By Mike Miller May 7, 2025
Cascades Park is in downtown Tallahassee, Florida. It spans 24 acres. The park offers trails, a waterfall, and an amphitheater.
Families enjoy playgrounds and open fields. It blends nature, history, and recreation. Visitors come for events or relaxation.
The park’s land holds deep history. In 1824, it influenced Tallahassee’s selection as Florida’s capital.
A 100-foot cascade, now a man-made waterfall, drew early settlers. The area hosted the 1838 Florida Constitutional Convention, shaping statehood.
By the 1900s, it became a gas plant site, leaving contamination. In the 1960s, a Centennial Field was added for Florida’s statehood celebration.
Pollution led to cleanup in the 2000s. The park opened in 2014 after $30 million in redevelopment. It now honors its past with historical markers.
Located at 1001 S Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, the park is open daily, sunrise to sunset. Admission is free.
Parking is available on-site or at nearby lots. The Capital City Amphitheater hosts concerts; check visittallahassee.com for schedules.
Trails are suitable for walking or biking. Bring water and sunscreen; shade is limited. Pets are allowed if they’re leashed.
Picnic areas and restrooms are accessible. Visit during cooler months to avoid summer heat. The park is ADA-compliant.
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