The park features an 18-hole disc golf course that is highly rated within the local Georgia disc golf circuit.
The facility was designed with a focus on 'barrier-free' play, incorporating inclusive playground equipment accessible to children using mobility devices.
The park grounds serve as a drainage and green space buffer for the surrounding Lexington Road corridor.
The athletic field lighting systems are managed centrally to support evening practices and regional tournaments.
Southeast Clarke Park is a primary recreational hub in Athens, Georgia, featuring extensive athletic facilities alongside dedicated public park amenities. The site includes multiple lit tennis courts, baseball fields, and a disc golf course integrated into the landscape. A fenced dog park offers separate areas for small and large breeds. Paved and wooded walking trails wind through the property, connecting various recreational zones. The facility also houses an inclusive playground designed for children of diverse physical abilities. It serves as a central location for local youth sports leagues and community events. The park is managed by the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department.
The elevated sections of the disc golf course that offer a clear view of the park's forested perimeter.
Bring bug spray if you plan to walk the wooded trails, especially during the humid summer months.
Check the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services schedule before visiting, as athletic fields are often reserved for youth sports leagues.
Utilize the designated areas in the dog park to keep pets off the athletic fields, where they are prohibited.
Do not attempt to use the athletic fields if a tournament or league practice is in progress, as these are restricted-access zones.
Leash laws apply outside of the designated dog park; pets must be cleaned up after immediately.
