Parks Guide - City of Oklahoma City

2011 OKLAHOMA CITY PARKS & RECREATION 

Parks Guide

Phone Numbers 4-5 

Bricktown Canal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 

Civic Center Music Hall 7 

Myriad Botanical Gardens 8 

The City of Oklahoma City Parks And Recreation Department 

Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center 9 

Recreation Centers 10-11 

Play in the Park 12 

Performing Arts in the Park 13 

Martin Park Nature Center 14 

Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park of Oklahoma City 15 

Swimming Pools 16-17 

Paw Park 18 

Rental Fees & Services 19-21 

Maps-Oklahoma City Parks 22-25 

City Lakes 26-27 

Oklahoma River and Trails 28-29 

Fish Hatchery & Classes 30 

Fishing Regulations 31 

Youth Sports 32-33 

Adult Sports 34 

Senior Activities 35 

Tennis and Archery 36 

Golf & Disc Golf 37 

Trails & Walking Paths 38 

Parks 39 

All or portions of this guide can be made available in an alternate format. Requests should 

be directed to 297-3903. Information listed in this guide is subject to change. 

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Letter From the Mayor 

The Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation 

Department offers a wide variety of engaging, 

family-friendly activities throughout the year. 

From winter workshops and classes, to spring youth 

sports and performing arts or our signature summer 

programs, there’s something for everyone no matter 

the season. 

Community partnerships continue to play a significant 

role in our growth and development. Thanks to the 

generosity of our Oklahoma Lions Clubs, a new play 

area at the Lions Children’s Park offers children 

of all ages and ability levels the opportunity to play in a safe and accessible 

environment. This state-of-the-art universal playground on the east side of Lake 

Hefner was funded thanks to the efforts of individual Lions Club members and 

local corporate partners. Volunteers from across the country participated in 

assembling the new play structure, which provides a wheelchair accessible play 

surface and shade structures, as well as interactive play features. 

Visitors and tourists alike will enjoy strolling along the new trail in the Margaret 

Annis Boys Arboretum in the Will Rogers Gardens. The arboretum features a 

collection of diverse Oklahoma native and non-native trees which provide vibrant 

color and cooling shade in the Spring through Fall months. The new trail, along 

with enhanced signage, is being installed thanks to a gift from the Oklahoma City 

Community Foundation in honor of the anniversary of Ms. Boys’ 100th birthday. 

The Myriad Botanical Gardens is undergoing a transformation of its own thanks 

to the 2007 General Obligation Bond and committed funds from the building of 

the Devon Energy tower, part of the City’s Project180 initiative. A new children’s 

garden, grand performance lawn, skating rink, restaurant, dog release area and 

interactive water features will bring new life into this popular downtown attraction 

that will be open throughout the year. 

More positive changes are in store for 2011. Parks & Recreation Director Wendel 

Whisenhunt and his staff work diligently to provide outdoor and indoor recreation 

programs and facilities to enhance the quality of life to all our citizens and visitors. 

No matter the time, no matter the season, there’s always something fun to do at 

your local OKC Park! 

Mick Cornett, Mayor 

Letter From the Mayor 

To sign-up for updates on Parks activities, email us at parkinfo@okc.gov 

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The City Of Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department 

Mayor 

Mick Cornett 

City Manager 

James D. Couch 

City Council of 

Oklahoma City 

Gary Marrs Ward 1 

Sam Bowman Ward 2 

Larry McAtee, Jr. Ward 3 

Pete White Ward 4 

J. Brian Walters Ward 5 

Meg Salyer Ward 6 

Ronald “Skip” Kelly Ward 7 

Pat Ryan Ward 8 

Director of Parks & Recreation 

Wendel Whisenhunt 

Assistant Director 

Larry Ogle 

Grounds Management Manager 

Catherine Waide 

Recreation Manager 

Christopher Hamilton (interim) 

Park Commission 

Administrative Managers 

Joe Mallonee Ward 1 

T. Scott Buxton Ward 2 

Jeff Olbert Ward 3 

Louise Elkins-Alexander Ward 4 

Ray Thompson Ward 5 

Janet Seefeldt Ward 6 

Lonnie G. Fuller Ward 7 

Allen Paine-chairperson Ward 8 

Clyde Caldwell 

At-Large 

Business Manager 

Wes Gray 

Park Planning 

Terry Ash 

Botanical Gardens Manager 

Allan Storjohann 

Civic Center Manager 

Jim Brown 

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Playground Safety 

Checklist 

• Children should ALWAYS be 

supervised when playing on 

playground equipment. 

• Strings on clothing or ropes used 

for play can cause accidental 

strangulation if caught on 

equipment. 

• Use sunscreen. 

• If you see any glass or other 

hazardous material on the 

playground, report it to 297-2356 

immediately. 

Other Parks 

Departments 

Oklahoma State Parks 230-8300 

Bethany Parks 789-2992 

Del City Parks 671-2868 

Edmond Parks 359-4630 

Midwest City Parks 739-1293 

Moore Parks 793-5090 

Mustang Parks 376-3411 

Norman Parks 366-5472 

Village Parks 751-8861 

Warr Acres 787-1404 

Yukon Parks 354-8442 

OKC Parks & Recreation Information 

TEL: 297-2211 

TDD: 297-2020 

The Oklahoma City Parks & Recreation Department is 

committed to providing handicapped-accessible amenities at 

facilities. 

In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the 

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the City of Oklahoma 

City will not discriminate against qualified 

individuals on the basis of disability in its 

services, programs or activities. 

The City Of Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department 


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Phone Numbers 

General Information 297-2211 

Administration 297-3882 

Grounds Management 297-2356 

Rental Information 297-2756 

Specialty Centers 

Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N Walker, 73102 297-2584 

Martin Park Nature Center, 5000 W Memorial Rd, 73142 755-0676 

Myriad Botanical Gardens, 301 West Reno Avenue, 73102 297-3995 

Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center, 3400 NW 36 St, 73112 943-0827 

Athletics and Fitness 

Johnnie L. Williams Municipal Gym, 720 NW 8 St, 73102 232-8361 

Woodson Gym, 3403 S May Ave, 73119 681-6424 

Youth League Office, 420 W Main, Ste. 310, 73102 297-3828 

Tennis 

Oklahoma City Tennis Center, 3400 N Portland Ave, 73112 946-2739 

Earlywine Tennis Center, 3033 SW 119 St., 73170 691-5430 

Golf Courses 

Earlywine Park Golf Course, 11600 S. Portland Ave, 73170 691-1727 

Lake Hefner Golf Course, 4491 S Lake Hefner Dr, 73132 843-1565 

Lincoln Park Golf Course, 4001 NE Grand Blvd, 73111 424-1421 

James E. Stewart Golf Course, NE 10 & Douglass Ave., 73117 424-4353 

Trosper Park Golf Course, 2301 SE 29 St, 73129 677-8874 

Phone Numbers 

Lakes 

H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery, 10940 N Meridian Ave, 73120 755-4014 

Lake Draper Marina, SE 104 & W Stanley Draper Dr, 73165 799-0870 

Police Department Patrol Station, Lake Draper, 73165 794-5010 

Police Department Patrol Station, Lake Hefner, 73132 843-4976 

Police Department Patrol Station, Lake Overholser, 73008 789-3746 

Swimming Pools 

Earlywine Family Aquatic Center, 3033 SW 119 St, 73170 692-6050 


Minnis Lakeview Pool, 12518 NE 36 St, 73084 769-9852 

Northeast Pool, 1300 NE 33, 73111 424-6343 

Will Rogers Family Aquatic Center, 3201 N Grand Blvd, 73112 946-5937 

Woodson Pool, 3405 S May Ave, 73119 681-9776 

Foster Indoor Pool, 614 NE 4 St, 73117 239-6898 

Recreation Centers 

Douglass Recreation Center, 900 N Frederick Douglass Ave., 73117 424-4212 

Foster Program Center, 614 NE 4 St, 73104 232-1881 

Macklanburg Recreation Center, 2234 NW 117, 73120 751-4977 

Melrose Recreation Center, 7800 W Melrose Ln, 73127 789-6758 

Minnis Lakeview Recreation Center, 12520 NE 36, 73084 769-2676 

Northwest Optimist Recreation Center, 3301 NW Grand, 73116 841-2412 

Pilot Recreation Center, 1435 NW 2 St, 73106 232-8309 

Pitts Recreation Center, 1920 N Kate Ave, 73111 427-1556 

Schilling Recreation Center, 539 SE 25 St, 73129 631-2466 

Sellers Recreation Center, 8301 S Villa Ave, 73159 685-3311 

Southern Oaks Recreation Center, 400 SW 66 St, 73139 631-5441 

Will Rogers Senior Citizen Center, 3501 Pat Murphy Dr, 73112 942-4339 

Woodson Park Senior Activity Center, 3401 S May Ave, 73119 681-3266 

Partnership Centers 

Capitol Hill P.A.L., 3816 S Robinson, 73109 632-2240 

Diggs Head Start Center, 2201 N Coltrane Rd, 73121 427-8515 

Lincoln Senior Center, 4712 M.L. King Blvd, 73111 427-0862 

McKinley Head Start Program, 1300 N McKinley, 73106 524-5017 

McKinley Community Action Agency, 1300 N McKinley, 73106 524-2468 

Minnis Lakeview Community Action Agency, 12520 NE 36, 73084 769-3346 

Northeast Weed & Seed, 1220 NE 33, 73111 424-1853 

Uptown Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club, 1150 NW 36 St, 73118 521-9292 

