When you’re in Springdale, Arkansas, there are a variety of different parks to visit. Whether you’re looking to play sports with a group or just want to have a scenic picnic, here are three parks to check out while you’re in Springdale.

1. Bayyari Park

Bayyari Park is a great park for people of all ages to visit. There are picnic tables so you can meet friends or family for lunch on a sunny day. Three of them are covered so you don’t have to cancel your plans in case it rains. There is also a playground for kids to get their energy out that has a wood chip fall zone for children that are five to 12 years old. There is also a separate swing set, so there is plenty of room to spread out. Restrooms are also available at the park.

A pavilion is available to rent for $12.50 an hour and has a minimum of two hours. This area can fit a maximum of 80 people, so it’s a great place to throw a birthday party or other event. This is available to rent when you stop by the Springdale Recreation Center.

2. C.L. “Charlie” and Willie George Park

When you’re looking for a park to play sports in, check out C.L. “Charlie” and Willie George Park. There are plenty of sports fields here, including a lighted football field, lighted tennis courts, six soccer fields, and four artificial turf baseball fields that have concessions. This is a dog-friendly place as well, as a dog park is available for well-behaved pups to play in. There are also hiking trails to go on. 

Kids will love the Splash Pad which is open every day from 9 a.m. until it gets dark, and is open from May 18 – September 15. Two lighted pavilions are available to rent for $12.50 an hour, and one has a capacity of 80 people while the other has a capacity of 100. Inflatables are not allowed in the park.

3. Tyson Park

Tyson Park is also known as Randal Tyson Recreational Complex and has a variety of amenities. This includes a sand volleyball court, Miracle League fields for those with disabilities, three softball fields for adults, three Babe Ruth baseball fields, four youth Little League baseball fields, and five soccer fields. All the baseball and soccer fields have concession stands so you’ll be able to purchase snacks and beverages. There is no shortage of fields to go on whether you want to play a sports game or just be a bystander for one.

There are also six lighted tennis courts, four basketball goals, and three horseshoe pits. Children will also enjoy playing on the three play structures. There is something for people of all ages to do at this park.

These parks are great options when you’re looking for somewhere to spend the day outside. From finding a pavilion to rent out to taking a hike, you have several parks to choose from in Springdale.

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