parks

Parks system starts work on new long-term plan

By Jodi Schwan | February 19, 2025

The Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation Department will look out to the year 2030 with a new comprehensive plan that will address every element of the city parks system.

New fitness court coming to city park

By Jodi Schwan | April 10, 2023

The city’s first outdoor fitness court will be installed soon.

Hayward Park makes progress toward new spray park, other additions

By Molly Wetsch | June 29, 2022

It’s definitely taking shape! Here’s an update on improvements at Hayward Park.

Thanks to community effort, Tuthill Park House renovation nearly finished

By Jill Callison | April 27, 2022

Saved from surplus, the Tuthill House is nearly ready for its next era in life.

Park improvements bring improved trails, other updates

By Jodi Schwan | October 13, 2021

Construction season isn’t just for roads. Several park projects are in various stages of completion citywide. Take a look: Cherry Creek Trail The west side of Sioux Falls will have easier access to the bike […]

Forgotten no more: Park improvements are coming to west-side neighborhood

By Jodi Schwan | January 26, 2021

Most of us won’t ever drive by Hayward Elementary unless it’s on purpose. Take 12th Street west. Pass Interstate 29. Pass Marion Road. It’s an industrial area — probably not the kind of place you’d […]

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