Rental Facilities 

Parks, pavilions, event centers and bleachers 297-2756 

Athletic Fields 297-2756 

Bricktown Canal 297-2467 

Civic Center Music Hall 297-2584 


(call individual centers) 

Martin Park Nature Center 755-0676 

Myriad Botanical Gardens 297-3995 

Will Rogers Amphitheater 297-2338 

Will Rogers Rose Garden 942-4339 

Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center (Garden Clubs) 943-0827 


Phone Numbers 

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Bricktown Canal 

Bricktown Canal 

Bricktown 

4 East Sheridan 

Open 24 hours, year-round 

From a diamond-in-the-rough 

warehouse district to a 

white-hot entertainment 

zone, historic Bricktown is 

downtown Oklahoma City’s 

liveliest location. World-class 

cuisine, splendid hotels and 

retail shops, and vibrant art and 

entertainment make Bricktown a 

must-see – and do – destination 

for every visitor. 

At the heart of Bricktown runs 

a mile-long canal that rambles its way between terraced restaurant patios and 

lush, landscaped walkways toward the Oklahoma River. Visitors can climb aboard 

the Water Taxi for a relaxing canal ride and tour, featuring several of Bricktown’s 

most notable sites. Narrated tours run daily every 10-15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 

11 p.m., as weather permits. July and August have extended hours of 9 a.m. to 

midnight. 

Looking for family fun? Check out a Redhawks baseball game at the at&t 

Bricktown Ballpark, playing each season from April through September. 

If baseball’s not your game, head to a movie, go bowling or dine at one of 

Bricktown’s many family-friendly eateries. Bricktown is the one-stop shop for yearround 

family entertainment. 

Still want more? During the summer months, kids of all ages can kick off their 

shoes and make a splash at the Bricktown interactive fountain, or year-round, try a 

jaunt on the colorful Bricktown playground. 

If that’s not enough, check out Bricktown’s vibrant public art – colorful murals, 

intricate mosaics, life-sized sculptures and the impressive Centennial Land Run 

monument. You can also celebrate the City’s eclectic musical heritage with trips 

down Charlie Christian Avenue, Vince Gill Avenue or Flaming Lips Alley! 

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The Oklahoma City Parks 

and Recreation Department 

maintains the landscaping along 

the Bricktown Canal, and issues 

permits to people wishing to 

sell food and drinks, specialty 

goods, or provide entertainment 

in the canal area. 

Vendor applications are available 

at the Parks and Recreation 

Department offices, or online at 

www.okc.gov.

Civic Center Music Hall 

201 N. Walker, Downtown OKC 

297-2264(box office) 297-2584(office) 

www.okcciviccenter.com 

Ready for an enchanted evening of enticing entertainment? The Civic 

Center Music Hall has just your ticket! 

From the best of Broadway to a stirring symphony or intimate play or comedy, the 

Civic Center Music Hall is Oklahoma City’s premier performing arts facility. This 

impressive hall is considered one of the best acoustical halls in the country, and is 

the performance home of OKC Ballet, the Oklahoma City Philharmonic Orchestra, 

Canterbury Choral Society, Celebrity Attractions, Lyric Theatre, CityRep Theatre 

and Oklahoma City Theatre Company. 

The Civic Center hosts more than 2,000 events annually, with over 300,000 

patrons in attendance. Season guides featuring show dates and synopses are 

available free of charge in the main entry hall. 

For tickets, contact T.H.E. Box 

Office at (405)297-2264 or 

1(800)364-7111. 

Want to treat your guests to an 

event they’ll never forget? The Civic 

Center Music Hall boasts a wide 

array of reception halls and banquet 

facilities suitable for events of almost 

any size and scale. From pre-show 

gatherings to large corporate 

meetings or weddings and formal 

receptions, the Civic Center Music Hall can accommodate events of almost any 

nature. For more information, email our event specialist at rentals@okc.gov, or call 

(405)297-1577. 

Ticket Information 

297-2264 or 1-800-364-7111 • www.okcciviccenter.com 

Canterbury Choral 

Society 

232-SING 

Carpenter Square 

Theatre 

232-6500 

Celebrity Attractions 

1-800-869-1451 

CityRep 

848-3761 

Lyric Theatre 

524-9312 

OKC Ballet 

Company 

848-TOES 


Philharmonic 

842-5387 


Theatre Company 

234-2298 

Civic Center Music Hall 


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Myriad Botanical Gardens 

Reno and Robinson in Downtown OKC 

297-3995 

www.myriadgardens.com 

After enticing guests for 

more than 20 years, 

the Myriad Botanical 

Gardens and Crystal Bridge 

Tropical Conservatory has 

closed to the public for a yearlong 

transformation project. 

The Crystal Bridge is being 

refitted with more than 

3,000 new, acrylic panels. In addition, a new gateway plaza and visitors’ 

information center will be built along the conservatory’s south end. 

Outside, the Gardens’ quiet hills will give way to more dynamic open spaces, 

where rippling brooks and scintillating, interactive water features will energize 

the soul. A grand performance lawn will host a bounty of outdoor concerts and 

special events, while more passive, restful areas will draw in visitors wishing to 

read and reflect under a canopy of lush trees. 

Myriad Botanical Gardens 

Adventure seekers of any age will 

enjoy exploring the new children’s 

garden, where a world of wonderment 

and nature will greet visitors around 

every turn. New features such as the 

whimsical story tree, labyrinth, and 

state-of-the-art water features will 

enliven the imagination. 

Dog owners will love the new open dog release area where canine companions 

can romp and play off leash. 

Throughout the year, visitors can take in the culinary delights of the new 

restaurant, and enjoy the great outdoors on the restaurant’s all seasons plaza 

during warmer months, and in winter, 

skate to their heart’s delight on the ice 

skating rink. 

The new gardens will open just in 

time for Festival of the Arts on April 

26, 2011, with new surprises opening 

throughout the year. 


Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center 

3400 NW 36 St. 943-0827 

April - September: Open daily 8:00 a.m. - 8: p.m. 

October - March: Open daily 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

A 

garden paradise awaits visitors to the Will 

Rogers Gardens and Exhibition Center 

located in northwest Oklahoma City. The 

formal style gardens, once home to a local dairy 

farm, welcomes visitors with a variety of colorful 

flowers and plants, including roses, irises, azaleas, 

daylilies and peonies. The gardens are operated 

by the Parks & Recreation Department’s Botanical 

Gardens Division and are listed on the National 

Registry of Historic Places. 

The gardens are comprised of three main areas, 

the Margaret Annis Boys Arboretum, the Charles 

E. Sparks Rose Garden and the Ed Lycan Conservatory. Visitors can stroll along 

the meandering paths in the arboretum and learn about Oklahoma native species 

trees, as well as hundreds of other tree specimens. Over eighty varieties of roses 

are in bloom May – October in the Charles E. Sparks Rose Garden. Vibrant pinks, 

whites, reds and yellows make 

up the rose gardens, a favorite 

spot for outdoor weddings or a 

family outing. 

The Ed Lycan Conservatory, an 

original 1924 Lloyd & Burnham 

greenhouse, houses the state’s 

largest collection of cacti and 

succulents. The conservatory will 

undergo restoration in 2011. 

