R E Olds Park

Nice park with an abundance of crazy, aggressive or maybe playful squirrels. Watch your head when you walk under trees. The views are beautiful especially from the pier.

This park has it all pavilions for picnics, barbecue grills, clean bathrooms, Beach Sand Volley Court, Two playgrounds, Fishing Pier, Walking Trails, Easy Parking, Amphitheater for events.
I cant complain we had a beautiful time at this park its centrally located and close to our home. We will definitely bring the kids next time. They will really enjoy it.

This really is a beautiful park!!! It has a nice soft sand volleyball area and a good sized kid’s playground, a very cool pier and benches (which does need a new paint job), a gorgeous boardwalk, many shaded trees to stand under when it’s hot outside (as most days in the FLA LOL), and a Amphitheater for local events. The bathrooms are very clean and fresh.

One of our favorite parks in the Bay… we stumbled upon this park by accident when we attended the annual Snowfest event. It is a well cared for park with beautiful views and a range of options for kids to play on. I love that they have a wooden play area and a handicap accessible larger play area as well as areas specifically for toddlers. The people who frequent the park are great and the neighborhood is nice. Parking can sometimes be a hassle but street parking is available. This is a great park for young and old people alike!

This is a great park! There are lots of open spaces for the kids to run and the playground equipment is well maintained. Parking is a bit sparse if you arrive later in the day but it’s well worth finding a place on the street. The pier is a must visit, the kids love going out and looking at wildlife.

What a beautiful park! Located on the northeast shore of Safety Harbor, it is large, spotlessly clean, has plenty of shade, benches and a great playground area for the kids.
Perfect for a visit during the day, or to watch the sunset in the evening. Very nice!

After recently relocating to the area from out of state, My family and I decided to explore the area. This park was one of the first places we went to after discovering the spray park and recreational centers, and man, do we love this park!
A simple quiet yet beautiful place to eat, play or to take a late evening stroll, definitely one of my families highly recommended park in the area.

This park is located right on the water in Oldsmar. The park is clean, grass is well manicured, flower beds kept up to date, and play area ms are clean and well kept as well. Basket ball court is well taken care of as well.
There are many shows, concerts, celebration and so on at this park. However it’s nice to just go on a gorgeous day and relax and watch the water and clouds. It’s pretty quiet in the afternoons and evenings. Nice place for a date night, picnic or some alone time.
This really is a beautiful park!!!

I love walking my dogs around the Pet area of the parks. The grounds are so well maintained, and whenever I see park employees they are friendly and always working hard. So lucky to have such a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.

Being home on maternity leave with a 2 month old who is on a strict schedule, sort of limits the places you can go. I do like to get out of the house at least once a day, especially since the weather is perfect.
I had remembered that Steve E and Lindsey S had reviewed this park. Sadly I did not have a clue where it was located.
The other day, Miss Elliot and I went to check it out.
Located on the water, this sprawling park area had a very long side walk, which was perfect for walking with my stroller. There were several playground and picnic areas too. It was extremely quiet, and I could see myself escaping here to enjoy the water view and some peace and quiet.
Adjacent to this park, is a war memorial park. It too is on the water and has a sidewalk they attaches to R E Olds park.
If you’re in the area and want to enjoy a great walking path or playground, check it out.

Really nice park with outstanding bay views. If you have children, you will love the fact that there are two large playgrounds. There is also an area to play beach volleyball and some picnic tables if you are interested in having lunch there on a nice day. There is also a cool pier and benches on the pier where I can only imagine you watch some amazing sunsets. TThe park is tucked in a quiet residential area so it could be easily missed if you don’t live in the area. There is a sign by the pier that says Manatees frequent the waters surrounding the park, which I think is pretty cool.

This is the best park in Oldsmar, in my humble opinion.
It has a HUGE playground, a gorgeous boardwalk, many shaded trees to stand under when it’s hot outside, and a large clearing with a stage for local events.
If you’ve got your walking shoes on, there’s another beautiful park right next to it that’s a little quieter.
Having this park so close to home has been great for our family, and we all enjoy our visits here.

R. E. Olds Park is one of my favorite nature spots around the Tampa Bay area, and it happens to be located on the northern end of Tampa Bay in the nearby community of Oldsmar.
In case you didn’t know, R. E. Olds is the man who founded the Oldsmobile auto empire, and the town of Oldsmar (named after him) was his winter home. His buddies Henry Ford and Thomas Edison had their winter homes south of here in Ft. Myers, but Mr. Olds decided to settle in the area between Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties on the northern edge of the bay. The Oldsmar Public Library has a fascinating display about Mr. Olds life and his family’s impact on this area.
You’ll find R. E. Olds park along Shore Drive with the main parking lot at the intersection of Bayview Boulevard. I suggest that you park your car and then get out to walk along the edge of the water. There’s a walking trail /​boardwalk which will take you along the edge of the water, and out to the fishing pier. You’ll also see several kids playgrounds, volleyball courts, a very clean public restroom, and a big band shell /​grandstand for outdoor concerts and special events.
During the day the park is a quiet place for people to walk their dogs and just enjoy the scenery, but after school you’ll see a lot of kids running and playing in the bounce house or the swing sets or jungle gyms. On the weekends the town of Oldsmar often has some type of festival with live music and food vendors, and the park will fill up quickly with people from the surrounding neighborhoods.
The City of Oldsmar keeps this place in impeccable shape, and the residents are very good about cleaning up after their dogs, and leaving trash in the big receptacles.
After you’ve walked around the park, I suggest hopping in your car and driving along Shore Drive. One end is near Jack Willie’s Tiki Bar, and the other end winds around through some spectacular custom-​built homes on the edge of the water.
R. E. Olds Park is a fun place to explore, and one of those hidden gems in the Tampa Bay area.

I go here pretty much daily while walking my dog. There’s something for everyone whether it is a walk on the boardwalk, sand volleyball or kid’s playground. A lot of events are held here since there’s a stage setup. It does get pretty crowded during those events. City of Oldsmar is great about keeping this park clean. Doesn’t hurt that the park is near the water either:)

I’ve been coming to this park my entire life and I love it. I miss the old playground.