Charles E. Ray Park

Recreation Facilities

Charles E. Ray Park offers a variety of outdoor activities for Port St. Lucie locals and visitors alike. If you're a sports enthusiast or just looking to spend some quality time outdoors, you'll find several options here.

You'll come across a covered basketball court with retractable goals (perfect for those scorching Florida days), tennis courts for your weekend matches, and a sand volleyball court for beach-style play without the beach. The park also houses baseball/softball fields and a soccer field, however heads up - the soccer area doesn't come with nets.

For those who don't want to skip leg day even while enjoying the outdoors, there's a modest workout area complete with instructions to guide you through exercises.

Modern Playground

In 2021, Charles E. Ray Park got a serious upgrade in the fun department. The playground received a complete makeover with new equipment that encourages kids to play together and develop coordination skills.

The playground thoughtfully separates spaces for the little ones (ages 2-5) and bigger kids (5-12), each with equipment that's just right for their developmental stage. Parents will appreciate the shade sails providing much-needed sun protection, and the completely fenced perimeter adds an extra layer of safety.

Features for Young Children

The toddler and preschooler section features age-appropriate equipment. A main structure offers plenty of agile and exploratory elements to help with holistic development, while interactive play panels stimulate those growing brains through sensory, cognitive, and motor activities.

Little ones can also enjoy the triple springer for group bouncing, a single springer for solo adventures, and a spinning spica that can accommodate multiple children at once. Many parents find this playground particularly suitable for toddlers.

Features for Older Children

Bigger kids get their own zone with more challenging equipment to conquer. The larger structure features a tall slide for those thrilling descents, a curly climber to test their skills, climbing ropes for the adventurous types, and a wobbly bridge that sparks imagination while building balance.

The playground's spinning features are always a hit - from the Supernova to the tipi carousel and the Starsurfer that helps kids practice balance and coordination. Just note that despite all these awesome features, you won't find any swings here.

Picnic and Gathering Areas

Planning a get-together? The park offers several picnic tables with benches that can fit about 6-10 people each - well-suited for family gatherings or birthday celebrations. With city approval, you can even bring bounce houses for special events (though water slides are unfortunately off-limits).

These amenities make the park suitable for parties and family outings.

Community Impact

Spanning roughly 5 acres, this well-kept park is a recreation space that's also a neighborhood gathering place with clean facilities, including accessible restrooms.

The recent upgrades provide Port St. Lucie residents with improved recreation facilities. Parents of children with special needs particularly value the fully fenced playground area, which provides a secure environment where kids can play with peace of mind.