The Garden Exhibition Center 

hosts FREE monthly horticulture 

workshops and classes. The classes focus on simple, easy-to-implement 

residential gardening techniques, perfect for the amateur backyard greenthumb, 

or even Master Gardener. FREE drawing and flower arranging classes are also 

available. 

The Rose Garden and Garden 

Exhibition Center are available 

for rentals for a wide array of 

events. 

For Rose Garden rental inquiries, 

call 405-942-4339. For 

Exhibition Center rentals, or to 

inquire about the free education 

workshops, call 405-943-0827. 


Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center 

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Oklahoma City’s eleven year-round recreation centers are overflowing with 

quality leisure-time activities for school-aged children and adults. Kids can 

have a ball participating in a wide variety of arts and crafts activities, board 

games, sports and fitness programs. Afterschool homework programs are also 

available at select centers. Fitness and creative activities for adults include yoga, 

dance, art classes and more. 

Classes vary from center to center. Call 405-297-2211 to locate a center near you. 


Douglass Recreation Center 

900 N Frederick Douglass Ave. 

424-4212 

Hours: 

Mon.-Thurs.12:30-9:30 p.m. 

Fri. 3-9 p.m. 

Summer Hours: 

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Foster Program Center 

614 NE 4 232-1881 

Hours: Open during programming 

only 

Macklanburg Recreation 

Center 

2234 NW 117 751-4977 

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 3:30-8:30 p.m. 

Summer hours: 

YMCA-Leased 

Melrose Recreation Center 

7800 W Melrose Lane 789-6758 

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 3:30-8:30 p.m 

Summer hours: 

Mon.-Fri. 1 p.m.-6 p.m. 

Minnis Lakeview 

Recreation Center 

12520 NE 36 769-2676 

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 

Pilot Recreation Center 

1435 NW 2 232-8309 

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 12:30-9:30 p.m. 

Fri. 3-9 p.m. 

Summer hours: 



Pitts Recreation Center 

1920 N Kate 427-1556 

Hours: 


Summer hours: 


Schilling Recreation Center 

539 SE 25 631-2466 

Hours: 

Mon.- Thurs. 12:30-9:30 p.m. 

Fri. 3-9 p.m. 

Summer hours: 


Sellers Recreation Center 

8301 S Villa 685-3311 

Hours: 

Mon.-Thurs. 12:30-9:30 p.m. 

Fri. 3-9 p.m. 

Summer hours: 


Southern Oaks 

Recreation Center 

400 SW 66 631-5441 

Hours: 

Mon.-Thurs. 12:30-9:30 p.m. 

Fri. 3-9 p.m. 

Summer hours: 

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.] 

P. R.Y.D.E. 

Parks and Recreation 

Youth Development and 

Enhancement Program 

Call 297-2211 or log 

on to the parks page 

at www.okc.gov to 

find a Recreation 

Center close to you! 

The P.R.Y.D.E. program offers 

youth ages 6-18 the opportunity 

to develop leadership skills for 

adult living. This structured, 

volunteer program teaches youth 

the value of volunteer work and 

serves as a stepping stone 

for job training. Call your local 

Recreation Center for more 

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Play in the Park 

Ready! Set! It’s time to go with the Parks and Recreation Department’s 

annual summer activities program Play In The Park. This innovative program 

provides free supervised activities for children 6 and over in a safe and 

active outdoor environment. Games, sports, arts & crafts, performing arts, safety 

activities and field trips are just part of the summertime fun. Play In The Park runs 

daily Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. beginning in Mid-June. 

PLAY IN THE PARK is not a substitute for daycare, but provides adultsupervised 

fun during summer break. 

Capitol Hill Center 

3618 S Robinson 

Play In The Park Sites 

McKinley Park 

1300 N McKinley 

Reed Park 

1217 N May Avenue 

Columbus School 

2402 S Penn 

Melrose Park 

7800 Melrose Lane 

Rockwood School 

3101 SW 24 

Douglass Park 

900 N Frederick Douglass 

Avenue 

E.B. Jeffrey Park 

4432 NW 16 

Harvest Hills Park 

8235 NW 104 

Hefner Park 

3301 NW Grand 

Lippert Park 

5500 S Shartel 

Macklanburg Park 

2234 NW 117 

McCracken Park 

425 SE 64 

Memorial Park 

1150 NW 36 

Minnis Lakeview Park 

12520 NE 36 

North Highland Park 

8200 N Harvey 

(opens at 12 noon) 

North Highland School 

8400 N Robinson 

Oklahoma Lions’ 

Children’s ParkEast 

Lake Hefner Drive 

Pilot Park 

1435 NW 2 

Pitts Park 

1920 N Kate 

Schilling Park 

537 SE 25th 

Sellers Park 

8301 S Villa 

Southern Oaks Park 

400 SW 66 

Taylor Park 

1115 SW 70 

Wiley Post Park 

1700 S Robinson 

Will Rogers Park 

South Shelter 

3400 NW 36 

Youngs Park 

4510 S Youngs 

(opens at 12 noon) 

Site locations subject to change. Call 297-2211 for more information. 

Play in the Park 


Performing Arts in the Park 

Northwest Optimist Recreation Center 

3301 NW Grand 

841-2412 

Dance, drama and singing are 

just a few of the options offered 

at the Northwest Optimist 

Performing Arts Community Center. 

This full-time program center provides 

children and adults the opportunity 

to express themselves with a variety 

of performing arts focused classes, 

including drama, tap, jazz, Middle 

Eastern dance, stagecraft for youth, 

and more. Special classes geared 

toward homeschool students and 

educators are also available. 

Mini day camps such as the spring break “Spring Fling,” and “Holiday Magic 

Camp,” held each December, offer young entertainers the chance to break in their 

performance shoes while participating in lively musical ensembles. 

The highlight of the center’s schedule is the summer Performing Arts Day Camp, 

where children 6-17 take part in putting together a full-scale musical production. 

Four two-week sessions are offered each year. The camp runs 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

daily, Monday-Friday during each session. Sessions end with a family-friendly 

performance and cast party. 

Summer 2011 Schedule: 

Session I: 

June 6-17 “Oliver!” 

Session III: 

July 5-15 “Charlie & The 

Chocolate Factory” 

Session II: 

June 20-July 1 “Rapunzel” 

Session IV: 

July 18-20 “Kiss Me, Kate” 

(ages 12+ only) 

School immunization records are required for camp participation. 

For more information, or to see a full schedule of classes and day camps, call 

405-841-2412. 

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Martin Park Nature Center 

5000 W Memorial Road 755-0676 

Open 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 

Wednesday-Sunday year-round 

Free admission 

Take a step on the wild side with a trip 

to OKC’s very own Martin Park Nature 

Center. 

Secluded amid 140 acres of lush grasslands, 

sprawling streams and rich Oklahoma foliage, 

Martin Park Nature Center is an enchanting and 

exhilarating escape from urban life. 

Hikers and walkers of all ages can enjoy 3.5 

miles of gentle, picturesque trails. Those with a 

keen eye or good ear might catch a glimpse of 

some of the local wildlife, including several of the 

bird and mammal species that make their home 

in the park. Cameras and binoculars are always 

welcome. 


Folks who want to enhance their nature 

knowledge can take a guided hike or visit the 

park’s education center to learn about local 

wildlife. A small fee may apply for the hike or 

other special education programs. 

Feeling a little green? Sign up for the Green 

Earth Gang, a nature appreciation program 

for 9 to 13 year olds. The “Gang” works on 

conservation projects under the supervision of a 

park naturalist. 

The non-profit “Friends of Martin Park” supports 

the Nature Center by volunteering and raising 

funds for special projects. New members are 

always welcome. Call 755-0676 for more 

information! 

Named a “Ten Best” Parks and Playgrounds 

for the U.S. South-Central region in National 

Geographic’s “The 10 Best of Everything Families: 

An Ultimate Guide for Travelers” © 2009. 


Skate Parks 

Are you head over wheels for adventure? The Oklahoma City Parks & 

Recreation Department has just your ticket to biking and skating fun. From 

the steep bowls of the Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park to the gentle slopes 

and slides of the Route 66 and South Lakes Skate Courts, we’ve got just the right 

space for every age and ability. 

The Mat Hoffman Action Sports 

Park* at SW 17 th is the state’s largest 

adventure park. Located just south 

of the Oklahoma River, the 26,000 

square foot skate park was built with 

skaters, bladers and BMXers in mind. The park features 

a deep bowl course, plus high-action street course with 

stairs and hubba rails, all to provide maximum thrills 

and chills in an urban environment. Maximum fun for the 

intermediate to expert level riders and skaters. 

