Bonnet Springs named best park in national poll
April 17, 2025 at 1:43 PM EDT
USA Today readers lauded Lakeland’s 2-year-old green gem.
Bonnet Springs Park has been named “Best City Park of 2025” according to an announcement Wednesday.
The top ranking is the result of a recent reader poll conducted by the news organization USA Today.
“It’s a joyful milestone for a park that’s only been open for two years,” the park said in a press release.
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USA Today, in its announcement Wednesday, said, “This 168-acre urban oasis and former railyard has been transformed into a stunning park full of natural beauty, complete with winding trails that showcase native plants and a magnificent 200-year-old Grandfather Oak.”
“This recognition means so much to us,” said Bonnet Springs CEO Josh Henderson in the park’s press release.
“From the very beginning, we set out to create a place that brings people together and reflects the heart of our community. It’s a testament to the people who dreamed it, donated to it, and continue to support it every day. We have the best guests, and they have called us the best park.”
The top ranking is the result of a recent reader poll conducted by the news organization USA Today.
“It’s a joyful milestone for a park that’s only been open for two years,” the park said in a press release.
(853x638, AR: 1.3369905956112853)
USA Today, in its announcement Wednesday, said, “This 168-acre urban oasis and former railyard has been transformed into a stunning park full of natural beauty, complete with winding trails that showcase native plants and a magnificent 200-year-old Grandfather Oak.”
“This recognition means so much to us,” said Bonnet Springs CEO Josh Henderson in the park’s press release.
“From the very beginning, we set out to create a place that brings people together and reflects the heart of our community. It’s a testament to the people who dreamed it, donated to it, and continue to support it every day. We have the best guests, and they have called us the best park.”