Rocky Ridge Park

Rocky Ridge Park is a public green space located in Hartford, Connecticut. The park, along with its companion Hyland Park, was established in the early 20th century. Rocky Ridge Park was acquired in 1892 from a partial exchange of land originally owned by Trinity College. The park design plan was developed by Theodore Wirth, who served as the park superintendent at the time.

Rocky Ridge and Hyland Parks were officially opened for public use on April 24, 1911, after the acquisition of an additional southern portion in August 1907, which was named Hyland Park. Prior to its transformation into a park, the land was used as a city quarry, giving the area its distinctive rocky character.

The park offers a variety of recreational facilities for visitors of all ages. It features sports areas, including baseball playing fields and a basketball court. For younger visitors, there is a playground area with equipment for children to enjoy. The park also includes grassed areas suitable for casual sports and picnicking.

In recent years, the park has been upgraded with modern amenities to better serve the community. An artificial turf field has been added, which supports both baseball and soccer activities, expanding the park's versatility for different sports enthusiasts.