Gallacher Park

Gallacher Park is a public green space located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Situated in District 4 near Park Street, this urban park provides a welcome respite for local residents and visitors alike. The park is part of Salt Lake City's Public Lands Department, which manages various parks and recreational areas throughout the city.

The park serves as a community gathering space and recreational area for nearby residents in its residential location.

One notable feature of Gallacher Park is its participation in the Native Plant Program, with a specific focus on monarchs and milkweed. This initiative is part of a broader effort to support monarch butterfly populations, which have been in decline in recent decades due to factors such as development and climate change. By incorporating native plants, particularly milkweed, the park plays a role in providing essential habitat for monarch butterflies. This program aligns with current conservation efforts, as monarch butterflies are under federal protection and may be added to the threatened species list by the end of 2025.

The park's involvement in ecological initiatives demonstrates Salt Lake City's commitment to environmental stewardship and biodiversity conservation within its urban green spaces. Visitors to Gallacher Park may have the opportunity to observe and learn about native plant species and their importance to local ecosystems, particularly in supporting pollinators like monarch butterflies.