Kennedy Memorial Park

Recreational Facilities

Spread across 17 acres, Kennedy Memorial Park is your go-to outdoor haven in Yuma. The park offers a variety of options, with sports fields including the Keegan Field - a lighted softball field that's great for evening games when the Arizona heat finally gives you a break. Soccer players will feel right at home on the fields where local leagues (including a 6x6 soccer league) regularly face off. Whether you're a serious athlete or just looking to kick a ball around, these spaces are available for use.

Skate Park

The recently renovated skate park is definitely a highlight here. With its design accommodating everyone from beginners to experienced skaters, it's become a popular spot in the area. You'll often find skaters of all ages dropping in, practicing their moves, and creating a really cool community vibe that makes this particular corner of the park feel special.

Sports Courts

Looking for more athletic options? The lighted basketball courts are meant for shooting hoops after sunset, while the volleyball courts attract groups of friends looking for some friendly competition. If you're into more niche sports, check out the professional horseshoe pits - surprisingly satisfying once you get the hang of it! There's even a hockey arena for those who prefer stick and puck to balls and nets.

Relaxation Areas

Not feeling particularly sporty? No problem. Three lighted ramadas offer perfect spots for gatherings and picnics, with tables and grills available for impromptu barbecues. The park's gazebos provide welcome shade, and the grassy areas dotted with trees create natural refuges where you can spread out a blanket, crack open a book, or simply watch the world go by.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Kids will make a beeline for the playground area, where they can climb, slide, and swing to their heart's content. While some equipment could use a fresh coat of paint, everything is sturdy and safe for little adventurers. Bringing your four-legged friend along? The park is dog-friendly with waste stations throughout - just remember to bring a leash and clean up after your pup.

Aquatic Features

When Yuma's famous heat gets too intense, the park's lighted and heated pool offers perfect relief. Younger swimmers can splash around in the dedicated wading pool, and there's a bathhouse for changing. The public pool becomes particularly popular during those sweltering summer months - and honestly, can you blame anyone for wanting to take a dip?

Walking Paths

For those who prefer their exercise a bit more leisurely, winding paths around the park provide perfect routes for walking, jogging, or strolling. The tartan track is especially interesting, stretching about 1,250 meters with changing elevations that keep your workout challenging. It's a refreshing alternative to flat, predictable treadmills at the gym.

Facilities and Maintenance

Restrooms are available across the park, and while they're generally stocked with the essentials, they occasionally show their age. You'll notice some areas undergoing cleaning and updates - a good sign that the city cares about keeping this community space in decent shape for everyone to enjoy.

Community Space

Kennedy Memorial Park serves many purposes for the Yuma community. You'll see teenagers practicing skateboard tricks alongside families having weekend picnics. Some visitors have been coming here for decades, including former students of nearby Gila Vista Junior High School, creating a sense of continuity as new generations use the park.