Homewood's parks, the Shades Creek Greenway, pools, community centers and hours. Central and Patriot parks open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Parks: 205-332-6700.
Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Facts on this page come from Homewood Parks and Recreation and the City of Homewood.
Homewood Parks and Recreation runs five neighborhood parks, two pools, three community centers and the athletic complex in West Homewood. The city’s stretch of the Shades Creek Greenway draws 145,600 visitors a year, the city says.
Who to call
- Homewood Parks and Recreation: 205-332-6700, Homewood Community Center, 1632 Oxmoor Road
- Report a park problem: the department’s online form
- Field conditions before a game: field conditions page
The parks
| Park | Address | Hours | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park | 1632 Oxmoor Road | 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Central Pool, large playground, amphitheater, two tennis courts, six pavilions, walking paths |
| Patriot Park | 710 Oak Grove Road | 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Pool, playground, large walking path, sand volleyball, picnic tables |
| Overton Park | 1920 Mayfair Drive | Sunrise to sunset | Pavilion |
| Spring Park | 2525 Central Ave. | Sunrise to sunset | Large pavilion |
| Woodland Park | 429 Woodland Drive | Sunrise to sunset | Neighborhood park |
Source: Homewood Parks’ locations and hours and parks pages. All parks close at 10 p.m. except Overton and Woodland, which close at sunset, unless the Park Board approves otherwise.
The city spent nearly $1 million renovating the Central Park playground in 2024, Homewood Parks says. A small playground with swings and a spinner was planned for the Saulter Road pocket park after a grant came through in December 2024.
Shades Creek Greenway
The city calls the greenway a favorite for walking, running and cycling, used by residents, Samford University students and visitors from across the region. In January 2025 the city opened a 1.4-mile Phase 2 extension westward toward Red Mountain Park. The city counts 145,600 visitors a year and calls it the key east-west link in the Red Rock Trail System, which aims for a 36-mile loop from Red Mountain Park to Ruffner Mountain.
- No motorized vehicles on the Phase 1 and 2 trails, by city ordinance. Electric bikes are allowed.
- In February 2026 the City Council heard plans to link the greenway through West Oxmoor into Red Mountain Park and approved streetlights along the trail.
- A new Greenway Pavilion gets a ribbon cutting, with the dedication of Christina’s Trail, at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 1800 S. Lakeshore Drive by the soccer fields.
Pools and community centers
| Place | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Pool | 1632 Oxmoor Road | 205-332-6710 | Seasonal |
| Pool at Patriot Park | 710 Oak Grove Road | 205-332-6826 | Seasonal |
| Homewood Community Center | 1632 Oxmoor Road | 205-332-6700 | 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday |
| Lee Community Center | 1828 25th Court S. | 205-332-6191 | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday |
| Homewood Senior Center | 816 Oak Grove Road | 205-332-6500 | 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays |
Fields and courts
The athletic complex on West Oxmoor Road has six baseball fields, six softball and T-ball fields, the Mega Field, Weygand Field, the West Homewood Athletic Center and tennis courts. The fields are for teams affiliated with Homewood Parks; practices and games must be scheduled, and private training is not allowed. More tennis courts are at Homewood Middle School, 395 Mecca Ave., and the soccer park is at 1800 S. Lakeshore Drive. See the athletic complex map (PDF).
Pickleball: Homewood Parks posts a monthly court schedule and guidelines on its pickleball page.
Renting a pavilion
Homewood has nine pavilions in four parks: five at Central Park, two at Patriot Park and one each at Overton and Spring parks. Each rents for one daily block, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., booked in person at the Business Office in the Homewood Community Center, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. Residents bring a lease, property tax notice or utility bill to get the resident rate. One bounce house is allowed; water attractions, water balloons, silly string, confetti, alcohol and vehicles on park grounds are not. Rates are on the parks page.
Nearby
Red Mountain Park sits on Homewood’s edge, the city notes. For this month’s park events, see things to do in Homewood this month.
Frequently asked questions
What time do Homewood parks close?
Central Park and Patriot Park are open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Overton, Spring and Woodland parks are open sunrise to sunset, Homewood Parks and Recreation says.
How long is the Shades Creek Greenway in Homewood?
The city opened a 1.4-mile Phase 2 extension westward in January 2025, part of a trail the city says draws 145,600 visitors a year. Motorized vehicles are banned; electric bikes are allowed.
How do I rent a pavilion in Homewood?
Book in person at the Business Office in the Homewood Community Center, 1632 Oxmoor Road, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. Homewood has nine pavilions in four parks, rented from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Does Homewood have public pools?
Yes: Central Pool at Central Park, 205-332-6710, and the Pool at Patriot Park, 205-332-6826. Hours are seasonal.
Where can I play pickleball in Homewood?
Homewood Parks and Recreation posts a monthly pickleball court schedule and court guidelines on its pickleball page.
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