Penn Park, Urban recreational park in University City, Philadelphia, US.
Penn Park is a 24-acre green space wedged between the University of Pennsylvania campus and the Schuylkill River, with multiple athletic fields and open areas for recreation. The grounds contain NCAA regulation fields, multipurpose courts, and walking paths shaded by 530 different tree species.
The park grew from the university's decision to convert a former industrial site into recreational and sports space. This transformation reflects the institution's recent expansion of campus facilities in the neighborhood.
The park serves as a gathering place where students and neighbors come together for sports, casual games, and community gatherings. It shapes the rhythm of the university district and is woven into daily life for those in the area.
The park is open from 6 AM until midnight, providing access to various facilities for different activities. The elevated walkways linking different sections make it easy to move between areas and find what you need.
The park was built with a system of elevated walkways that connect athletic fields and recreational areas across the site. This unusual design allows multiple activities to happen side by side without users interfering with each other.
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