Parks
South Salt Lake has several parks, dog parks, open spaces, and trails for residents and visitors to explore. The city is constantly updating and expanding our city's outdoor opportunities to make sure every resident can easily visit parks throughout the city.
Dog parks are located next to Lions Park and next to City Hall.
Bickley Park
2508 South 500 East, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
- Playgrounds: 1
- Fitness Course: 1
- Sports Courts & Fields: 1 outdoor pickleball court, 1 indoor pickleball court, indoor basketball court
- Little Free Library: 1 (pirate ship - see all locations)
- Other Amenities: Pickleball court, inside sports field, outdoor games, picnic tables, South Salt Lake Community Center
Ida and Laurie Bickley Park features a unique "Hedra" playground designed to serve youth of all ages and abilities, including a globe spinner, a friendship swing, and many more features worth exploring. The playground hits a sweet spot for kids who like to swing, climb, rock, slide, jump, play music, or simply chat. It is also a great place for grandparents and grandkids to play together - ping pong, pickleball, and cornhole, as well as a face-to-face swing. The newest addition to Bickley Park is an outdoor fitness station generously donated by AARP and designed by FitLot. This outdoor, free amenity helps residents build strength, stamina and balance.
The name of the park is something special as well. We're proud to dedicate this park to two remarkable city residents: Ida and Laurie Bickley. This dynamic duo volunteered at the Columbus Library three days a week, for over 14 years (until Ida was 94 Years old)! Ida is a real fireball and her daughter Laurie is, too. Laurie has Downs Syndrome and has shared her unforgettable spark and smile with our community and library patrons over the years. We are honored to mark the impact of ordinary citizens on our City's history, fabric and community. Learn more about Ida and Laurie Bickley (PDF).
Gratitude is also due to Mabel Todd and her family who sold the one-acre property to the city where the park is now located. She was a beloved fixture of the Columbus Senior Center, her neighborhood and her church. She loved music, particularly the piano, and we hope the musical instruments at Bickley Park inspire budding musicians.
Annual events at Bickley Park and South Salt Lake Community Center include the Senior Ball, Ties and Tiaras Dance, Breakfast with Santa, and a Chess Tournament!
Central Park
2797 South 300 East, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
(also access from Clayborne and 300 East)
- Playgrounds: 2
- Sports Courts & Fields: 1 multi-sport field (soccer, football, etc), 1 baseball/softball diamond, 2 outdoor pickleball courts, 2 indoor pickleball courts, outdoor basketball court, indoor basketball court
- Little Free Library: 1 (see all locations)
- Other Amenities: Basketball court, pickle ball courts, outdoor & indoor sports fields, Central Park Community Center, community garden
Central Park includes sports fields (soccer, baseball) as well as 2 playgrounds and the Central Park community center, where indoor sports are held. Additional activities include pickleball, outdoor basketball Head Start, a community garden run by IRC's New Roots program, an outdoor restroom/pavilion and the PAL Boxing program (add link).
Annual events at Central Park include the Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with Santa.
Note: Dogs are NOT allowed on the outdoor sports field.
Fitts Park
3050 South 500 East, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
(also accessed at 400 E Front Avenue and 3045 S 300 East)
- Playgrounds: 3 (one with shade sails)
- Fitness Course: 1
- Little Free Library: 1 (next to the community garden - see all locations)
- Other Amenities: Pavilions (for rent), zip line, bike course, veterans memorial, Mill Creek Trail, community garden
Fitts Park is a green oasis with three creeks and some of the oldest trees in the city. One of the city's oldest and most popular parks, Fitts Park features playgrounds, pavilions for rental and day-use, Mill Creek Trail, a fitness course, bike course and a veterans memorial. One of the newer additions is the Fitts Park Community Garden managed by Wasatch Community Gardens.
Friends of Fitts Park
Friends of Fitts Park is a volunteer group of individuals interested in helping keep Fitts Park clean and beautiful. South Salt Lake is committed to engaging our community in the betterment of our city’s parks, trees, and green spaces through volunteerism, park activation, philanthropy and urban forestry. Join the Friends of Fitts Park group to get involved in a way meaningful to your interests and skill sets.