Beginning and intermediate skaters can get in on the 

action in the Parks Department’s newest above-ground 

skate courts, Route 66 and SouthLakes. With above-ground ramps, rails and 

stairs, there’s plenty of action to go around. Perfect for younger skaters and 

bikers, or those just starting out. 

Route 66 Skate Court in Route 66 Park 

3350 West Overholser Drive (on NW 23 rd just west of 

Route 66 Park) 

South Lakes Skate Court 

4302 SW 119 th Street (just west of Meridian) 

All three parks are open dawn to 11:00 p.m. year round. 

Admission is free, but helmets and safety gear are 

required. 

* Named “Ten Best” Skateparks in U.S. in National 

Geographic’s “The 10 Best of Everything Families: 

An Ultimate Guide for Travelers” © 2009. 

Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park of Oklahoma City 


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Swimming Pools and Spraygrounds 

It’s easy to stay cool in the 

summer with the City’s 

swimming pools and 

spraygrounds. The Parks and Recreation 

Department offers a variety of aquatic activities 

perfect for summer fun. Spraygrounds open 

Memorial Day weekend and are open daily 10 

a.m. - 8 p.m. through Labor Day. Pools and our 

two Family Aquatic Centers open at different 

times throughout the summer. Please contact 

the OKC Parks Department at 297-2211 for 

specific opening dates and hours. 

Swim Lessons 

Lessons for all levels and abilities are offered 

at all pools for $20 per student, per session. 

Patrons can sign up and pay fees at the pools. Contact individual pools for dates 

and times. 

Groups 

Groups of 20 or more are required to make reservations at least 24 hours in 

advance. Call your local pool for more information. 


Family Aquatic Centers: 

Earlywine Family Aquatic Center 

SW 119 & May, 692-6050 

Will Rogers Family Aquatic 

Center 

3201 N Grand, 946-5937 

Fee: $6 

Season Passes Available: 

Individual, $50 Family Pass $150 

(family of 4) 

Season pass holders gain early 

admission (11 a.m.) to Family 

Aquatics Centers Monday - Friday. 

Foster program Pool 

614 NE 4, 239-6898 

Open year-round for programmed 

activities. 

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 

6:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 

4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 

Minnis Lakeview Pool 

12518 NE 36 St. 769-9852 

Free 

NORTHEAST & WOODSON 

Pools 

Northeast Pool 

1300 NE 33, 424-6343 

Woodson Pool 

3405 S May, 681-9776 

FREE 


Big Wet 

Birthday Bash 

Treat your friends to a splashing good time at the Earlywine and Will Rogers 

Family Aquatic Centers. Birthday parties can be scheduled at each center during 

regular operating hours. Cost is $20 per hour, with a 2-hour minimum (does not 

include pool admission). Call today to reserve your birthday spot in the sun! 

Lifeguarding Classes 

The Parks and Recreation Department offers lifeguarding classes 

throughout the winter and spring in preparation for the upcoming 

pool season. Classes take place at the Foster Indoor Pool, 614 NE 

4 th Street. Classes are free to those individuals who pass required testing and are 

hired by the City for the summer pool season. 

Students learn the necessary skills of water rescue and emergency first aid, 

including victim recognition and assessment, water retrieval skills, primary first 

aid, and advanced emergency care including CPR and AED usage. 

For class times and qualification information, please call the Foster Indoor Pool at 

239-6898. 

Regulations 

• Children under 6 years must be accompanied by an adult. 

• Children under 4 must wear plastic pants or swim diapers. 

• Lice checks are required by the City-County Health Department. 

• Patrons must follow all pool rules. 

• Appropriate swim wear required. 

Spraygrounds: 

Our 16 interactive water parks provide a great way splish, splash and 

spritz your way into summer fun. Spraygrounds are open daily from 10 

a.m. - 8 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends. 

Douglass Park, 

901 N Douglass Ave. 

E.B. Jeffrey Park, 4432 NW 16 

Harvest Hills Park, 

8235 NW 104 

Lippert Park, 5500 S Shartel 

Macklanburg Park, 

11700 N Stratford Drive 

McCracken Park, 425 SE 64 

McKinley Park, 

1300 N McKinley 

Melrose Park, NW 5 & Council 

Memorial Park, 

3600 N Classen 

North Highland Park, 

301 NW 81 

Reed Park, 1217 N May Ave 

Schilling Park, 537 SE 25th 

Sellers Park, 8301 S Villa 

Taylor Park, 1113 SW 70th 

Wiley Post Park, 

SW 17 & Robinson 

Youngs Park, SW 44 & Youngs 



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Paw Park 

Hefner Park, NW 73 & Grand 

Hours: Dawn to Dusk 

www.pawok.com 

Free Admission 

Ready to take Rover for some fun and 

fresh air? The OK PAW Park has got 

just your ticket to puppy paradise! 

This two-acre off-leash park features separated 

enclosures for large and small or elderly dogs, 

trees, water stations, a swimming pond, and 

even a bright red fire hydrant. There are also 

several benches and shaded areas for the dogs’ 

human companions. 

Whether Fifi or Fido craves the company of other dogs or a leisurely stroll over 

adventurous terrain, the OK Paw Park is a tail-wagging good time! 

The PAW Park is operated and maintained in cooperation with Partners for 

Animal Welfare of Oklahoma (PAW OK). This non-profit, volunteer organization 

takes care of the park grounds and 

raises funds for park improvements. 

Donations are accepted at the Park 

for ongoing maintenance. 

Paw Park 

No children under 10 years of age 

are allowed in the PAW Park, and 

other regulations apply. These 

regulations exist to ensure the 

safety of dogs and their handlers. 

To review the regulations, or find 

out more about OK PAW, visit 

www.pawok.com. 

Rated in “Top Ten Dog Parks in U.S.” by 

DogFancy Magazine, June, 2008 


Rental Fees & Services 

Are you looking for a place to hold 

your family reunion, little league 

practice, wedding or birthday 

party? The Oklahoma City Parks & 

Recreation Department manages a wide 

variety of rental facilities throughout the 

metro. 

Pavilions and Event Centers 

Open-air pavilions are available for 

rent from April 15 to October 31. Event Centers, available throughout the year, 

are climate controlled indoor facilities and provide ample space for your events 

and gatherings of up to 150 people. Event Centers are located at South Lakes, 

Woodson, Will Rogers and Wiley Post parks. To make your reservation, call 297- 

2756. 

Weddings 

Elegant weddings and picture-perfect 

receptions can be hosted at a variety 

of Park facilities. Whether it’s the 

elegance of the Meinders Hall of 

Mirrors, the lush colors of the Will 

Rogers Rose Garden, or a simple 

lakeside wedding outside, the Parks 

& Recreation Department has a wide 

variety of facilities to suit every taste 

and budget. 

Birthdays 

Wanting to host an unforgettable birthday party? Consider renting the library at 

Martin Park Nature Center, or a party house, gymnasium or recreation center. 

Rental Facilities 

Athletic Fields 297-2756 

Bricktown Canal 297-2467 

Civic Center Music Hall 297-2584 


Call the individual center 

Martin Park Nature Center 755-0676 

Event Centers and Pavilions 297-2756 

Will Rogers Garden Exhibition Center 943-0827 

Will Rogers Rose Garden 942-4339 

Will Rogers Amphitheater 297-2338 



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Event Centers Pavilions Amphitheaters 

South Lakes 

4210 SW 119th, 73173 

Wiley Post 

2021 S Robinson, 73109 

Will Rogers 

3401 N Independence, 73112 

Woodson 

3028 SW 36th, 73119 

Dolese 

NW 50th & Meridian, 73122 

Earlywine (A-Frame) 

3033 SW 119th, 73170 

Earlywine (Small) 

3033 SW 119th, 73170 

Edwards 

NE 14th & Bryant, 73111 

Lake Draper Recreation Area 1 

9040 N Stanley Draper Drive 

Lake Draper Recreation Area 2 

9050 N Stanley Draper Drive 

Overholser (Large) 

NW 14th & Overholser Dr, 73128 

Rotary 

SW 19th & Westwood, 73108 

Route 66 

9901 NW 23rd, 73127 

Stars & Stripes 

Lakeshore Dr & Portland, 73116 

South Lakes 

4210 SW 119th Street, 73173 

Trosper (Large) 

