Auburn is committed to preserving green spaces and providing many recreational facilities for residents to choose from. Even with significant growth and progression in the area, Auburn still offers an abundance of recreational parks, walking trails, bike trails and premier athletic facilities.
For the enthusiastic bicyclist, Auburn boasts 44 miles of bike paths and is labelled as the only Bicycle Friendly Community in Alabama. For those who enjoy scenic walks, Auburn has over ten parks in the town, all with various amenities. There is also Lake Martin, a popular tourist destination and a water sport location, approximately 25 miles outside the city limits. Auburn also offers six exceptional golf courses, for those who enjoy golf, and a number of other sporting facilities for people to enjoy year round.
For people that are more partial to arts and culture, Auburn also has great museums, galleries and theaters - there is something for everybody in this lively city.