Mission Statement
Lincoln Parks and Recreation is:

• fundamental to youth development;
• fundamental to active living;
• fundamental to livable neighborhoods and family life;
• fundamental to environmental stewardship;
• fundamental to special places and events;
• fundamental to economic development.

The LPR team manages 168 parks, 185.9 miles of trails, 97 playgrounds, over 83,000 street trees, nine public pools, six recreation centers, five golf courses, five dog runs, a nature center, and beautiful public gardens. Programs include recreation summer day camps, before and after school, clubs and classes for individuals with special needs, adult and youth team sports, nature based classes and events, swimming lessons, wellness and fitness classes for all ages, and a variety of free events and classes for all ages.