Community & Neighborhood Parks

Take a stroll around the lake or on a shaded path at one of our many community parks. Leave the concrete jungle behind and get moving as these parks feature walking paths surrounded by nature. Bring some bread and feed the ducks by the lake or grab the family and plan a picnic. We also have a few smaller neighborhood parks that are great for play dates and picnics.

Hoover Recreation Center

For indoor fitness, stop in and see the state-of-the-art Hoover Recreation Center located on Municipal Drive next to the Hoover Public Library. The recreation center is available to Hoover residents and features an indoor pool, walking track, gym, racquetball court, basketball courts, and a newly renovated fitness center with the latest and best in weight equipment. The center is also host to special fitness and community events, fitness programs, and community classes. The indoor pool is also the home of the Hoover Hurricanes swim team for individuals with disabilities.

Hoover Sports Parks

With a population over 80,000, Hoover has many locations to take advantage of recreational activities. If you're looking for team sports, look no further than the Hoover Sports Parks. Hoover youth and adults take part in a variety of team organizations offered through the Hoover Parks and Recreation Department. The Hoover Metropolitan Stadium is located on Stadium Trace Parkway and currently serves as the annual host to the SEC Baseball Tournament and Hoover High School Football. Hoover sports parks also host out-of-town guests for special events and travel tournaments throughout the year.

Hoover Senior Center

Seniors will be interested in the Hoover Senior Center located on Municipal Drive adjacent to the Hoover Public Library. Opened in January 2007, the center boasts a computer lab with internet access, game room, common rooms, a dining hall, and a screened-in porch. A large parking lot adjacent to the facility provides easy access to the Senior Center.