SE 29th & Eastern, 73129 

Wiley Post 

SW 17th & Robinson, 73109 

Will Rogers North 

Portland & Pat Murphy Dr, 73112 

Will Rogers South 

NW 30th & Grand, 73112 

Other Shelters 

not listed 

Robert S Kerr 

102 Robert S Kerr Ave, 73102 

Route 66 

9901 NW 23rd, 73127 

Will Rogers 

3312 N Portland, 73112 

Additional Hourly rate $50 $30 $25 $30 $10 $35 $35 $20 $30 $30 $20 $10 $35 $35 $30 $35 $35 $20 $35 $10 $75 $35 $50 

May be rented for a minimum of 3 hrs. May be rented for a minimum of 2 hours 3 hr minimum 

Usage for 2 hours N/A N/A N/A N/A $30 $65 $65 $45 $60 $60 $45 $30 $75 $65 $60 $65 $65 $45 $65 $30 N/A N/A N/A 

Usage for 3 hours $150 $90 $75 $90 $40 $100 $100 $65 $90 $90 $65 $40 $110 $100 $90 $100 $100 $65 $100 $40 $150 $75 $100 






Usage for 9 hours $450 $270 $225 $270 $100 $310 $310 $185 $270 $270 $185 $100 $320 $310 $270 $310 $310 $185 #310 $100 $600 $285 $400 




Square Footage 3,500 5,000 1,300 4,800 

Capacity 148 150 40 100 80 100 80 170 30 30 100 42 30 150 30 60 200 40+200 100 

300 50 to 60 1200 

# of Tables 18 25 12 15 20 12 7 11 6 6 11 7 5 16 4 4 23 21 12 


Requires Key & Deposit $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 

Requires Cleaning Deposit $200 $200 $200 $200 

Requires Security Deposit $100 $100 $100 

Off-season Cleaning 

Deposit 

$100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 

Restrooms • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 

Water Faucet • • • • • • • • • • • • 

Lights • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 

Grill • • • • • • • • • • • 

Fireplace • • 

Electrical Outlets • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 

Water Fountain 

Drinking Fountain • • • • • • • • • 

Telephone • • • • • (pay) 

Air Conditioning 

Ceiling Fans 

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Notes: 

There is a $20 Special Processing fee for reservations made less than 7 calendar days in advance. The City reserves the right to deny late requests. 

Cleaning deposits are refunded if the event center is left clean and in such condition as to allow rentals to continue as scheduled. 

All refunds take approximately 3 weeks to process. 

Refrigerator • • • • 

Oven/Stove • • • • 

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This information varies by site. No key deposits are required. 

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City Lakes 

Open Daily – 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

Open 24 hours with a valid boating or fishing permit. 

Oklahoma City’s three reservoirs furnish our drinking water and provide 

many water recreation activities. The Oklahoma City Water Utilities 

Trust manages the reservoirs to maximize recreational activities while 

protecting the water supply. Fishing and boating are available at all three lakes. 

Water-skiing and jet-skiing are enjoyed at Lake Draper, which is our largest lake. 

Permits for all lake-related activities are available at conveniently located vendors 

which also stock fishing and picnicking supplies. The Police Department’s Lake 

Patrol provides security, enforces boating and fishing regulations, permits and 

lake reservation regulations. Special regulations apply. 

Lake Hefner 

Located in northwest Oklahoma City between Lake Hefner Parkway and 

MacArthur Blvd., from Wilshire Blvd. to NW 108. Hefner is a 2,500-surface-acre 

lake with an average depth of 29 feet and a maximum depth of 94 feet. Lake 

Hefner was completed and filled in 1947. 


An enclosed, heated fishing dock, two covered fishing piers, boat ramps, tending 

docks, handicap facilities and fish attractors are available. Wet slips and open dry 

storage areas for boats are available for 

N. 122nd 

rental at the Hefner Lake Patrol Office. 

Fish Hatchery 

N. Hefner 

Water-skiing, jet-skiing and swimming are (108th) 

Lake 

prohibited. 

Hefner 

In addition to fishing, Lake Hefner offers 

sailing, boating, sailboarding, picnicking 

and a covered pavilion at Stars and 

Stripes Park. For those who enjoy 

N. Britton 

(93rd) 

N. Wilshire 

(78th) 

N. 63rd 

N. 50th 

ROCKWELL 

MACARTHUR 

NW Expwy 

MERIDIAN 

PORTLAND 

Hefner Parkway 

MAY 

NW Expwy 

PENNSYLVANIA 

CLASSEN 

WESTERN 

BROADWAY EXTENSION 

SANTA FE 


CANADIAN 

walking, cycling and jogging, the Lake Hefner trails include a 9.2-mile asphalt 

loop. 

Lake Draper 

Located in the southeast portion of 

Oklahoma City between Midwest Blvd. 

and Post Road, from SE 74 St. to SE 134 

St. Lake Draper is a 2,900-surface-acre 

lake with an average depth of 34 feet and 

a maximum depth of 98 feet. This lake was 

completed and filled in 1963. 

Four covered fishing piers, boat ramps, 

tending docks, handicap facilities and 

fish attractors are available. Covered 

wet slips and open dry storage areas 

for boats are available for rental at the 

Draper concession building. Primitive 

campgrounds are available. Picnicking, 

fishing, jet-skiing, boating and sailing are 

permitted at Lake Draper. Waterskiing is 

not allowed in the coves or necks of the 

lake. Swimming is prohibited. 

SE 74 

SE 89 

SE 104 

SE 119 

SE 134 

SE 149 

SOONER 

240 

AIR DEPOT 

West Stanley Draper Drive 

MIDWEST 

BLVD. 

Lake Stanley 

Draper 

DOUGLAS 

POST 

WEST– 

MINSTER 

ANDERSON 

Lake Overholser 

Located in northwest Oklahoma City, 

between Council Road and Morgan 

Road, from NW 10 St. to NW 39 St. Lake 

Overholser is a 1,500-surface-acre lake 

with an average depth of 6 feet and a 

maximum depth of 13 feet. This lake was 

completed and filled in 1919. 

One covered fishing pier, boat ramps, 

tending docks, handicap facilities and fish 

attractors are available. A covered picnic 

pavilion, at NW 16 St. and East Overholser 

Drive, can be reserved through the Parks 

and Recreation Department. Picnicking, 

fishing, sailing, boating and jet-skiing are 

permitted at Lake Overholser. A multi-use 

trail is located on the east side of the lake. 

Swimming is prohibited. 

N. 50th 

N. 36th 

N. 23rd 

N. 10th 

RENO 

SARA 

40 

Lake 

Overholser 

MORGAN 

COUNTY 

LINE RD 

N. 

N.W. 39TH EXPWY. 

RIVER 

COUNCIL 

ROCKWELL 



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Oklahoma River and Trails 

Oklahoma River 

What’s happening along the Oklahoma 

River and Trails? Everything! Whether 

it’s running, fishing, cycling, or boating, 

this seven-mile stretch of the Oklahoma River 

is the perfect place for outdoor fun. Beginning 

a quarter mile west of Meridian, the River 

corridor extends to Eastern near Reno, carving 

throughout the heart of Oklahoma City. 

Running alongside the river are 13 miles of 

multi-use asphalt trails. The trails are completely 

free of motorized vehicle crossings…perfect for 

bicycling and running. 

Families will love to gather at Wiley Post Park, 

spanning from just east of Robinson to Walker Avenue on the south side of the 

river. Wiley Post Park is home to the Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park, the City’s 

largest playground, and our signature pirate-themed sprayground. 

Anglers will want to get their feet 

wet fishing the Oklahoma River 

and Wetland Ponds. A City fishing 

permit and State license are 

required. For safety, anglers must 

stay at least 100 feet from dams 

and locks, and fishing is by rod 

and reel only. 

The Oklahoma River is ideal for 

man-powered boats such as 

rowing skulls, kayaks and canoes. The Chesapeake Boathouse offers rowing and 

kayaking lessons, with kayak rentals available 

through Oklahoma City University. Motorized 

boats are also welcome, but are strictly 

prohibited from operating at wake speeds. A 

City boating permit and State registration are 

required. For information, call 297-2211. 

Landlubbers will want to set sail on the 

Oklahoma River Cruises, where they can enjoy 

a water-top adventure in a climate-controlled 

cruiser. Public and sunset cruises available April 

through December. For cruise information and 

times, visit www.okrivercruises.com. 


