City of Allentown Department of Parks & Recreation
Overview
East Side Reservoir is a tranquil park located on East Union Street, on the City's east side. The main entrance is at E. Union and S. Halstead Streets. The park features walking trails, open fields and wooded areas.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Located in Trout Creek Parkway near the intersection of Dixon Street and South Delaware Street, the park includes two pens on two acres, one pen for smaller dogs and one for larger dogs.
The project was made possible by a $25,000 grant from Pet Safe’s Bark for Your Park program! The City was the recipient of one of just five grants across the country for a new park. In addition, Pet Safe awarded Allentown $10,000 for dog park maintenance. Allentown is the only Pennsylvania municipality to receive any funding from the program.
All dogs must be licensed, current with shots and registered with the Parks and Recreation Office. Proof of residency, shot history, and dog license information must be submitted with an application. Once your application is submitted, reviewed, and approved, you will be given a key fob to access the dog park.
Additional Information
- Two dogs per handler are allowed in the park at one time. If you have more than two dogs, you must bring another handler.
- Dogs must wear collars displaying their tags.
- Dogs weighing less than 30 lbs. must use small dog area. Dogs weighing more than 30 lbs must use large dog area.
- Dogs under six months of age are not permitted in the park.
- Male dogs that are not neutered are not permitted in the park.
- Female dogs, while in heat, are not permitted in the park.
- No children under the age of 12 are permitted in the park.
- Children between the ages of 12 and 17 must be supervised by an adult.
- No alcohol, food, dog food, treats, glass containers or special toys are permitted in the dog park.
Dog Licenses
Dog licenses may be obtained at the following locations:
- Lehigh County Humane Society
640 Dixon Street
Allentown
610.797.1205
www.TheLehighCountyHumaneSociety.org
- Allentown Recycling & Solid Waste
641 S. 10th Street
Allentown
610.437.8729
For more information, visit the Dixon Street Dog Park website here.
Located between Hamilton Street & Linden Street, off of Ott Street, the Rose Garden features a beautiful array of roses and other flower varieties, in peak bloom typically June - July.
The Rose Garden is a popular park for walking, bicycling, and photography opportunities. Many couples choose to host their wedding in the Rose Garden, or take engagement or prom pictures. The 1.3 mile walking loop is a great way to exercise, and features a smaller loop with 10 Wellness Stations, designed with exercise equipment for ages 50 & older. Three pavilions are located off of Honochick Drive, as well as park restrooms. The Parks & Recreation Office is located along the walking path, at 3000 Parkway Blvd, and the Friends of the Allentown Parks Office is in the stone house directly adjacent to the Rose Garden.
Amenities: rose garden, reflective ponds, gazebos, sculptures
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Percy Ruhe Park is located at 1519 Oxford Dr and is often also known as "Alton Park" for the youth-serving organization that operates within the park.
A small pavilion is available for rent, and the park also features four baseball/softball fields, three football fields, three lighted basketball courts, restrooms, and a playground. This park hosts many athletic leagues, both youth and adult, and frequently hosts weekend tournaments and games for local organizations.
Amenities: Pavilion, sports fields, handball court, playground, restrooms, basketball courts
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Roosevelt Park is a neighborhood park located between South Filmore St. and South Woodward St. to the east and west; and between Camp St. and Saucon St. to the north and south. The park features a playground, one baseball field, two lighted basketball courts, four tennis courts, and restrooms.
Amenities: Sports field, basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, restrooms
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This park is a small area across the street from Percy Ruhe Park in Allentown. It's located at 3021 Salisbury Drive, Allentown, PA 18103.
Amenities: Playground
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
South Mountain Reservoir is located off S. 10th St and provides access to a large wooded area with walking trails leading into Salisbury Township. The pavilion features eight picnic tables and two single grills and is available for rent.
Amenities: Pavilion, open fields, 0.75 miles walking trails, port-a-pottie seasonally
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This park is located at South St. & Mosser St., Allentown, PA 18103.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This downtown neighborhood park is located at the intersection of Tilghman & Sixth Streets. Stevens Park features a playground, half basketball court, community stage, pavilion, and grassy area. The park was renovated in 2016 and re-opened in 2017. The project was funded by the city, DCNR, and CDBG monies as well as in-kind work.
Amenities: Pavilion, community stage, playground, half basketball court
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Located at Martin Luther King Jr Dr. & Lehigh St., Allentown, PA 18103, this park offers walking trails and green space. These offer a peaceful getaway in the urban city.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This beautiful gem of a park is located at Union St/S St. Elmo St, near Union Terrace Elementary School. The park features a large amphitheater, a pond, softball field, picnic grove with a grill, and restrooms. *Union St from St Elmo St to St George St.
Amenities: Amphitheatre, sports field, picnic grove, restrooms, fishing
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Valania Park is a neighborhood park located off of Union Street between William St. and S. 6th St. The park features a basketball court, picnic tables, and a large playground, and hosts the popular Summer Playground Program for children ages 7-15 each summer.
Amenities: Basketball court, playground
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Walden Terrace Playlot is a neighborhood park located between S. Carbon and S. Lumber Sts., and features a playground and small picnic area.
Amenities: pavilion, playground
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
West Park is located between W Linden St and W Turner St, and between N 15th St and N West St. Parking lots can be accessed off of Webster St, Newton St, and N Baxter St.
Park amenities include grassy space, trails, restrooms, and band shell. West Park has a beautiful fountain you can take pictures in front of or make a wish. West Park is also a host location of our Summer Concert Series where you can sit and relax and listen to different bands.
Amenities: Band shell, restroom, .25 miles walking trails, historic fountain
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Bucky Boyle Park is located on N. Front Street (10 Pump Place) in Allentown, and features a playground, spray park, baseball and football fields, basketball courts, restrooms and a pavilion available for rentals. Bucky Boyle Park is home to the Allentown A's Youth Sports Organization.
Features:
- 1 Baseball Fields with 90 ft. bases and lights
- 1 Baseball Fields with 60 ft. bases
- 1 Football Field with lights
- 2 Basketball Courts with Lights
- 1 Spray Park
- 1 Pavilion with 100 person capacity and single grill Restroom Facilities
Sports Accommodated: Baseball | Football | Basketball
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Li'l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery is open to all.
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - Dusk (7 days a week)
Tours: Park signage throughout the grounds can be used for self-guided tours by individuals or groups. Fish Food can be sourced from vending machines on-site.
Did you know
Three volunteer clubs maintain operations at the nursery (Pioneer, Lehigh County Fish, and Game Protective Association, and Trout Creek Hunting and Fishing Club). Volunteers are welcome to help with nursery duties, including stockings. For more information, please call the Hatch House at 610-437-7656.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This park and playground is the 5th St Spray Park/Old Fairgrounds Playground. It's located at N 5th & Gordon St./N 5th & West Liberty St., Allentown, PA 18102.
Amenities: Spray park, playground.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Named after the Allentown native professional football player and philanthropist, Andre Reed park is located adjacent to Reed's alma mater, Dieruff High School.
Amenities: Irving Pool, sports fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, restrooms.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Located in the triangular area (Benton St/S Lumber St/S Delaware St) between Mack Pool & South Mountain Middle school. Parking lot and entrance on S Lumber St.
Amenities: Playground
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Canal Park is located at E. Walnut St/S Albert Street in Allentown, in close proximity to Keck Park with a beautiful overlook of the Lehigh River. The park connects with the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (D&L Trail), which is a multi-use trail that runs 165 miles through Northeastern Pennsylvania through Lehigh and Northampton County and into Bucks County. In partnership with Wildlands Conservancy, the park hosts popular Bike & Boat trips from the park to Sand Island in Bethlehem.
Park Amenities
- (1) Pavilion with 70 person capacity
- (2) single grills
- (2) Boat Launches with access to the Lehigh River and Lehigh Canal Restroom Facilities
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Located off Dixon Street just down from the Dixon Street Dog Park, Dixon Park baseball fields offer on street parking. They are located next to the Mountainville Memorial Youth Association athletic complex on the south side of Allentown.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This downtown park is located off of MLK Jr. Dr, surrounding the cross street at S. 10th Street.
Fountain Park has three baseball/softball fields, two basketball courts, one soccer field, and a playground. The park is a hub of activity on weekends, hosting local league games, tournament play and a Sunday adult soccer league.
Amenities: Sports fields, basketball courts, fishing, playground.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
This neighborhood park is located between North Franklin St. and North 14th St. to the east and west; and Russell St. and Emmett St. to the north and south. The park features a community garden run by St. Stephen's Outreach Center, a pavilion, exercise equipment and a playground.
Amenities: pavilion, playground
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Ithaca Playlot is a neighborhood park that includes a basketball court, playground, and small grassy field area. This site hosts the popular Summer Playground Program for children ages 7-15 each summer, and is located off Ithaca St between 30th and 31st Streets SW.
Amenities: Playground, basketball court
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Jordan Park is located at 6th St. and Sumner Ave. in Allentown, with access also possible off of MacArthur Rd, south of the Lehigh Valley Mall. Park amenities include a municipal swimming pool, a pavilion, a picnic grove area, a playground, exercise equipment, three baseball fields, two basketball courts, 1 football field, 1 volleyball court, and 4 handball courts.
Jordan Park Pavilion: 1 Pavilion with 50 person capacity, 1 Double Grill
Jordan Park Picnic Grove: 80 person capacity, 3 Single Grills
Amenities: Pool, pavilion, picnic grove, playground, sports fields, basketball courts, handball courts, restrooms, fishing, fitness equipment circuit
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
Keck Park is located off of S. Carlisle St. It is located off of S. Brook St and E Mosser St.
Park amenities include a pavilion, baseball field, practice field, lighted basketball court, two handball courts, and a soccer/football field.
To reserve the park's amenities, visit the City of Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation website.
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