re hosting an informal ribbon-cutting and play day tomorrow, and we hope you’ll join us!

When: Friday, Sept. 4 at 3:30 p.m.
Where: Westside Regional Park Playground

Bring the kids, bring your excitement and come help us break in this incredible new space! 

A huge THANK YOU to our community for your patience. We know you’ve been waiting, and we’re so excited that this moment is finally here!

We can't wait to see you there.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

8/26/26 @ 2:30 p.m.

​Nassau County and community partners gathered today to celebrate the completion of the Amelia Island Parkway Trail, marking another milestone in the development of a connected trail network on Amelia Island.

The project is part of a long-term effort by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to improve mobility and provide safe, off-road routes for pedestrians and bicyclists. The County’s trail network began with a trail from the south end of Amelia Island to Peters Point Beachfront Park, completed in 2011, followed by the Amelia River-to-Sea Trail from Crane Island to Simmons Road Beach Access, completed in 2019.

The Amelia Island Parkway Trail was developed as a four-phase project to connect these existing trails and help create a continuous trail system of approximately 12 miles from the south end of Amelia Island to South 8th Street. The four segments extend from South Fletcher Avenue to Via Del Rey, Via Del Rey to South 14th Street, South 14th Street to Bailey Road, and Bailey Road to South 8th Street. Together, they add approximately 3.4 miles of paved, off-road trail along Amelia Island Parkway.

The project also represents a significant investment of outside funding. Segment 1 received $998,607 through the Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Local Agency Program (LAP), with an $88,971 County contribution. Segments 2–4 were funded through FDOT’s LAP program with federal transportation funds totaling just over $6 million.

District 2 Commissioner A. M. “Hupp” Huppmann welcomed attendees at today’s ceremony, saying, “Today we're opening more than a trail. We're opening a new connection between neighborhoods, parks, businesses, schools, and the natural beauty that makes Amelia Island such a special place.”

Mike Pikula, President of Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc., recognized the many people who helped bring the project to completion, including planners, designers, contractors and County staff.

“On behalf of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, and the many, many users of trails on Amelia Island, I offer a heartfelt thank you to all the planners, grant and contract writers, designers, surveyors, drivers, pavers, sign makers, and all the other ‘doers’ and supporters of the trail. The hard work has culminated in the construction of our new Amelia Island Parkway Trail, the latest addition to Nassau County's wonderful trail system!”

Trails provide important benefits beyond recreation. They offer safe opportunities for walking and bicycling, support active lifestyles, provide additional transportation options, and connect residents and visitors to parks, beaches, businesses and other community destinations.

The also recognizes and appreciates the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc. for their longstanding partnership and advocacy in expanding Amelia Island’s trail network and helping the County leverage transportation funding opportunities. Their continued support has been instrumental in advancing the community’s vision for a connected trail system.

Today’s ribbon cutting celebrates another important link in that network and an investment that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come.

For more information on Amelia Island's trail system, please visit the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail website. 

-Sabrina Robertson 
​ Communications Officer

8/26/26 @ 2:30 p.m.

​Nassau County and community partners gathered today to celebrate the completion of the Amelia Island Parkway Trail, marking another milestone in the development of a connected trail network on Amelia Island.

The project is part of a long-term effort by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to improve mobility and provide safe, off-road routes for pedestrians and bicyclists. The County’s trail network began with a trail from the south end of Amelia Island to Peters Point Beachfront Park, completed in 2011, followed by the Amelia River-to-Sea Trail from Crane Island to Simmons Road Beach Access, completed in 2019.

The Amelia Island Parkway Trail was developed as a four-phase project to connect these existing trails and help create a continuous trail system of approximately 12 miles from the south end of Amelia Island to South 8th Street. The four segments extend from South Fletcher Avenue to Via Del Rey, Via Del Rey to South 14th Street, South 14th Street to Bailey Road, and Bailey Road to South 8th Street. Together, they add approximately 3.4 miles of paved, off-road trail along Amelia Island Parkway.

The project represents a significant investment of outside funding. Segment 1 received $998,607 through the Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Local Agency Program (LAP), with an $88,971 County contribution. Segments 2–4 were 100% funded through FDOT’s LAP program with federal transportation funds totaling just over $6 million.

District 2 Commissioner A. M. “Hupp” Huppmann welcomed attendees at today’s ceremony, saying, “Today we're opening more than a trail. We're opening a new connection between neighborhoods, parks, businesses, schools, and the natural beauty that makes Amelia Island such a special place.”

Mike Pikula, President of Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc., recognized the many people who helped bring the project to completion.

“On behalf of the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, and the many, many users of trails on Amelia Island, I offer a heartfelt thank you to all the planners, grant and contract writers, designers, surveyors, drivers, pavers, sign makers, and all the other ‘doers’ and supporters of the trail. The hard work has culminated in the construction of our new Amelia Island Parkway Trail, the latest addition to Nassau County's wonderful trail system!”

The BOCC recognizes and appreciates the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail, Inc. for their longstanding partnership and advocacy in expanding Amelia Island’s trail network and helping the County leverage transportation funding opportunities. Their continued support has been instrumental in advancing the community’s vision for a connected trail system.

Today’s ribbon cutting celebrates another important link in that network and an investment that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come. To learn more about trails on Amelia Island, visit the Friends of the Amelia Island Trail website. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

8/20/26 @ 2:45 p.m. 

​Getting out on the water at Westside Regional Park just got easier! We’re excited to introduce the new WakeRack self-service kayak and paddleboard rental station.

Planning to paddle? Be sure to reserve before you go! Choose your kayak or paddleboard, select your rental time, and complete your reservation online. Your locker access code will be sent by text and email approximately one hour before your scheduled rental time, so reservations should be made in advance rather than when you arrive at the park.

