Five Public Football Pitches in St. Lucie County

Two options without advance booking

The report says both no-reservation venues are in Port St. Lucie, giving casual players the clearest route to an unplanned game.

• McChesney Park & Dog Park, 1585 S.W. Cashmere Boulevard, has six football pitches.
• Swan Park, 700 S.W. Carmelite Street, has three football pitches.

The two sites offer nine listed pitches combined, making them the most straightforward choices for players who do not have a scheduled team booking.

Three venues requiring reservations

The remaining venues are aimed more clearly at organised use, with bookings required before teams use the facilities.

• John B. Park Sports Complex, also known as Lawnwood Stadium, is at 1302 Virginia Avenue in Fort Pierce.
• Lakewood Regional Park is another Fort Pierce option, with fields available to rent at 5990 Emerson Avenue.
• South County Regional Sports Complex, at 560 N.W. University Boulevard in Port St. Lucie, includes a 10-acre football stadium.

That split gives the county a mix of informal and structured options. Port St. Lucie has both walk-up venues and a larger bookable complex, while Fort Pierce’s two listed locations require advance planning.

What players should check

For a casual kickabout, McChesney Park and Swan Park appear to be the practical first choices because the report says neither requires a reservation. Clubs, schools and larger groups may prefer the bookable facilities, particularly South County Regional Sports Complex, where the 10-acre stadium provides a more substantial setting.

The next step for local players is to check each venue’s current access rules before the next training session or weekend game. Reservation requirements, field availability and maintenance closures can change, so confirming details in advance remains essential.