Welcome to the Logansport Parks website! This is where you’ll find information about the people who make the parks go, the programs that are provided to you, and of course, information about all 21 of our park & recreation facilities. Here is where you’ll find the most complete, and up-to-date information about what is going on in the Logansport Parks. YOU are our customer and we’re here to give you what you and your family needs from your community parks. If you don’t find the answers to your questions here on the website, don’t hesitate to contact us directly by phone or by e-mail.
Resources
- Parks and Recreation Facebook Page
- 2022 Parks and Recreation Annual Report
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2018-2022
- Parks and Recreation Website
Other Links
Janet Fawley
Parks Administrator
(574) 753-6969
ParksAdministrator@cityoflogansport.org
Recreation Director
(574) 753-6969
RecDirector@cityoflogansport.org
Kelly SmithAdministrative Assistant
(574) 753-7388
PRAssistant@cityoflogansport.org
Fax: (574) 992-8560
Department Hours:
M-F 8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- What facilities have air conditioning available?
Only McHale Pavilion at Riverside Park has air.
- May I bring beer or wine to my private rental?
Alcohol is not permitted on park property.
- How do I contact the Carousel?
The phone number of the Carousel is: (574) 753-8725.
- Is there a speed limit in the parks?
Yes, 15 MPH. Please watch for children & pedestrians.
- What are the official park hours?
8:00 am. – 10:00 pm.
- Can picnic tables be moved from under pavilions?
No, pavilions are rented with the tables in them.
- Do picnic tables out in the parks have to be rented?
No, they are on a first come-first serve basis.
- Can picnic tables, benches & bleachers be used outside of the parks for public events or activities?
Only with permission from the Parks Administrator
- Do the parks have trash & recycling containers?
Yes, all parks have the specific containers and urge you to use them properly.
- After a facility/pavilion is rented does the renter have to clean up the area?
Yes, including the pavilion floor.
- Is there a noise ordinance in the parks?
According to Ordinance #01-14 It shall be unlawful for any person to use or operate any sound-producing or sound amplifying device (including vehicles) in such a manner or with such volume as to annoy or disturb persons in its vacinity.
- Are ground fires permitted in the parks?
Ground fires are not permitted, fires for cooking are permitted only in grills such as those provided throughout the parks.
- Are glass bottles allowed in the parks?
No, for safety reasons.
- Is gambling allowed in the parks?
No (does not include Senior grocery Bingo)
- Do small children need adult supervision in the parks?
Yes, all minors must have an adult parent or guardian with them.
- Can vehicles be parked anywhere in the parks?
No, only in the designated areas.
- Are wheel vehicles, including skates, roller blades, skateboards, big wheels or tricycles allowed on grass surfaces in the parks?
No, especially motorized vehicles. All wheeled vehicles must remain on the paved surfaces.
- Is marking, writing or defacing any equipment, structure or pavement in the parks legal?
Absolutely not! Contact the Logansport Police Department at 574-753-4101 if you see this being done..
- Are dogs allowed in the parks?
Dogs are allowed in the parks as long as they are on a leash; dog waste MUST be disposed of properly.
- What softball programs are available for kids?
Logansport Parks sponsors Minor League softball.