2024 PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST

In honor of National Parks and Recreation Month, we will be hosting a photo contest. Photos may be submitted beginning July 8th through the deadline date of July 31, 2024.

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THE CITY OF TUPELO DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION

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Tupelo Parks & Recreation have many sports to play for youth and adults.

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OUTDOOR FACILITIES & BUILDINGS FOR RENT

Tupelo Parks & Recreation offer outdoor and indoor spaces to rent for special occasions such as birthday parties, reunions, weddings, and much more.

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DAYCAMP

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VETERANS PARK

The City of Tupelo Department of Parks and Recreation strives to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Tupelo by providing professionally designed comprehensive recreation and leisure programs and services.

To accomplish this mission, the Department provides diversity in programming opportunities to meet the changing needs and interests of users. Maintains safe, well-managed facilities and programs to ensure opportunities for participation by all. Fosters the development of knowledge, interests, and behaviors that promote a healthy lifestyle. Encourages the development of positive attitudes regarding participant and sportsmanship. Offers programs and services at a cost that is affordable to all.

– Alex Farned is the Director of Parks and Recreation.

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DAYCAMP

A fun, affordable, and educational camp for children that have completed kindegarten, but have not exceeded the fifth grade.

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VETERANS PARK

The Veterans Memorial Park is lakefront park that features an aquatic center, splash pad, disc golf, trails, and a Vietnam memorial.

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PHONE: 662-841-6440

ADDRESS: 655 Rutherford Road - Tupelo, Mississippi 38801 

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PARKS & AMENITIES

All parks are free and open to the public with the exception of certain events.

AYCOCK PARK

  • 5 Acres
  • Picnic Tables and Grills

BALLARD PARK

  • 153 Acres
  • 3 Acre Lake
  • 1 Gazebo
  • 2 Pavilions
  • 1 Stage
  • 3 Restroom Facilities
  • Skate Park
  • 2 Playgrounds
  • 2.75 Mile Trail
  • Cross Country Trail
  • Life Trail
  • Fitness System
  • 1 Maintenance Building
  • 20 Picnic Tables
  • 2 Sand Volleyball Courts
  • Oren Dunn Museum
  • Parks and Recreation Administration Office
  • 16 Lighted Multi-Purpose Fields
  • 1 Athletic Operation Center
  • 40-Capacity Storm Shelter

BASEBALL FIELDS AT BANKPLUS SPORTSPLEX

  • 9 Baseball Fields
  • Pavilion
  • Concession Stand
  • Picnic Area
  • 1.2 Mile Cross Country Course

BEL AIR GOLF COURSE

  • 72 Acres
  • 1 Nine Hole Golf Course
  • 1 Senior Recreation Facilities & Club House
  • 1 Maintenance Facility

BRISTOW PARK

  • .6 Acres
  • 1 Playground
  • 1 Swing Set
  • .15 Mile Trail

 BURT PARK

Small seating area

C.C. AUGUSTUS

  • .7 Acres
  • 85,000 Gallon Swimming Pool
  • 1 Recreation/Meeting Facility
  • Support Building for Pool

CHANDLER PARK

  • .5 Acres
  • 1 Playground
  • 1 Swing Set
  • .15 Mile Trail

EASTWOOD SOFTBALL COMPLEX

  • 35 Acres
  • 4 Softball Fields
  • 2 Concession Stands
  • 2 Covered Areas
  • Maintenance Shed

GATEWAY PARK

  • 3.3 Acres
  • 2 Water Features
  • 3 Pavilions
  • 1,780 Feet of Trail

GUMTREE PARK

  • 22 Acres
  • 8 Outdoor Courts
  • 2 Multi Purpose Fields
  • 1 Pavilion
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Amphitheater
  • 1 Mile Walking Trail
  • 40 Capacity Storm Shelter

GUN CLUB PARK

  • 9 Acres
  • 1 Pavilion
  • Playground
  • 1 Mile Trail

HANCOCK PARK

  • 9.8 Acres
  • 3 Outdoor Courts
  • 1 Pavilion
  • 2 Playgrounds
  • .25 Mile Trail

HAVEN ACRES PARK

  • 1 Acre
  • 1 Pavilion
  • 1 Playgound
  • .15 Mile Trail
  • 40 Capacity Storm Shelter

DOT COOPER KELLY PARK AT LEE ACRES

  • 4 Acres
  • 2 Basketball Courts
  • 12 Pickleball Courts 
  • 1 Playground
  • 1 Recreation Facility
  • 1 Pavilion
  • FEMA 1,100 Capacity Storm Shelter

OLD MILL TOWN PARK

  • 1.2 Acres
  • 2 Outdoor Courts
  • 1 Playground
  • .125 Mile Trail

ROB LEAKE CITY PARK

  • 34 Acres
  • 17 Lighted Tennis Courts
  • 1 Outdoor Basketball Court
  • 2 Lighted Ball Fields
  • Pro Shop
  • 2 Pavilions
  • 1 Restroom Facility
  • 1 Playground
  • .5 Mile Trail
  • 1 Recreation/Metting Facility
  • Splash Pad
  • 40 Capacity Strom Shelter

ROBBINS FIELD

  • 9 Acres
  • Playground equipment
  • .25 Mile Trail

THERON NICHOLS PARK

  • 35 Acres
  • 3 Lighted Ball Fields
  • 6 Picnic Sites
  • 1 Restroom Facility
  • 1 Playgroud
  • .25 Mile Trail
  • 1 Concession Stand/Pressbox
  • Sand Volleyball Court
  • Splash Pad
  • FEMA 1,100 Capacity Storm Shelter

TUPELO BARK PARK

  • 1 Acre
  • Large Dog Play Area
  • Small Dog Play Area
  • Converted Entry Way with Benches
  • Picinic Tables
  • Watering Station
  • 2.5 Mile Music Bend Trail

VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK

  • 206 Acres
  • Tupelo Aquatic Center
  • 3 Pavilions
  • 1 Restroom Facility
  • 1 Playground
  • .5 Mile Trail
  • Life Trail Fitness System
  • 3 Disc Golf Courses
  • 4 Field Softball Complex with Support Facilities
  • Splashpad
  • Veterans Memorial
  • F105 Static Display
  • Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • 40 Capacity Storm Shelter