PARKING 

BOAT RAMP 

PORTABLE TOILET 

SCALE IN MILES 

O 1/2 

1 

LEGEND 

Multi-use trails - 12ft wide, for walking, biking, in-line skating 

Total trail length north of river - 6 mi. 

Total trail length south of river - 7 mi 

Trail Surface - Asphalt 


Oklahoma River and Trails 

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H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery 

10940 N. Meridian 755-4014 

Fishing is one of Oklahoma City’s favorite outdoor activities! Various species 

of fish are reared at the H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery. In addition to stocking 

fish, the hatchery conducts a complete fisheries management program 

in cooperation with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. They 

also provide aquatic education classes and promote sport fishing on City lakes. 

Fishing information and fish habitat maps are available at area permit vendors, the 

OKC Fish Hatchery, or by calling 755-0414. 

The hatchery is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Group tours are 

available with advance reservations. 

Fish Hatchery & Classes 

Kids Fishing Classes 

Kids ages 5 – 15 can learn the basics of knot tying, casting, fish identification, 

equipment and more when they register for one of nine free fishing clinics offered 

during the summer through the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department. 

Classes run from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on select Saturdays in June, July and 

August and are by reservation only. Call 316- 

FISH(3474) after May 15 to sign up. All children 

must be accompanied by an adult. Fishing poles, 

tackle and bait will be provided. State or City 

fishing permits are not required during class 

hours. 

Trout Season 

Fish for trout in Oklahoma City! New Year’s Day 

marks the opening of Oklahoma City’s annual 

rainbow trout season at Dolese Youth Park Pond, 

NW 50 and Meridian. Trout season runs from 

January 1 through the last day of February each 

year. Trout average from 9 to 14 inches. The 

rainbow trout season is a partnership between 

the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation 

Department and the Oklahoma Department of 

Wildlife Conservation. 


Fishing Permits 

A 

City fishing permit and state fishing license are required to fish City Lakes. 

The City sells daily permits for $3.50 and annual permits for $18.50. Bait and 

supplies are sold at permit vendors near the lakes. City fishing regulations are 

available at the Lake Draper concession, lake patrol stations, various permit vendors, 

the H.B. Parsons Fish Hatchery and on the web at www.okc.gov. Call 297-2211 for a 

list of permit vendors. 

“Close to Home” Fishing Waters 

A City fishing permit and State fishing license are required to fish 

Oklahoma City’s “Close to Home” fishing waters. “Close to Home” 

fishing waters are bodies of water designated under a cooperative 

fisheries management agreement between Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma 

Department of Wildlife Conservation. These waters include: 

Crystal Lake 

6625 SW 15 th special use area 

Dolese Youth 

Park Pond 

NW 50 th & Meridian 

Edwards Park 

Fishing Lake 

1515 N. Bryant 

Kids’ Lake at 

Wilshire 

3200 W. Wilshire 

Oklahoma River 

extending downstream from 

NW 10 to NE 10 St. Bridge 

Route 66 ponds 

3350 West Overholser Drive 

South Lakes 

Park Ponds 

4302 SW 119 

Stinchcomb 

Wildlife Refuge 

NW 51 & Stinchcomb Road 

Zoo Lake 

2101 NE 50 

Daily Possession And Length Limits 

Hefner, Overholser & Draper 

Largemouth Bass – 6 (14” minimum) 

Close to Home Waters 

Catch and release 

Smallmouth Bass – 1 (18” minimum) * 

Spotted Bass – none 

Channel & Blue Catfish – 15 combined 

none 

6 combined 

Crappie – 37 37 

Flathead Catfish – 10 (20”minimum) 

10 (20” minimum) 

Trout – 6 6 

Walleye – 5 (18” minimum) * 

* Not present No possession or length limit on other fish. 

Boating 

A City permit and State registration are required for boats. Boating permits are 

sold at lake concession stores and permit vendors. The fee for a daily permit is 

$16.25 and an annual permit is $35. Call 297-2211 for a list of permit vendors. 

The Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department cooperates with the Oklahoma 

City Water Utilities Trust in the permitting and management of recreational 

uses and activities at City reservoirs and surrounding lake reservations. 

Fishing Regulations 


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Youth Sports Office 

297-3828 

Youth Soccer Leagues 

Throw on your jersey and hit the field with youth soccer. Boys and girls age 4 

through fifth-grade can enjoy staying active while spending time outdoors with 

their friends. Soccer season begins in April. 

Registration is just $45 and includes an eightgame 

season, game jersey, shorts, socks and 

end-of-season award. Children can register 

individually or as a team. Call 297-3828 or log on 

to www.okc.gov for a registration form. 

Youth Baseball Leagues 

Miniature Babe Ruths can hit a 

homerun as they step up to the 

plate for baseball, t-ball or softball. 

Leagues are open to boys and 

girls, age 4 through fifth-grade. Registration 

begins in early May. The season begins in June. 

Registration is just $45 and includes a sevenor 

eight-game season, game jersey, cap and end of season award. Children can 

register individually or as a team. Call 297-3828 or log on to www.okc.gov for a 

registration form. 

Youth Sports 

Youth Basketball Leagues 

The Thunder Youth 

Basketball League is 

a slam-dunk with boys and girls age 4 through 

fifth grade. Youngsters can gain confidence 

and skills with the help of qualified coaches 

and teammates. Registration begins in October, 

and the season runs December–March. Cost is 

$35 per child. Children can register individually 

or as a team. Includes an eight-game season, 

game jersey, an end-of-season award, and a 

voucher for an OKC Thunder basketball game. 

Call 297-3828 or log on to www.okc.gov for a 

registration form. 


Coaches’ Clinics 

Teach your kids and their teammates true sportsmanship and valuable basketball 

skills when you become a coach! Each season kicks off with a comprehensive 

league meeting for all coaches to discuss rules, regulations and procedures. The 

clinic will outline practices, coaches’ conduct, rules and fundamental techniques. 

Coaches will also turn in their team fees and receive game jerseys and schedules. 

All parents are required to sign a code of conduct agreement prior to attending 

games. 

Gym Activities for Kids 

Boys and girls age 6 to 12 can hone in on their athletic skills with free gym 

activities from 4 to 5 p.m. every other Wednesday at Woodson and Johnnie L. 

Williams Municipal Gyms. With the help of our trained athletic staff, kids can learn 

the fundamentals of basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball and tennis. 

Hershey Track and Field Meet 

Let your mini-track star go for the gold! 

Youth age 6 to 14 can compete for 

gold, silver and bronze medals during 

the annual Hershey Track and Field 

Meet in mid-May at Taft Stadium, 

2903 N May. Kiddos can show their 

need for speed in the 50, 100, 200, 

and 400-meter dash, 800-meter run, 

1600-meter run and 4 x 100-meter 

relay. Field events include the standing 

long jump and softball throw. Qualifying athletes may compete at the state 

Hershey Track Meet in Norman. Participation is free. Pre-registration is required. 

Call 297-2211. 

Punt, Pass and Kick 

Every year the Parks & Recreation Department hosts the sectional Punt, Pass and 

Kick competition at Taft Stadium in October. Winners of local Punt, Pass and Kick 

competitions can advance to compete. The event is open to boys and girls age 8 

to 13. Talk to your child’s school about how you can be involved. 

Youth Leagues 

Quality soccer, baseball and basketball leagues 

are open to boys and girls kindergarten through fifth-grade through 

the Parks & Recreation Department. Kids will have a ball learning 

basic athletic skills, game rules and good sportsmanship. Parents 

are encouraged to join the squad as a coach or team parent. Teams 

interested in renting an athletic field for practice can call 297-2756. 

Youth Sports 


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Adult Sports 

Johnnie L. Williams Municipal Gym 

720 NW 8 232-8361 

Hours: Tues.-Fri. 3:30-8:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 

Woodson Gym 

3403 S May 681-6424 

Hours: Tues.-Fri. 3:30-8:30 p.m; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 

Adult Basketball Leagues 

Are you ready to put your basketball skills to the test? Recruit friends, 

neighbors, coworkers or anyone interested in shooting hoops to come play 

in one of our adult basketball leagues. Men’s leagues play year-round at 

both gyms. Corporate and women’s teams are offered at various times throughout 

the year. Fees are $215 per team for 6-week leagues and $300 for 10-week 

leagues. Fee includes an official scorekeeper and clock keeper. Team records are 

ranked each week. League champion and runner-up are presented with awards at 

the end of the season. 

