USA Today voters just named Bonnet Springs Park the Best City Park in the U.S. It’s less than an hour drive from Tampa (depending on traffic). Visit it at 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd in Lakeland.
If you’re looking for a reason to hit the road, this is it: Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland just earned the title of Best City Park in America, according to USA Today readers. After making it into the top 20 parks as selected by a panel of experts, Bonnet Springs claimed the crown thanks to weeks of public voting and nationwide love.
And honestly—we get the hype.
Bonnet Springs Park is an expansive, family-friendly paradise
Bonnet Springs Park is a 168-acre wonderland built on a former railyard. Today, it’s a jaw-dropping mix of lush landscapes, family fun, and serene spaces—a perfect blend of nature, culture, recreation, and education…