Many times a caller knows the location of the park but not the name of the park.
Please contact the Leisure Services Division at 863-534-4340 and provide as much information as possible.
Q: How do I rent a park facility or amenity contained in a park, such as a pavilion, etc.?
A: Complete the 
Facility Use Agreement form from the internet or call Leisure Services Division at 863-534-4340 .
Q: I need specific directions to a county park.
A: Look on the website under Visitors for the specific park, Click the link to map the park and provide driving directions, or call the Leisure Services Division at 863-534-4340. Specific directions to a park will be given upon request.
Q: What facilities or amenities are contained in a specific park and is there playground equipment available?
A: Look on the website under Visitors for the specific park and its amenities or call Leisure Services at 863-534-4340.
Q: Where is the Public Library?
A: The Public Library is located at 2150 South Broadway, Bartow, across from the Civic Center.
Q: Is parking available for more than two hours at the Historical Museum?
A: All-day parking is available in the lot south of the Post Office.
Q: Where are the County offices which were previously located in the Old Courthouse?
A:
- State Attorney's Office: Polk County Courthouse, 2nd Floor
- Juvenile Justice: Polk County Courthouse, west entrance
- Law Library: Polk County Courthouse, 5th Floor
- Birth Certificates-Department of Vital Statistics: Georgia Street & Golfview
- Family Mediation: 205 Main Street
- Tax Collector: 430 East Main Street
- Property Appraiser: 255 North Wilson Avenue
Q: When is the Gun Range open?
A: The Gun Range is open from 9:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. It is located within SaddleCreek Park and Campground, 3716 Morgan Combee Road, Lakeland.
Q: Are there other gun ranges in the County?
A: Yes:Imperial Polk Gun Club, Inc.: 863-299-4853
Tenoroc Shooting Range: 863-666-2500
Q: Is riding of motorized vehicles allowed in County Parks?
A: No. For more information on where riding is available, call the Florida Trail Riders at 407-264-0559.
Q: Does the County maintain cemeteries?
A: No. The County only maintains cemeteries assigned to the indigent. Contact individually owned cemeteries
Q: Who should I call for canal or lake cleaning?
A: If the canal is not in a subdivision, contact the Canal Commission at 863-293-1441. If the lake or canal is located in a subdivision, contact the corresponding Home Owner's Association. For any other lake, or further information or assistance, you may contact Polk County Natural Resources division at 863-534-7377.
Q: Does the County have swimming lakes?
A: No; however, the City of Auburndale does have Lake Ariana. For information call, 863-965-5545.
Q: Does the County have public swimming pools?
A: No, but the cities of Bartow, Davenport, Haines City, Lakeland, and Winter Haven have public swimming pools.
Q: Is alcohol allowed in County Parks and Campgrounds?
A: No
Q: Are dogs allowed in County Parks?
A: Yes, but must be leashed and remain under control of the owner at all times.
Q: Does the County have a dog park?
A: Yes, DiOGi Park is located within Loyce E. Harpe Park, located at 500 West Carter Road.
Q: Does the County remove dead trees.
A: No, dead trees are the responsibility of the property owner. A dead tree that has fallen and is blocking access to a county road should be reported to Roadway Maintenance at 534-0282.