South Park

South Park is a 156-acre public park located in Buffalo, New York. Designed in 1894 by Frederick Law Olmsted as part of Buffalo's park system, it features a picturesque 22-acre lake with three densely planted islands, flanked by gently rolling meadows. The park is encircled by a circuit drive and network of footpaths.

Originally intended as an arboretum, South Park contains over 2,300 species of trees, shrubs, and plants. A notable feature is the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, housed in a large Victorian-style conservatory building constructed in 1898. This tri-domed glass structure, designed by Lord & Burnham Company, stands at the park's main entrance off South Park Avenue.

In the early 20th century, additions to the park included a nine-hole golf course, which occupies much of the area surrounding the lake. Other recreational facilities were added over time, including ball fields and tennis courts. The park also contains a picnic grove and children's playground area.

South Park serves as a significant green space in Buffalo's southern region, providing residents with opportunities for recreation, nature appreciation, and community gatherings. It continues to be an important part of Buffalo's historic Olmsted-designed park system, albeit with some changes from its original design.