Editing Gorgas Park

{{Infobox Park
| name = Gorgas Park
| image =
| image_caption = Gorgas Park in Roxborough
| type = Neighborhood park
| location = Roxborough
| coordinates = 40.0320,-75.2280
| area = 7 acres
| established = 1914
| operated_by = Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
| features = Playground, sports fields, walking paths, community space
| hours = Dawn to dusk
| transit = SEPTA bus 9, 27
| website = https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder
}}

'''Gorgas Park''' is a 7-acre neighborhood park in [[Roxborough]], serving as the primary recreation space for the surrounding community. Named for Surgeon General William C. Gorgas, the park provides athletic fields, playground facilities, and green space in this Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood.<ref name="gorgas">{{cite web |url=https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/#/locationDetails/2933 |title=Gorgas Park |publisher=Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |access-date=December 30, 2025}}</ref>

Gorgas Park anchors the neighborhood and hosts community events throughout the year.

== History ==

=== Naming ===

Named for '''William C. Gorgas''' (1854-1920):
* U.S. Army Surgeon General
* Conquered yellow fever and malaria in Panama Canal Zone
* Made Panama Canal construction possible
* Medical hero of early 20th century

=== Development ===

The park was established in '''1914''':
* Progressive Era recreation facility
* Served growing Roxborough community
* Athletic fields and playground
* Community gathering space

== Features ==

=== Athletic Fields ===

'''Sports facilities:'''
* Baseball/softball diamond
* Multi-purpose field
* Youth sports leagues
* Adult recreation

=== Playground ===

* Modern playground equipment
* Age-appropriate areas
* Safe surfaces
* Popular with families

=== Walking Paths ===

* Perimeter paths
* Shade trees
* Benches

=== Open Space ===

* Lawn areas
* Picnic space
* Community events area

== Using the Park ==

=== Recreation ===

* Youth sports leagues
* Pickup games
* Playground use
* Walking and exercise
* Dog walking

=== Events ===

* Community gatherings
* Sports tournaments
* Neighborhood events
* Holiday celebrations

== Visiting ==

=== Hours ===

* Dawn to dusk
* Year-round access

=== Getting There ===

'''Location:''' Pechin Street and Gorgas Lane, Roxborough

'''By Public Transit:'''
* SEPTA Bus 9, 27

'''By Car:'''
* Street parking available
* Near Ridge Avenue

=== Tips ===

* Youth sports fill the fields on weekends
* The neighborhood is pleasant for walking
* Close to Manayunk for dining

== Neighborhood Context ==

'''Roxborough:'''
* Working-class and middle-class neighborhood
* Northwest Philadelphia
* Near Manayunk and Wissahickon
* Strong community identity
* Family-oriented

== Nearby ==

* '''[[Roxborough]]''' — Surrounding neighborhood
* '''[[Manayunk]]''' — Adjacent
* '''[[Wissahickon Valley Park]]''' — Nearby
* '''[[Andorra Natural Area]]''' — Northwest

== See Also ==

* [[Roxborough]]
* [[Manayunk]]
* [[Wissahickon Valley Park]]
* [[Northwest Philadelphia]]

== References ==
<references />

== External Links ==

* [https://www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Finder]

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[[Category:Parks]]
[[Category:Roxborough]]
[[Category:Northwest Philadelphia]]
[[Category:Recreation]]