Open Court Basketball 

If you can’t commit to league but 

still want to be center court, then 

pickup basketball is just your 

thing. Play on your own schedule 

at Johnnie L. Williams Municipal 

and Woodson Gyms. Courts are 

available from 3:30-5:30 p.m. 

Mon.-Thurs. 

Adult Volleyball Leagues 

Is your office in need of a time-out? Start a corporate sports team and see why 

volleyball may be just what you’re looking for! Teams can compete at Woodson 

and Johnnie L. Williams Municipal Gyms every spring. 

Adult Sports 

Athletic Fields Usage 

Baseball, softball, soccer, cricket, rugby and football fields may be reserved 

on a first-come, first-served basis. Teams may apply for a season permit or 

two-hour permit. Call ahead at 297-2756 to inquire about field availability, 

fees and rates. Reservations must be made in person at the Parks 

administrative office, 420 W Main, Suite 210. 


Senior Activities 

People age 55 and older are encouraged to get out and play at Oklahoma 

City’s two senior activity centers. Friendly staff, fun-loving friends and 

relaxed surrounding are sure to bring out the kid in you! A wide variety 

of high-quality, low cost activities are available, including dance and fitness, 

performing arts, arts and crafts, travel and social groups and much more. 

Will Rogers Senior Activity 

Center 

3501 Pat Murphy Drive 942-4339 

Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

It’s a non-stop good time at Will 

Rogers Senior Activity Center! 

With jazz, tap, country and 

ballroom dancing, knitting, painting 

and bridge, there is something fun 

and exciting that’s sure to spark 

your interest. Year-round wisdom, laughter and friendship are just a few things 

that are always in store for visitors of Will Rogers Senior Activity Center. Located 

within the heart of Will Rogers Park, Will Rogers Senior Activity Center is one 

place you don’t want to overlook. The center also offers an active acting club and 

55-Alive driving courses. 

Woodson Park Senior 

Activity Center 

3401 S May Ave 681-3266 

Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Stretch your mind and body at 

Woodson Park Senior Activity 

Center. The Center offers 

classes in yoga, creative writing, 

strength training, conversational 

Spanish, tai chi, acting, aerobics 

and much more. Interested 

in traveling? The center organizes exciting day trips to destinations throughout 

the region. Participants also enjoy social pot-luck luncheons with noted guest 

speakers from across Oklahoma. 


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Tennis 

Adults and youth alike will 

love to get into the swing 

of things at the City’s two 

tennis centers, where 

fitness meets recreation 

fun. 

Oklahoma City Tennis Center 

Will Rogers Park 

3400 North Portland, 946-2739 

Located in Will Rogers Park, the Oklahoma 

City Tennis Center is the premier outdoor 

tennis facility in the state, with 24 lighted 

outdoor courts, misting stations, a newlyenhanced 

pro shop and covered observation 

areas. USTA certified teaching professionals offer a wide variety of lessons and 

clinics to all age and ability levels. 

Earlywine Tennis Center 

Earlywine Park, 3101 SW 119 th 691-5430 

On the City’s south side, the Earlywine Tennis Center offers citizens a new 

place to work on their game with 12 lighted courts, indoor snack and rest facility, 

racquet stringing and USTA certified teaching professionals. In addition to USTA 

sanctioned tournaments, Earlywine also offers multiple social tournaments for 

players of every level, plus CardioTennis, and QuikStart for youth. 

Both centers offer individual and group classes, youth clinics and drills, as well as 

host local leagues and tournaments, in addition to USTA Missouri Valley youth and 

adult tournaments. 

Tennis and Archery 

Hours and class rates vary per center. Call individual center for more information 

or visit www.okc.gov/parks/tennis to find out more. 

Court Fees: 

Earlywine 

OCTC 

Singles $5/hour $6/hour 

Doubles $5/hour $8/hour 

Lights N/C $2/hour 

Ball 

Machine 

$10 

$10/hour plus 

court fee 


Golf Courses 

Oklahoma City’s five City golf 

courses have been recognized 

as being among the top in the 

nation for municipal courses. Tree-lined 

fairways, fast greens and varying terrain 

help boost the courses’ popularity. 

Earlywine Park Golf Course 

11600 S Portland Ave 691-1727 

36 holes 

Dan Langford, Golf Pro and Manager 

Lake Hefner Golf Course 

4491 S Lake Hefner Drive 843-1565 

36 holes 

Alsie Hyden, Golf Pro and Manager 

Lincoln Park Golf Course 

4001 NE Grand Blvd 424-1421 

36 holes 

Steve Carson, Golf Pro and Manager 

Trosper Park Golf Course 

2301 SE 29 St 677-8874 

18 holes 

Mark Galloway, Golf Pro and Manager 

James E. Stewart Golf Course 

2300 NE 10 St 424-4353 

9 holes 

Disc Golf 

Oklahoma City’s three disc golf 

courses provide physical and mental 

conditioning for people of all ages. 

The object of the game is to traverse the 

course from beginning to end with the 

fewest number of throws of the disc. The 

course at Will Rogers Park offers scenic 

water hazards; Dolese Youth Park features 

rolling hills, multiple pin placements and 

trees and Woodson’s course is long, flat and 

open. Tees at all three courses are concrete. 

For information, visit www.pdga.com 

Dolese Youth Park, NW 50 & Meridian 

18 holes Mach 3 Course Length: 4,878 

Will Rogers Park, NW 36 & Grand 


Woodson Park, SW 33 & May 


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OKC Trails 

Dust off your bike or pair of sneakers, it’s time to hit the ground running on the 

OKC Trails. This 61-mile web of inter-connected roadways dedicated to biking 

and foot traffic offers users a new way to get around the city. The trails are part of 

a larger Master Plan that will include more than 130 miles of multipurpose trails, 

stretching to each corner of the community. 

If a longer trek’s not your thing, try a suburban hike on of the natural trails at 

Dolese or Martin Park, or take an easy stroll in one of our many in-park walking 

paths. To see which parks have walking paths, look for the “WP” designation in 

our Parks’ Amenities list (pgs. 39-41). 

Whichever way you roll, there’s plenty of space to get moving. 

Brock Creek Trail 

1.2 miles 

Lake Hefner 

9.2 miles 

Overholser Trail 

2.5 miles 

TRAILS: 

Hefner-to-Overholser 

5.3 miles (on and off-road trail) 

Lightning Creek Trail 

6.6 miles 

South Grand Trail 

10.5 miles 

Katy Trail (opens 2009) 

7.3 miles 

Oklahoma River Trails 

13 miles total north and 

south sides of river 

Tinker-Draper Trail 

8.5 miles 

NATURAL TRAILS: 

Bluff Creek Park 

3.5 miles, natural trail (mountain bikers welcome) 

Dolese Youth Park 

2.1 miles, natural (unpaved) trail (pedestrian only) 

Trails 

Lake Stanley Draper 

12 miles, natural (mountain bikers welcome) 


3.5 miles, natural (unpaved) trail (pedestrian only) 

WALKING PATHS: 

See Parks Amenities pages (WP designation) for in-park walking paths. 


Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department 

Bicentennial Park 

500 Couch Dr 

Bluff Creek Park, MBT, WP 

4327 W Hefner Rd 

Bob Akers Park, B, BB, P, ps 

2408 SE 11 th St 

Britton Park, P 

1301 NW 96 th 

Brock Park, P 

1601 SW 25 th 

Brookwood Park, P 

9600 S Shartel Ave 

Burton Park, P 

9701 N Shartel 

Corbin Park, P 

4100 NW 12 th 

Creston Hills Park, BB, P 

2240 NE 19 th 

Crossroad Sports Complex, B, CR, SC 

9200 S Santa Fe Ave 

Crown Heights Park, B, P 

600 NW 38 th 

Denniston Park, P 

3100 NW 25 th 

Diggs Park, B, BB, P, RC 

2201 N Coltrane Rd 

Dolese Youth Park, B, DG, FISH, P, Pav, T 

5105 NW 50 th 

Dolphin Wharton Park, B, BB, P 

301 NE 63 rd 

Douglas Park, B, p, ps 

500 NW 47 th St 

Douglass Park, B, BB, G, GC, P, RC, SG 

901 N Frederick Douglass Ave 

Draper Park (Capitol Hill), B, BB, P 

99 SW 39 t 

Dulaney Park, P, wp 

2931 NW 41 st 

Earlywine Park, FAC, GC, P, pav, SC, TC, 

wp 

3033 SW 119 th 

E.B. Jeffrey Park, BB, P, SG 

1600 N Meridian Ave 

Edgemere Park, B, P 

3301 N Harvey 

Edwards Park, b, BB, FISH, P, WP 

1515 N Bryant Ave 

EW Perry Park 

48 th & Prospect 

Flower Garden Park, B, BB, P, PS 

4701 N Classen Blvd 

Geraldine Park, B, P 

3203 N Geraldine Ave 

Girvin Park, B, P 

3400 NW 14 th 

Glen Ellyn Park, P 

2300 Glen Ellyn St 

Goodholm Park, P, PS, TC, WP 

2701 N Robinson Ave 

Greens Tot-Lot, P 

13044 Burlingame Ave 

Harden Park, BB, P 

2801 Creston Dr 

Harlow Park, B, P, ps 

4800 NW 19 th 

Harvest Hills Park, B, BB, P, PS, SG, WP 

8235 NW 104 th 

Hathaway Park, B, bb, G, P, RC, SC, WP 

3730 S Lindsay Ave 

Hefner Park, B, BB, GC, P, ps, RC, TC, wp 

3301 NW Grand Blvd 

Highley Park, P 

1948 NW 8 th 

Hiram Park, P 

8200 Happy Lane 

B – Baseball Field 

BB – Basketball Goals 

CR – Cricket 

DG – Disc Golf 

EC - Event Center 

F – Football Field 

FAC – Family Aquatic Center 

FISH – Fishing 

G – Gymnasium 

GC – Golf Course 

MB – Mountain Bike Trail 

P- Playground 

Legend 

PAV - Pavilion (rental) 

PS – Picnic Shelter (no res.) 

RC – Recreation Center 

S – Softball Field 

SC – Soccer Field 

SG - Sprayground 

SK - Skatepark 

SP – Swimming Pool 

T - Trail 

TC – Tennis Court 

WP – Walking Path 

Parks 


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Hosea Vinyard Park, BB, P, ps, TC 

4201 S Walker Ave 

Jack W. Cornett Park, P, ps, TC 

3100 N Grove Ave 

J.B. Black Park, B, P 

2121 N Council Rd 

John F Kennedy Park, B, P 

1824 NE 16 th 

kerr park 

102 Robert S. Kerr Avenue 

Lakeshore Estates Park, P 

8121 W Lake Hefner 

Lela Park, B, P, T, TC 

1801 N Lela Ave 

Lightning Creek Park, SC 

801 SW 81 st 

Lincoln Park, GC, P, TC 

4600 N Martin Luther King Ave 

Lions Children’s Park, P, PS 

9050 Lake Hefner Parkway 

(East side of lake on lake road) 

Lippert Park, B, P, wp 

5500 S Shartel Ave 

Lorraine Thomas Park, B, BB, P, PS 

2350 S Independence 

Lytle Park, B, P, ps 

801 Greenvale Rd 

Macklanburg Park, B, G, P, RC, TC, SG, 

wp 

2234 NW 117 th 

Mackleman Park, P, PS, TC, wp 

5501 Mackleman Dr. 

Mark Twain Park, P 

2402 NW 1 st 

Martin Nature Park, PS, T 

4700 W Memorial Rd 

May Park, P 

2831 SW 34 th 

McCracken Park, bb, P, PS, SG, TC, wp 

425 SE 64 th 

McKinley Park, B, BB, G, P, RC, SC, SG, wp 

1300 N McKinley Ave 

McMechan Park, P, PS 

1601 McMechan Pkwy 

Meadowbrook Park, P 

3800 NW 10 th 

Melrose Park, B, BB, G, P, PS, RC, SG, wp 

7800 Melrose Lane 

Memorial Park, BB, P, RC, SC, SG, TC, wp 

1150 NW 36 th 

Merrel Medley Park, 1B, SC, wp 

1100 S Pennsylvania Ave 

Mesta Park, P, PS 

1900 N Shartel Ave 

Military Park, P 

1200 NW 25 th 

Minnis Lakeview Park, BB, G, P, PS, RC, 

sp, wp 

12520 NE 36 th 

Northeast Park, BB, P, PS, RC, SP, wp 

1300 NE 33 rd 

North Highland Park, P, sg 

301 NW 81 st 

North Rotary Park, BB, P, PS, SC, TC 

5708 N Tulsa 

Oliver Park 

3201 S Broadway Lane 

Overholser Park, p, PAV, PS, SC, TC 

2402 E Overholser Drive 

Pat Murphy Park, P 

4500 W Hefner Rd 

Perez Park, P 

301 SW 14 th 

Phillips Park, bb, P 

2808 N Prospect Ave 

Pied Piper Park, P 

10100 N University Ave 

Pilot Center Park, G, P, RC 

1435 NW 2 nd 

Pitts Park, BB, G, P, RC, TC 

1920 N Kate Ave 

Prairie Dog Park, B, SC 

W Lake Hefner Dr 

Progressive Community Park, P 

10513 NE 43 rd 

Quail Creek Park, P, wp 

11102 Quail Creek Rd 


Red Andrews Park, P, G 

720 NW 8 th 

Redlands Park, P, PS 

1423 NW 141 st 

regatta park 

701 S Lincoln Blvd 

Reed Park, P, SG, TC 

1217 N May Ave 

River Park, S 

800 S Agnew Ave 

Ross Park, BB, P, PS, TC, wp 

2700 NW 62 nd 

Route 66 Park, ampitheater, fish, P, PAV, 

PS, sk, wp 

3350 W Overholser Dr 

Rotary Playground Park, B, BB, P, pav 

416 SE 15 th 

Schilling Park, B, BB, G, P, PS, RC, SG, wp 

601 SE 25 th 

Sellers Park, B, bb, G, P, PC, ps, SC, SG, 

SP, TC, wp 

8301 S Villa Ave 

Shallow Brook Park, B, P, PS, wp 

4901 S Shallow Brook Dr 

Siler Park, B, P 

2500 SW 95 th 

Smitty Park, B, P, wp 

2400 NW 44 th 

Southern Oaks Park, B, bb, G, P, RC 

6818 S Walker Ave 

South Lakes Park, BB, ec, FISH, P, pav, 

SC, wp 

4302 SW 119 th 

South Rotary Park, B, BB, P, TC 

1604 SW 15 th St 

Sparrow Park, P 

300 NW 30 th 

Stars & Stripes Park, bb, P, pav, S,t, wp 

3701 S Lake Hefner 

Straka Park, SC 

1203 SW 84 th 

Swatek Park, B, P, PS 

2301 NW 29 th 

Syl Goldman Park, B, P, wp 

5333 S Independence Ave 

B – Baseball Field 

BB – Basketball Goals 

CR – Cricket 

DG – Disc Golf 

EC - Event Center 

F – Football Field 

FAC – Family Aquatic Center 

FISH – Fishing 

G – Gymnasium 

GC – Golf Course 

MB – Mountain Bike Trail 

P- Playground 

Ted Reynolds Park 

2899 W Reno Ave 

Tinsley Park, Bb, P, PS 

3300 NW 65 th 

Top O’ Town Park, B, BB, P, wp 

2102 S Everest Ave 

Trosper Park, GC, P, pav, TC 

2300 SE 29 th 

Tulsa Park, B, BB, P PS, wp 

2500 S Tulsa Ave 

Washington Park, BB, F, P, PS, SC 

400 N High Ave 

Wayman Park, P, ps 

1900 N Drexel Blvd 

Wheeler Park, P 

1120 S Western Ave 

Wiley Post Park, ec, P, pav, PS, PC, SG, SK, 

t, wp 

1700 S. Robinson 

Will Rogers Park, Amphitheatre, DG, ec, 

FAC, Gardens, Sr. Center, P, pav 

3400 NW 36 th 

Woodrun Park, P 

4 N Willowood Dr 

Woodson Park, B, DG, ec, G, P, PS, S, SP, 

Sr. Center, T, wp 

3028 SW 36 th 

Youngs Park, P, PS, SG 

4610 S Youngs 

Zach D.Taylor Park 

633 NW 52 nd St 

Legend 

PAV - Pavilion (rental) 

PS – Picnic Shelter (no res.) 

RC – Recreation Center 

S – Softball Field 

SC – Soccer Field 

SG - Sprayground 

SK - Skatepark 

SP – Swimming Pool 

T - Trail 

TC – Tennis Court 

WP – Walking Path 



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