Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation

More e-bikes to be allowed on city recreation trail

By Pigeon605 Staff | March 6, 2024

A new class of e-bikes will be allowed on the Sioux Falls recreation trail starting in June.

Pool plan: City presents option for indoor pool at Frank Olson, outdoor at Kuehn

By Jodi Schwan | February 12, 2024

Plans to replace two Sioux Falls pools are moving forward, with an indoor concept shown for one and an outdoor for the other.

City sets stage for next round of input on pool improvements

By Jodi Schwan | January 31, 2024

Why is the city looking at another indoor pool? This one was built for about 80,000 visitors – and now regularly gets more than 200,000.

City shows plans for McKennan Park wading pool; neighbors weigh in on ice

By Jodi Schwan | December 6, 2023

The replacement wading pool at McKennan Park is moving forward, while future improvements could include a refrigerated ice rink.

Long-awaited bike trail extension nearly ready for riders

By Patrick Lalley | March 14, 2022

“It’s a huge deal for the west side.” Just in time for spring temps: Welcome the latest addition to the bike trail.

New foundation to help enhance ‘world-class city parks system’

By Pigeon605 Staff | November 3, 2021

A new Sioux Falls Parks Foundation aims to enhance city parks by inspiring and assisting those who want to contribute to them. The past year has shown that a lot of families and businesses want […]

Recreation is ‘on a roll’ thanks to this new parks department addition

By Jodi Schwan | September 13, 2021

Park activities literally could be rolling into your neighborhood soon. The Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Department has a new mobile unit, and it’s filled with fun for all ages. “Staff will be bringing a […]

Fitness court planned as latest improvement at Rotary Park

By Jodi Schwan | July 21, 2021

At this point, it’s two parks in one. The massive, multiyear road project at 26th Street and Southeastern Avenue forced some changes to the adjacent Rotary Park that ultimately led to improvements. For now, visitors […]

Get wet at hydrant block parties. Here’s where to find them

By David Berman | July 14, 2021

When the hydrants open up, it’s like unleashing a flood of fun for kids in Sioux Falls neighborhoods. The popular hydrant block parties visit a different neighborhood each Thursday through Aug. 19. From 1 to […]

Pop-up park provides downtown green space in sixth year at Phillips Avenue Plaza

By David Berman | June 30, 2021

A plaza on Phillips Avenue will be during into a pop-up park for the month of July. It’s the sixth annual project for the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, which looks to fill a void […]

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