Beautiful pocket park on the St. Johns River. The park's official name is Yacht Basin Park but most locals call it Mom's Park. Yacht Basin Park is located in Riverside on the west bank of Willowbranch Creek, where it enters the St. Johns River. "The City purchased the property in 1921, and Jacksonville’s oldest social organization, the Florida Yacht Club established in 1877, resided adjacent to the site from 1907 till 1928. Eventually the City’s Water Services Division (taken over by JEA in 1997) placed a pump station at the site, and JEA renovated the park in 2001 with landscaping, lighting, and the construction of a gazebo and a brick-paved plaza and walkway." In 2002, Jim Overton allocated money from his bond account for the creation of a bronze statue in memory of Mrs. Austin, wife of former State Attorney and Jacksonville Mayor, Ed Austin. At it's completion in 2003, the bronze sculpture,"Mom’s Statue" was placed outside the Florida Times Union Performing Arts Center. A dedication plaque, which is titled “Mom’s Park”, was installed at the park in February 2004. Most folks have called it Mom's Park ever since. The plaque contains a poem  "On Children" by Kahil Gibran; And a woman who held a babe against her bosom said, "Speak to us of Children." And he said: Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life's longing for itself. They come through you but not from you, And though they are with you, yet they belong not to you. You may give them your love but not your thoughts. For they have their own thoughts. You may house their bodies but not their souls, For their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams. You may strive to be like them, but seek not to make them like you. For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday. You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth. The archer sees the mark upon the path of the infinite, and He bends you with His might that His arrows may go swift and far. Let your bending in the archer's hand be for gladness; For even as he loves the arrow that flies, so He loves also the bow that is stable. Yacht Basin Park "Mom's Park" 2941 St. Johns Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32205

Hidden pocket park between St. Johns Ave and the St. Johns River. Named for the wife of former Mayor Ed Austin, this gem of a park has a mosaic gazebo and a huge live oak tree along Willowbranch Canal. A great spot for wedding photos, it is also a great spot for a picnic lunch. No parking nearby, so you will have to find street parking and walk to the park. Which probably helps in making this a lightly visited park.

This is one of the worst places to visit first off its cluttered no space and u have to walk with your head down just to make sure you aren't stepping on dog feces construction is going on daily it's always flooded I mean i can go on and on the only god thing about it is that it sits on the river PERIOD

Tiny park, but great place for some tranquility or photos. There's a view of a very small canal, a small pagoda with some interesting tile work, and a big old tree with these massive branches that reach to the ground you can walk on. Hard to figure out where is ok to park, but we parked on the street.

Such a cute little park! Has an awesome little mosaic covered area, and has a great view of a stream going into the river. It’s a very small park but very quiet and peaceful. Watch out for the ants, I found a whole bunch right next to one of the trees!

Went here for the first time yesterday, cute little park hidden away from St. John's Ave. Beware the dog poop that I guess the rich Avondale people can't be bothered to clean up after themselves and at low tide the boat slip on the side can smell foul.

We decided to visit this beautiful park for mother's day with my kiddos. It has so much beauty in it the more you look around. It has a beautiful oak tree with a bench beneath it. It has a gorgeous gazebo with marbel tile inside of it and

Beautiful mosaic gazebo, a lovely script to pay tribute to Mayor Golbold's mother. Funky finds, little secret trinkets tucked away that make garden fun. Next to an inlet from the St. Johns river. A MUST see gem.

Small park, but very peaceful. They have this small gazebo, which has broken glass and tile on the floor and columns. It's a great spot to sit and read or even bring a blanket and have a picnic.

It is truly a place that feels like you're in a whole different city. Long branched trees that run throughout the area are fun to climb on. Art and nature create a peaceful place to meditate.

Great place for family photos ,picnics , weddings. Or small get together. We are planning to get married here in march of 2021 . Its beautiful & very well kept ! Best hidden Gem of Riverside.

Beautiful Scenic Views!! One of the best spots in town to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Also great for meditation, healing and clearing your mind.

We had a small wedding here. Beautiful and well maintained park. Not very well known so make sure to keep it a secret;). Great spot for family photos.

Sweet little place to hang and enjoy a breeze. Also great trees with hanging branches for photo shoots and a nice view of the St. John's River

We chose this small park for a family photo shoot and it makes for a great backdrop with a very beautiful old tree with water behind

This is a beautiful little park with a mosaic gazebo and old live oaks to climb. Had engagement photos don't here!

This is a beautiful, peaceful, well kept park! Find ur peace, enjoy the beauty of nature with friends and family!

It was really cool. Beautiful views of trees & the water way. Someone hid ducks all over it was super cute.

Cool spot. Nice trees, Mosaic, grass archway, and a small waterfront... What more can you ask for :)

Such a cute little park. The trees are beautiful and the mosaics in the gazebo are just stunning.

Looks like they're doing some construction. Normally s nice please to hang out.

Total toller kleiner Park mit einem kleinen Pavillon mit sehr schönen Mosaiken

Wish it had a restroom, but it's small and beautiful! Perfect for photoshoots

Great place to walk and capture the priceless moments up against the river.

Another one of the parks in riverside that I'm glad that I found!

Small, cute, was here for a wedding. Nice for a smaller gathering

It's a beautiful place I will be getting married at tomorrow!

Wow Loved this hidden gem of a park! A must see …

This park is beautiful, peaceful, and filled with trees.

A very nice place to go and sit and think and meditate

Never heard of it before, such a jewel...so beautiful

Pretty little jewel of a park tucked into the city ❤

clean quiet place to walk dog and sit in old oaks

Great small park for reflection, photos or yoga.

Love the spreading limbs of the giant live oak.

Great place to go and read a book by the water

Saw birds and fish and art. Highly recommend.

Quiet, funky gazebo, right by river and canal

Shhh...It's a secret. Let's keep it that way.

A couple benches to sit at. It’s for moms.

Pretty.. quiet and serene. Must see!

Beautiful park with gorgeous scenery

Too small. Definitely not for dogs.

Beautiful little park, perfect.

A cute little park on the water

A Very Magically loving place.

Such a beautiful hidden gem

Tranquil very nice scenery

So pretty. Favorite place

This is a place of peace

Picturesque little park.

great spot for photos!

Unique and beautiful.

Absolutely beautiful

So beautiful …

Beautiful hide away

It was beautiful!!!

No where to park.

Very picturesque.

I love moms park

Cute little park

its just badass

Very scenic!

Relaxing

Lindo

Nice