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Locust Shade Park
Locust Shade Park is the perfect place to go if you are looking for a variety of great amenities with a beautiful, scenic backdrop with picturesque trails. Amenities include 8 pavilions (available to rent), 3 playgrounds, horseshoe pits, 3 tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, 3.2 miles of scenic nature trails, a 15-station fitness trail, warrior challenge course, a mountain bike trail, batting cages, a driving range and an 18-hole miniature golf course, and an eight-acre pond. The park is also home to the Jean C. Smith Amphitheater.
- Hours of Operation
The park is open seven days a week year-round from Sunrise to Sunset for Hiking, Mountain Biking, Dog Walking, Fishing and more.
All Amenities (Mini Golf, Batting Cages, Driving Range, Pavilion Rentals and Comfort Stations) are closed until April 3, 2025.
Pavilion Rentals are available online.2025 Hours of Operation
Thursday - Sunday Only:April 3 - May 4 10am - 6pm Open Seven Days a Week:
May 5 - May 25 10am - 7pm May 26 - August 24 10am - 8pm Thursday - Sunday Only*:
August 25 - September 21 10am - 7pm September 22 - October 26 10am - 6pm *Golf range closes 1.5 hours early on Tuesdays and Sundays
Mini Golf, Batting Cages and Golf Range are Open. Last sale one hour before close.
Marina Hours of Operation:May 24 - September 21 Weekends & Holidays 12pm - 6pm, weather permitting September 21 is the last day for boat rentals until next season.
Closed for the Season:
October 27, 2025 - April 2, 2026
Science in the Park
Science in the Park uses hands on lessons in our fields, forests, streams and lakes to teach children ages 5-13 about ecosystems. Topics cover animals, plants, habitats, watersheds, conservation and more.
Jean C. Smith Amphitheater
Our amphitheater presents family entertainment during the late spring and summer months, with bench seating that is protected by a colorful shade structure. Additional seating is available on the gently sloping grass area. Picnic-style foods and soft beverages are permitted in the amphitheater area (no alcoholic beverages, please.) Videotaping of any performance is strictly forbidden.
Go Fish or Rent a Boat
Locust Shade’s eight-acre pond is stocked with trout and channel catfish. There are also native populations of blue gill, largemouth bass and crappie. Fishing is from the bank or ADA accessible pier. Pedal boats and canoes are available on weekends from May through September.
Summer Camps
Camp Wingapo campers are true outdoor adventurers. With access to miles of trails and an 8-acre lake at Locust Shade Park campers stay active, have fun with new and old friends and learn about the world around them. Each week, our camp schedule is made up of hiking, fishing, archery, mini-golf, and boating components.
