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Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park
Type Municipal (Lake Asbury, Florida)
Location Lake Asbury, Florida
Area 90 acres (0 km2)
Created 1996
Operated by Freebird Foundation (Private), Clay County Board of County Commissioners (Public)
Status Active

The Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park is a special public park located in Lake Asbury, Florida. It was created to honor Ronnie Van Zant. He was the lead singer for the famous Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Ronnie Van Zant and several other band members and crew died in a plane crash in 1977.

Fans and Ronnie's family helped raise money to build this park. It opened in 1996. The park offers many fun activities for visitors of all ages.

What Can You Do at Ronnie Van Zant Memorial Park?

This park is a great place to spend time outdoors. It has lots of different areas for sports and relaxation.

Park Facilities and Activities

The park offers many ways to have fun. You can enjoy various activities with your friends and family.

  • Play Tennis: There are tennis courts where you can hit some balls.
  • Go Fishing: The park has ponds that are perfect for fishing.
  • Try Disc Golf: You can play a round on the disc golf course.
  • Have a Picnic: There are special areas set up for picnics. You can bring your lunch and enjoy the fresh air.
  • Explore More: The park also has other cool things to discover!
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