West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field
About
Unassuming city park with a Little League baseball field, a playground & a picnic shelter.
Reviews lean positive — 4.4 out of 5 across 209 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Asheville.
What works
Solid local standing
A 4.4 average from 209 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (8:00 AM – 9:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for.
Worth knowing first
The only one of its kind here
We list no other parks in Asheville, so there is no fallback close by if it disappoints.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field
What is West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field?
Unassuming city park with a Little League baseball field, a playground & a picnic shelter. It is a park in Asheville, NC, at 198 Vermont Ave.
What are the opening hours at West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field?
West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field is open 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field?
Yes — West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field?
Parking options here include a free lot.
Is West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field good for kids?
Yes — West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field is flagged as family-friendly.
How is West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field rated?
West Asheville Park - Gassaway Field holds 4.4 out of 5 stars from 209 Google reviews.