About Parks & Recreation
Mission
-Our mission at the City of Washington Parks & Recreation Department is to:
-Enrich the community and the lives of Washington residents;
-Provide and/or facilitate quality recreational and leisure opportunities;
-Enhance visitor experiences by providing safe, clean, well-maintained park facilities for the community’s use and enjoyment. Vision
-We strive to provid
e the community of Washington with healthy, fun, and memorable parks and recreation experiences and activities. Eastside Park
Park hours: 7AM to 11PM
Eastside Park covers over 50 acres and includes two lakes stocked with fish. The beautifully manicured grounds have several sheltered sites for picnics and gatherings. Two enclosed buildings provide perfect settings for reunions and receptions. The screened-in pavilion has picnic tables for approximately 200 people. The community building is completely enclosed with restroom and kitchen facilities, and can accommodate approximately 300 people. Other facilities at Eastside Park include a bandstand, a large playground area, and a war memorial called "The Hill of Heroes". Each July 4th the Parks and Recreation Department hosts a July 4th celebration. Also each Christmas the Parks and Recreation Department hangs about 40,000 Christmas lights among the trees at Eastside Park, creating a winter wonderland that folks drive many miles to visit. Eastside Park Amenities
-Bandstand
-2 Gazebos
-2 Basketball Courts
-4 Shelter Houses
-Screened-In Pavilion
-Community Building
-2 Stocked Lakes
-Paddle Boat Rentals
-Miniature Train
-Charcoal Grills and Picnic Tables throughout Park
-Horseshoe Pits
-Large Playground Area
South Park
South Park is located about 1/2 mile south of the Famous Black Buggy restaurant and market on Highway 57 South. This 9-acre park is the smallest of our park sites. It serves neighborhood residents south of town that sneak in for a quick lunch or some basketball after school. The local Latino Soccer League claims the South Park soccer field as their league home. The park also has 2 baseball fields located in the middle of the park. South Park Amenities
-Shelter House
-2 Basketball Courts
-2 Softball Fields
-Soccer Field
-Playground
-Home of the New Dog Park
Longfellow Park
Located on the west side of Washington, Longfellow Park is a typical quiet city park. Its 12 acres has facilities for softball and basketball, but it is especially suited for people who want a change from the high-paced activities of the Sports Complex or the drive-through and walk-through traffic of Eastside Park. This park is also the home of a newly constructed skateboard park. Longfellow Park Amenities
-2 Shelter Houses
-Playgrounds
-Skate Park
-Softball Field
-Basketball Goals
Henry R. Gwaltney Sports Complex
The Gwaltney Sports Complex is a large multi-use sports park located on the Northwest side of town. The complex contains baseball, softball, and soccer fields. Tennis courts are also available. If sports are not your passion, the complex also contains a shaded playground and three shelter houses. Sports Complex Amenities
-3 Shelter Houses
-6 Tennis Courts
-Playground
WATERWORLD OF WASHINGTON -- WOW
Washington's New Splash Park facility is another shining example of the quality of life we cherish in our friendly community.
