Within its four square miles, The City of New Port Richey contains boundless Florida nature to explore and enjoy. Residents and visitors regularly visit the City's beautiful parks, nature preserve, and state-of-the-art Recreation and Aquatics Center.
Many City parks are located along the banks of the Pithlachascotee River - or the Cotee, as it's known by the locals. Boat docks and kayak launches are available for public river access from the parks. Swimming dolphins and manatees are a common sight on the Cotee, along with a variety of native Florida wildlife.
The City is home to James E. Grey Preserve, an 80-acre wildlife preserve featured on the Great Florida Birding Trail. The preserve is home to 140 different species of birds, as well as deer, wild boar, turtles, and manatees.
New Port Richey welcomes leashed dogs in the following parks: Sims Park, Cotee River Park and Jasmin Park. The City is also home to Meadows Park, where canine companions are free to explore off-leash in our newly renovated dog park. We ask that you commit to the beautification of public spaces by cleaning up after your dog.
We invite you to experience the natural beauty of Florida and all it has to offer - right here in the City of New Port Richey.
Entry and use of the parks, including parking and launching your boat, are free of charge. The City also offers facility rentals for parties, events, and other social gatherings.
The Cotee River Park is popular with walkers and bikers because it extends all the way from downtown New Port Richey to the city limits. There are plenty of benches and shaded picnic structures along the way for you to stop and enjoy the passing boats and manatees.
For more information, visit the Cotee River Park page.
Frances Avenue Park features a beautiful ADA-accessible playground with a convenient access ramp, as well as two nearby picnic shelters for parents to easily supervise their children. The park also offers an ADA-accessible kayak launch, along with newly renovated restrooms, landscaping, and accessible parking.
For more information, visit the Frances Avenue Park page.
Grand Boulevard Park is a small neighborhood park with ample opportunity for outdoor fun. The children’s play area comes complete with a swing set and slides. This community riverside park also has four shaded picnic tables, four riverfront benches, and a boat dock.
For more information, visit the Grand Boulevard Park page.
James E. Grey Preserve is a hidden treasure just minutes from downtown New Port Richey. Housing 80 acres of natural wilderness where a quiet rural boardwalk follows the winding path of the River, the Preserve is part of the Great Florida Birding trail, has an ADA accessible kayak launch, and features a playground with four shaded picnic tables and grills. Pets are not allowed in the James E. Grey Preserve.
For more information visit the James E. Grey Preserve page.
Jasmin Park is a charming neighborhood park on the riverbank. The solid seawall and boat dock offer excellent fishing, cool breezes and wildlife viewing.
For more information, visit the Jasmin Park page.
Meadow Dog Park is a newly renovated neighborhood park that features a gated off-leash dog park, walking trail, playground, basketball court, and a pickleball court.
For more information, visit the Meadows Dog Park page.
Peace Hall is a beautiful venue located at the edge of Downtown New Port Richey, adjacent to the newly renovated Sims Park and Orange Lake. This historic church features original wood plank floors, high arched ceilings, two restrooms, a sink and counter space, several windows, and amazing natural light. With full ADA accessibility, this is a perfect space for your events and is available from 9 am to 9 pm seven days a week (excluding holidays observed by the City of New Port Richey).
For more information, visit the Peace Hall page.
The New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center is a 35,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility located at the edge of Downtown New Port Richey in West Pasco County Florida. It offers a variety of affordable recreational activities and athletic training opportunities for everyone, of any age. With programs for children, seniors, and adults, this facility has become an integral part of the fabric of our community.
Annual and monthly memberships are available; however, the Center facilities are available for the public’s and visitors’ daily use for a small fee. One need not be a City of New Port Richey resident to enjoy the amenities at the City of New Port Richey Recreation and Aquatic Center!
For more information visit the Recreation and Aquatic Center page.
Sims Park, situated in the heart of Downtown New Port Richey, is a scenic and vibrant community space. The park sits along our Cotee River and features a playground, splash pad, outdoor workout equipment, and an amphitheater. It serves as a hub for local events, including Free Family Movie Nights, the Concert in the Park series, and larger celebrations such as the Hometown Extravaganza and End of Summer Spectacular. Leashed dogs are welcome in Sims Park and around Orange Lake.
For information visit the Sims Park page.
The Sims Park Boat Ramp is free to use, adjacent to downtown NPR, and can accommodate boats 25’ to 30’ at high tide. The boat ramp is wheelchair accessible, with public restrooms and two small picnic shelters on site.
For more information visit the Sims Park Boat Ramp page.
City Facilities
City Hall
5919 Main Street
New Port Richey, FL
Fire Station #1
6333 Madison Street
New Port Richey, FL
Fire Station #2
6121 High Street
New Port Richey, FL
Fleet
6420 Pine Hill Road
New Port Richey, FL
Police Headquarters
6739 Adams Street
New Port Richey, FL
Public Works
6132 Pine Hill Road
New Port Richey, FL
Water Plant
9748 DeCubellis RD
New Port Richey, FL
Waste Water Treatment Plant
4730 Main Street
New Port Richey, FL