Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park
About
Elmer W. Oliver Nature Park - 80-Acre Crown Jewel of Mansfield Parks
80-acre nature park in Mansfield, just south of Arlington, the crown jewel of the Mansfield Parks and Recreation system. The park spans woods, open fields, natural ponds, and granite trails.
Programs for Kids
Programming through City of Mansfield. Programs include:
- Educational programs year-round
- Self-guided trail exploration
- School field trips
- Family events
What's Included
- 80+ acres of woods, open fields, natural ponds
- Granite trails
- Free admission
- Daily 5 a.m.-9 p.m. (March-Oct) / 5 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov-Feb)
Experience
Arlington and Mansfield families use Oliver Nature Park as a free recurring outdoor destination. The Matlock Road location is in Mansfield, ~12 miles south of downtown Arlington, reachable from US-287.