Loyce E. Harpe Park

Loyce E. Harpe Park, formerly known as Carter Road Park, is off of Carter Rd in South Lakeland. The park includes softball fields, Little League baseball fields, and soccer fields.There is also numerous mountain biking trails, fishing, and DiOGi Dog Park. The park is host to various special events throughout the year, such as the Haunted Halloween Hayride and Happenings.

The park is named after Loyce E. Harpe, who was the county's first parks and recreation director. Mr. Harpe served as a parks and recreation professional during most of his 31 years in public service.