Once your code arrives, simply unlock your equipment, grab your paddle, and enjoy your time on the water!

Each rental includes the necessary equipment and an adult universal-size life jacket. Children should bring an appropriately sized life jacket.

When your adventure is over, return all equipment to the same WakeRack locker by the end of your reservation.

Ready to make a splash? Plan ahead and reserve your water adventure today!

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

8/11/26 @ 2:15 p.m. 

Just in time for the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks around August 12–13, there’s even more reason to head to Westside Regional Park after dark!

The Perseids are one of the best-known meteor showers of the year. They happen when Earth passes through tiny pieces of debris left behind by a comet, creating bright streaks of light across the night sky , commonly called shooting stars. 

And you don't need a telescope to enjoy it! The Perseids are best viewed with your own eyes, especially from a darker location away from city lights.

For those that prefer to use a telescope, Westside Regional Park offers a 20,000-square-foot astronomical viewing area, tucked away from many of the park’s other activities to provide a natural setting for enjoying the night sky. The area includes six dedicated telescope pads with power connections.

And there’s exciting news about after-hours access!

The U.S. 1 entrance will now remain open 24/7, providing expanded access to the park's nature areas including the stargazing court, dog park, and birthday pavilion. 

Here’s what you need to know:

• The U.S. 1 entrance will remain open 24/7
• The Pratt Siding Road entrance will continue to close from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• A new interior gate will close from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Both gates are meant to maintain the existing restriction on vehicle access to the athletic fields, amphitheater lawn and other areas not intended for vehicle traffic, protecting the park's fields and open spaces. 

With more after-hours access, there’s never been a better time to experience Westside Regional Park under the stars!
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-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

7/22/26 @ 9:00 a.m. 

July is National Parks & Recreation Month, a time to celebrate the parks, trails, playgrounds, athletic facilities, and outdoor spaces that strengthen our communities and enhance our quality of life.

Parks are more than places to play, they are places where families connect, neighbors gather, children learn, and healthy lifestyles flourish. They provide opportunities for recreation, exercise, relaxation, and exploration while preserving the natural beauty that makes Nassau County such a special place to live.

Nassau County is committed to expanding recreational opportunities for residents and visitors through continued investments in parks, athletic facilities, public beach access, and waterfront amenities.

Whether you're spending the day on the water, cheering on a youth ballgame, enjoying a walk on the beach, or exploring a neighborhood park, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Recreation Opportunities Across Nassau County

Beachfront Parks & Beach Walkovers
Nassau County's beachfront parks and public beach walkovers provide convenient access to Amelia Island's beautiful shoreline while helping protect the island's fragile dune system. Whether you're looking to spend the day at the beach, enjoy a morning walk, or watch the sunrise, these access points connect residents and visitors with one of the County's greatest natural resources.

Boat Ramps & Water Access
With public boat ramps located throughout the County, residents can easily enjoy Nassau County's extensive network of rivers, creeks, and the Intracoastal Waterway. These facilities support boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and countless opportunities to experience Northeast Florida's unique waterways.

Ballparks & Athletic Facilities
County athletic fields and ballparks host youth sports year-round, providing opportunities for recreation, teamwork, healthy competition, and community events. These facilities help foster active lifestyles while bringing families and neighbors together.

Westside Regional Park
Opened in June 2026 in Hilliard, the 107-acre Westside Regional Park has quickly become a premier recreational destination for western Nassau County. The park features multipurpose athletic fields, an airnasium, stargazing court, walking trails, open green space, a dog park, and Nassau County's first amphitheater. It will also feature a massive playground with a 30-foot climbing tower which is nearing completion. As one of the County's largest park investments, Westside Regional Park provides recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.

Tributary Regional Park
Located in Yulee, Tributary Regional Park offers a variety of recreational amenities, including a playground, athletic fields, multipurpose open space, a concession stand, and a restroom facility. Future phases of the park will add a dog park, picnic pavilions, multi-use trails, and nature trails, continuing to expand recreation opportunities for the growing community.

Nassau Crossing Park
Nassau Crossing Park has quickly become a favorite destination for families, offering two playgrounds, walking trails, multi-use fields, birthday pavilions, a splash pad, a small dog park, and scenic nature overlooks. The park provides a welcoming space where residents can gather, play, celebrate special occasions, and enjoy the outdoors close to home.
 
Building a Healthier Community
Access to parks and recreation has been shown to improve both physical and mental health by encouraging active lifestyles, reducing stress, and creating opportunities for social interaction. Parks also support local economies, enhance neighborhoods, and provide spaces where residents of all ages can connect with nature and one another.

This National Parks & Recreation Month, we encourage everyone to get outside and discover everything Nassau County's parks have to offer. Whether you're visiting a beach walkover, launching a boat for a day on the water, taking your children to the playground, attending a ballgame, or simply enjoying a walk through one of our beautiful parks, every visit helps celebrate the important role parks play in building a stronger, healthier community.

To learn more about Nassau County Parks & Recreation facilities and amenities, visit our website at https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/1446/Parks-Recreation.
 
Celebrating Parks & Recreation Month
This National Parks & Recreation Month, we encourage everyone to explore Nassau County's parks and experience all they have to offer. Whether you're visiting a beach walkover, launching a boat, cheering on a ballgame, cooling off at the splash pad, or enjoying a walk through one of our beautiful parks, you're investing in your health, your community, and your quality of life.
Nassau County is proud to continue expanding and enhancing recreational opportunities that serve residents today while preserving these spaces for future generations.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer