Specialty Parks
Gateway Park
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at Gateway?
Statues of Historical Figures
McClure Amphitheater
The McClure Amphitheater at Chaffee Crossing was re-dedicated on Saturday, September 17, 2011. It was originally established in 1953 on then Fort Chaffee. This outdoor amphitheater has a stunning views of the city of Fort Smith.
McClure Amphitheater with Photo
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at McClure?
Amphitheater
Parking: On-Site
Electricity (with reservation)
Request a Booking
McClure Amphitheater is open and available for reservations.
Fee: $100 / day
Deposit: $100
Massard Prairie Battlefield
This historic site was added to the Arkansas Register of Historic Places on November 7, 2001. The site remains today to honor the brave men on both sides who struggled here in 1864. Today, four major areas of the camp are preserved: The Parade Ground; Kitchen or Mess area; and the camps of Companies “B” and “D”. Each area is marked by a sign.
Amenities
What’s at Massard Prairie Battlefield?
Walking Trail
Address
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Ruth Armstrong Nature Area
On February 25, 2012 a total of 33 volunteers worked in Ruth Armstrong Nature Area for a grand total of 147 volunteer hours. The following groups involved were:
- AmeriCorps
- Fishback Neighborhood Association
- CJDC
- Fort Smith Parks & Recreation
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
- Citizens of Fort Smith
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at the Ruth Armstrong Natural Area?
Walking Trail
Pavilion
Picnic Area
Anniversary Rose Garden
The Anniversary Rose Garden was dedicated by the Fort Smith Rose Society commemorating their 60th Anniversary.
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at the Anniversary Rose Garden?
Pavilion
Request a Booking
Reservations for entire park rental are required.
Fee: $50
*Required within 72 hours of booking.
Deposit: $50
Capacity: Open
Restrooms: No
Parking: Public Street
Alcohol & Tobacco are prohibited
Kelley Park Ballfields
The Kelley Ballfields boast a total of 8 full-sized baseball & softball fields for competitive play or fun family activity!
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm*, all days of the week
*Outdoors restrooms are currently closed due to COVID-19 precautions.
Amentities
What’s at Kelley Park Ballfield?
Baseball Fields
Playground
Bathrooms
Request a Booking
To reserve a field, please visit our reservation page.
Riverfront Bike and Skate Park
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at the Riverfront Bike and Skate Park?
Skate Park
Picnic Area
Small Playground
Request a Booking
Facility may be reserved for large events only. To submit a request for a reservation, please visit our reservation page.
Chaffee Pickleball Complex
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at Chaffee Pickleball Complex?
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park
In construction
Hours of Operation
6:00am to 11:00pm, all days of the week
Amenities
What’s at Chaffee Crossing Dog Park?
Large Breed Play Area
Small Breed Play Area
Rules and Regulations
Providing safe & enjoyable recreation for all.
Fort Smith Parks & Recreation exists to provide engaging experiences to the community through its parks, trails, and community events. In order to keep these areas safe and enjoyable, all parks follow the same rules and regulations.