Fitness Park
Open since summer 2022 in City Park East, the Fitness Park is a year-round workout space free and accessible to all fitness levels and abilities. Located right along the park’s trail system, many people run, bike and walk and then cross train at the Fitness Park, says Derek Schroeder, community services director.
Barkwood Dog Park
This one-of-a-kind, turf dog park is located at City Park East. Open only to resident canines and their humans, a small annual membership fee of $25 nets you key fob entry and peace of mind knowing that all four-legged friends are up to date on their vaccines.
Beachwood Community Gardens
This year, the city opened an upscaled community garden with 86 newly built, above-ground 8-foot by 8-foot plots for residents to grow to their hearts desire. The area is fenced and comes complete with starting soil and water at the ready, Schroeder says.
Pickleball Courts
By fall, the city will introduce six dedicated pickleball courts for new and veteran players of the super-popular sport. The new pickleball courts will be located next to the tennis courts.
Family Aquatic Center
From lap swimming in the early morning to walking against the current in the lazy river to splashing around with friends, the Family Aquatic Center is one of the most popular and prized amenities in the city. It also includes a baby pool, multiple slides, a tree house and two diving boards.
Community Playground
The city recently approved a completely revamped, $3.3 million state-of-the-art playground to replace the current one adjacent to the aquatic center. “It will have rubber and turf surfacing and be completely fenced in with equipment for young kids and older kids,” Schroeder says.