To be informed of upcoming Friends of Fitts Park volunteer opportunities, subscribe to South Salt Lake's e-newsletter, the SSL Scoop.
General Holm Park
1050 Carlisle Park Ln, South Salt Lake, UT 84119
(pedestrian access from 1050 W 3900 South)
- Playgrounds: 1
- Other Amenities: Jordan River access, pavilion, restrooms, World War II memorial
Another destination along the Jordan River Parkway Trail, this park features a pavilion, restroom, playground and bridge over 3900 South to connect you on the trail traveling south. You can also view an excellent World War II memorial.
This park was named in honor of Major General George P. Holm, of the United States Army, who was instrumental in creating a state of Utah veteran's park, cemetery, and nursing home.
General Holm Park is owned and maintained by Salt Lake County Parks.
Harmony Park
3760 S Main St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
- Playgrounds: 1
- Sports Courts & Fields: 2 baseball/softball diamonds, 2 outdoor tennis courts
- Other Amenities: Two baseball fields, pavilion, community garden, slackline area
This ten-acre park includes two full-sized, lit softball fields, as well as tennis courts, sand volleyball, a large pavilion and a brand-new playground. The playground includes climbers, spinners, swings, and an area for slacklining.
The park also includes the Harmon Park Community Garden managed by Wasatch Community Gardens, which has individual garden plots open to anyone through an application process.
Harmony Park is owned and maintained by Salt Lake County Parks.
Kaleidoscope Park
3116 South 500 East, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
Kaleidoscope Park is a small tract of land adjacent to Fitts Park that was started as pollinator park to provide critical habitat for Monarch butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and all other variety of wildlife. Pollinators play a vital role in our agricultural industry, local economies, and overall health of our ecosystems. Unfortunately, many pollinator populations have experienced drastic declines in recent years. Population loss can be linked to several contributing factors including loss of habitat, changing climate and associated weather patterns, disease and pesticide use. Mill Creek runs through the park, which now hosts several local pollinators, grasses, trees, and milkweed to attract all types of wildlife, and yes, Monarch butterflies!
By planting specific pollinator plants in your yard, you can help create habitat and attract these creatures to your area. Click here to learn more about the Utah Pollinator Habitat Program and to claim your habitat kits and seed mixes.
Lincoln Park
3680 Lincoln Park Dr, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
Lincoln Park is a neighborhood pocket park that has a lawn area and an open play space for the kids.
Lions Park
311 E Robert Ave, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
- Playgrounds: 1
- Little Free Library: 1 (see all locations)
- Other Amenities: Dog park
Enjoy the city's newest playground, Lions Park, which was built with a Kaboom! Grant in 2018. You can also introduce your pup to new friends at the dog park.
The park has two shaded pavilions for visitors to stay cool or have a lunch break. This linear park was built by the Lions Club on parcels that were acquired for the construction of I-80 in the 1960s.
Thank you, Lions, and all the community volunteers who have helped build this park!
McCall Park
3728 S McCall St (250 E), South Salt Lake, UT 84115
- Playgrounds: 1
- Other Amenities: Picnic area, open sports field, detention basin
McCall Park is a neighborhood park that offers a playground, picnic table, and large lawn/sports field that doubles as a stormwater detention basin.
Promise Park
2230 South 500 East, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
- Fitness Course: 1
- Other Amenities: Shady garden, tetherball, picnic tables
Promise Park was created, in part, to honor the memory of Hser Ner Moo. This pocket park and fitness course along Parley's Trail is adjacent to the 500 East streetcar stop. Pump up your walk or workout, play tetherball, or just relax in the shady garden area while waiting for the train.
Whitlock Park
201 E Whitlock Ave, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
Whitlock Park is a neighborhood pocket park that has a lawn area with benches, trees, and dog waste station. The park connects Whitlock to Oakland through South Salt Lake City Hall, and to the South Salt Lake Dog Park.