Lake Wilmore Recreation Center — Auburn’s New Wellness & Recreation Anchor

If you’re looking at Auburn real estate and wondering what makes a neighborhood truly livable, amenities matter. One of the biggest recent additions is the Lake Wilmore Recreation Center, a brand-new facility that lifts Auburn’s recreation game to a whole new level.

A Facility Built for the Whole Community

Located at 2000 Grove Hill Road, tucked just uphill from Ogletree Elementary, the Lake Wilmore Rec Center is packed with features perfectly aligned with Auburn’s vision for parks, health, and gathering spaces. The facility includes two full-sized basketball courts, locker rooms and restrooms, activity rooms, a fitness room, multi-use fitness/studio rooms, an elevated indoor walking track, and conference / meeting space. And that’s not all: the center also boasts a zero-entry pool for lessons and water aerobics plus a heated lap pool. The city wrapped up construction on April 16, 2025, with a capital budget of about $26.4 million. City of Auburn

Courts, Pickleball & Outdoor Access

The facility features twelve covered and lit pickleball courts—with six more under construction to open later in 2025.The courts open daily (sunrise to 9 p.m.) unless reserved, and the internal schedule includes a brief daily (1–2 p.m.) cleaning window.

Beyond the indoor structure, Lake Wilmore Park also includes multi-purpose synthetic fields for football, lacrosse, baseball/softball practices, LED field lighting, restrooms/concessions, and a children’s playground.

Memberships & Access

To align access with equity, Auburn Parks & Recreation rolled out new membership options in March 2025, timed with the Lake Wilmore center’s opening. Residents can claim a two-week free trial beginning March 17, then full membership and daily passes activate April 1, 2025.

Membership tiers include:

Free Amenities Membership (basketball, game rooms, free-play access)
Paid Memberships (fitness, pool, indoor track, all facility access)
Daily passes for non-members ($10/day for full facilities, $5/day for pools)
Senior eligibility via SilverSneakers® at no cost (for qualifying 65+ participants)

Any existing members at Frank Brown or Boykin centers will be honored for those locations, but will need to upgrade to access Lake Wilmore.

Operating Hours & Maintenance

Typical hours:

Monday–Thursday: 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Pickleball courts observe a daily cleaning closure Monday–Friday, 1–2 p.m. Courts also undergo deep cleaning on the first Wednesday of odd months (Sept, Nov, Jan, etc.).

Why Lake Wilmore Matters for Auburn Living

When you’re evaluating Auburn homes for sale or thinking about neighborhoods, proximity to facilities like Lake Wilmore adds real value. Imagine walking or biking down to work out, hit the pool, play basketball or pickleball, all without getting in a car. That’s a lifestyle differentiator.

Developers and city planners knew that too—this rec center is a central asset in Auburn’s Parks, Recreation & Culture Master Plan. With this kind of investment, neighborhoods nearby will benefit from increased demand, walkability, and quality of life enhancements.

What You’ll See (and What’s Ahead)

On your next drive past, you might catch athletes on the courts, swimmers in the pool, or the finishing touches being applied to remaining fields and trails. Later phases include completing the remaining pickleball courts, mountain bike trails, and multipurpose field expansions.

📲 Want to live near Lake Wilmore or see how your home’s value could climb with this nearby recreation asset? Call or text me at 334-332-7263, or visit AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com. Homes, y’all!

Laura Sellers is a top-rated REALTOR® based in Auburn, Alabama, serving home buyers and sellers throughout Auburn and Opelika. With deep roots in the community and decades of experience, Laura specializes in residential real estate, Auburn University relocation, and helping clients transition smoothly—whether they’re moving across town or across the country. Learn more at https://AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com.

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