Des Moines Parks and Recreation
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77 parks🏞 | 88 miles of trails 🏃♀️🚴| 7️⃣ cemeteries | 2 CRCs💪 | 3 golf courses ⛳️ | Sports complexes ⚾️🥎🎾 | Brenton Skating Plaza⛸| and more!
Des Moines, IA
Joined February 2011
Thank you to everyone who submitted photos, explored our parks, and helped us celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with the Bucket List Challenge!📸🎉. We hope all those who participated made new memories and maybe even found a new favorite park!💙
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Due to a lack of attendance, Nahas Aquatic Center, MLK splash pool, and Ashby splash pool will be closing at 2 p.m. today, 8/9. As a reminder, Teachout Aquatic Center will be closed for the remainder of the season due to maintenance.
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🚴♀️ The Karras-Kaul Trail Connector is OPEN!. This 3-mile link closes a critical gap in our regional trail system — connecting Indianola’s Summerset Trail to the Neal Smith Trail & beyond. 👉
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⚠️ CLOSURE ALERT ⚠️. Due to a pump malfunction, Teachout Aquatic Center is now closed for the remainder of the day, and plan to reopen for normal operating hours tomorrow. Find your next closest cool down zone at We apologize for the inconvenience. 💙
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Adapting to individual abilities to play your way!. These free youth programs cater to participants' needs and are specifically designed for kids with mental or physical disabilities and chronic health condition. Learn more at
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UPDATE: Due to recent rainfall and park conditions, Star Party will be held at Cownie Soccer Complex. Activities and viewing will be located in the parking lot. Bring lawn chairs to avoid sitting on the pavement! . ⭐️Same time, same space-exploring fun, new (and dry) location!
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⚠️ Flooding Related Trail Closures ⚠️. •Bill Riley from the Walnut Creek Trail Connector to Water Works.•Walnut Creek Trail from Center St to the Grand Ave Bridge. 📲 Sign up for trail closure text alerts by texting "dsmtrails" to 84483
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Gray's Lake concessions and watercraft rental hours are changing for the remainder of the season. August 11 - September 1 (Labor Day).⏰Monday - Friday: 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. ⏰Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Learn more at
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After today, the Ashfield Park Wading Pool, Pete Crivaro Park splash pool, and Union Park splash pool will be closed. Open until Labor Day:.🛟Ashby Park and MLK Park splash pools .🛟Northwest Aquatic Center - Weekends Only️. To learn more, visit
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Make a splash this week with Parks and Rec!🌊 . From space exploration to a holly jolly walk around Gray's Lake, there is fun for everyone! Visit to find your fun! 🎉
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Pools and Aquatic Centers officially close for the regular season on August 10. ☀️ . But that gives you just over a week to make some last-minute summer memories! For additional hours and more information, visit
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Jolly Walk & Flip Flops Aug 7, 6-8 PM at Gray's Lake Park! 🎅 🩴.Win pool passes, a free rental, and more from our raffle ticket prizes! Plus SingleSpeed Brewrey is jumping in on the fun and giving out BOGO beer tickets to all registered participants!
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Sign up your sports star today! 🏈Qualifying participants can register for just $5! 🎉 . Learn more, see if you qualify, and opt-in to our scholarship program at Ready to register your kiddo to get out on the field this fall:
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🚧 Flooding Trail Closures 🚧. Walnut Creek (Center–North Valley).Bill Riley (Ashworth–Water Works).Trestle to Trestle (Euclid–Interurban).Gay Lea Wilson (Sargent–Hubbell).Riverwalk (Principal Park–Walnut).NW Gray's Lake lot flooding; some lights off.
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Thank you to everyone who has helped us celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month so far! 🎉 We have loved seeing your Bucket List Challenge photo submissions! . ☀️ It is not too late to increase your odds or explore our parks!. Visit to learn more!
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Get excited! 🎉 Don't miss this week's new and exciting programs and summer favorites!. Go to to sign up for this week's events and activities!
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⚠️ Closure Alert ⚠️. 1️⃣ Due to a mechanical issue, MLK Jr. Park Splash Pool is currently closed. 2️⃣ Due to a power outage, Union Park Splash Pool is temporarily closed. Stay up-to-date with closures and sign up for text alerts at
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FRIDAY! FRIDAY! FRIDAY!🍻🎉 . Join us Friday, August 1 from 6-9 PM at Captain Roy's for a night to play like a kid again! 21+✨. Plus, its FREE! But pre-registration is required at
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Dribble, Pass, Shoot, Score! Do it all this Fall!. Sign your kiddo up for Youth Basketball! Whether your future star-athlete is totally new to the sport or already a pro, they can look forward to learning the sport and improving skills! 🏀. Learn more at
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Looking for fun this week?☀️. Learn whats going on at
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