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Mountain Brook
Parks and Recreation
Handbook
Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation
3698 Bethune Drive
Mountain Brook, AL 35223
www.mtnbrook.org
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Mountain Brook
Parks and Recreation Handbook
This handbook provides information about the many
recreational opportunities available in the City of Mountain
Brook. We encourage you to visit our parks to see what the
City has to offer.
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for reserving the tennis courts and picnic areas.
The City of Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation
Department is devoted to providing residents and visitors
with a safe and pleasant environment for various activities.
We are here to ensure everyone in the community is able to
enjoy the beauty of our great city.
City Contacts:
Parks & Recreation
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Shanda Williams (Superintendent)
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City Hall
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Sam Gaston (City Manager)
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Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation
Mission Statement
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ty of life of our residents and visitors.
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Core Values
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Resident Responsiveness
Table of Contents
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Youth Sports and Contact Information
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Watkins Trace Trail and the Nature Trail
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Canterbury Park
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Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church
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Cahaba River Walk
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Pet Policy and Memorials
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Back Cover
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Youth Sports
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private organizations in the community. The dedication and
effort of Mountain Brook residents allow children to enjoy
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Youth Sports Include:
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Email: [email protected]
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along with abundant native plant species. The natural
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popular walking attractions in Mountain Brook. The
one mile concrete trail connects with the Nature Trail
and the Watkins Trace Trail. Because it is tied in with
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residents. There are also several parking spaces along
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for parking.
Nature Trail
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the Nature Trail which stretches 6/10
of a mile long before connecting to
the City’s sidewalks at Beechwood
Road. It is a gravel path that runs
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offers scenic views of
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Watkins Trace Trail
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Trace Trail. It is 4/10 of a mile and runs parallel with
Cahaba Road. The gravel trail
winds peacefully towards
Mountain Brook Elementary and
connects with the City’s sidewalks
at Watkins Road.
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Irondale Furnace
(4143 Stone River Road)
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where the furnace once stood. The foundation was
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are available in the open grove and provide a peaceful
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pets and enjoy the beauty of this natural park. The
end of the 6/10 of a mile trail connects to the City’s
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Stone River Road.
Overton Park
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something for every
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large playground area is
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and a pavilion is available to rent for birthday parties
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conveniently located within the park. There is plenty
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courts are also available for public use. Residents are
asked to be courteous and limit playing time to one
hour when others are waiting for a court.
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refer to page 16.
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Crestline Tot Lot
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allowing children to safely enjoy the swings and play
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benches. Parking is available in the adjacent alley
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son Boulevard by Crestline Elementary. Dogs are not
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Canterbury Park
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consists of a small playground area that is a great place
for young children to play. Picnic tables and benches
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sit and talk while their children enjoy some fun. This
park serves as a convenient gathering place for neigh
bors and is a popular hangout for kids after school.
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Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church
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In conjunction with the Mountain Brook Presbyterian
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trail around the church property. The trail was built
partially on the easement of the street right of way and
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walking and jogging.
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Cahaba River Walk
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the Cahaba River. This park is special because of the
diverse activities it offers to visitors. There is a 2/10
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for free play. There is also easy access to the river for
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maintains a beautiful natural setting.
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refer to page 16.
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Mountain Brook Athletic Complex
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recreational opportunities for
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courts for children of all ages
to participate in various sports.
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round with community sporting events organized
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please refer to page 4 of the handbook.
Rathmell Sports Park
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lacrosse. There is a pavilion that houses a
concession stand and restrooms for conve
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and lacrosse tournaments throughout the year.
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Other Sports Fields
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public restroom is available for park patrons at Brookwood
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below:
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Tennis Information
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parks and on school campuses are hard surface. Courts are
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tion and athletic programs having priority use of all facili
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Courts at all other schools:
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Facility Rental Information
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locations must abide by the rules and regulations set forth by
the Park Board.
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website at www.mtnbrook.org.
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charges for use of the facilities.
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assume complete responsibility for damages and accidents
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the area.
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event may be rescheduled if the city receives a cancellation
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Rules and Regulations for City Parks
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the designated gateways. No one should climb or walk
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devices allowed with wheels are ones aiding handicap
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Missiles: No one should throw stones or other missiles of
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activities involving dangerous missiles.
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conduct. Violators will be asked to leave or prosecuted to
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rules and regulations that may apply. These rules are posted
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unless authorized by the Parks and Recreation Department.
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determined by the Parks and Recreation Department and is meant
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Pet Policy
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leash and under the control of their guardian at all times. (Moun
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sporting event.
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properly clean up any accidents that may occur. Dog stations are
located in parks throughout the city for the convenience of visitors.
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environment.
Concerned individuals should report violations to Animal Control at 871-3535.
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a personalized bench or picnic table within their favorite park.
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Published in 2016