Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation.
Parks and Recreation.Volunteer!
There is nothing more rewarding than finding ways to help our community. The City of Elkhart Parks & Recreation Department needs your help. We offer volunteer opportunities in a variety of areas, no matter your talent or interest, there’s a job for you! Our volunteers serve the community and provide assistance to the City Parks and Recreation Department’s various events.
Please submit any applications or questions to maddy.gordon@coei.org or call us at (574)295-7275.
Events
Apply here!
2023 information is coming soon!
We are now taking applications for vendors. Please call us at 574-295-7275 or contact parks.events@coei.org
Recreation Facilities
All Aquatics Facilities are closed for the season.
Pierre Moran Pool
119 West Wolf Avenue
574-293-7946 Cancel
A family-friendly, swimming facility that features 2 pools: a zero-depth entry to 3 1/2 foot body of water with toddler-friendly playscapes, a 3-5 foot deep recreational pool, and a 10 foot deep well. Enjoy the large corkscrew-shaped waterslide. Relax by the pool under a shade umbrella or catch some rays on one of our many loungers. Refreshments are available from our concession stand.
Hours:
Saturday-Sunday: 12pm-6pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 12pm-6pm
Friday: 12pm-8pm
Admission:
Ages 2 and under: $1
General Admission: $4
Seniors: (62+): 2$
All Aquatics Facilities are closed for the season.
McNaughton Spray Park
635 Arcade Avenue
574-970-5947
A Spray Park located in McNaughton Park. The facility provides kids of all ages a new and exciting aquatic atmosphere.
Water features include: a large bucket spill, spray loops, team sprays, cannons, power volcanoes, aqua domes, spray nozzles, jets, valves, and water guns. A concession stand, picnic area, loungers, and shade umbrellas will help make your visit even more enjoyable.
Hours:
Sunday-Monday: 12pm-6pm
Tuesday: 12pm-8pm
Wednesday-Saturday: 12pm-6pm
Admission:
General Admission- Free, only children ages 12 and under, with parental supervision.
All Aquatics Facilities are closed for the season.
Ideal Beach Water Park
The water slide at Ideal Beach is not currently operating, due to this fact we will be temporarily reducing admission to 5$ until it is fixed.
52256 Ideal Beach Road
574-262-1769
Ideal Beach Water Park / Elkhart, IN A trip to Ideal Beach is the perfect way to spend a summer day. Park amenities include: lakefront beach, wading pool, playground, sand volleyball courts, miniature golf, picnic areas, two corkscrew water slides, and concession stand. Picnic sites may be reserved through Ideal Beach, but Pavilion rental must be made through the Parks and Recreation Office.
Ideal Beach Survey
Hours:
Sunday-Thursday: 12pm-6pm
Friday: 12pm-8pm
Saturday:11am-6pm
Admission
Ages 2 and under: Free
Ages 3-5: $3
General Admission: $8
League Director- Ed Bellows
For men’s leagues, we will be offering the following
Tuesday – Semi-Competitive League (3hr’s then 1-up)
Tuesday – Recreational League (1hr then outs)
Thursday – Recreational League (3hr’s then 1-up)
For COED, we will be offering the following
Wednesday – Competitive League (2hr’s then outs)
Thursday – Recreational Leagues (1hr for females only)
Fee: 2023 Summer softball entry fee is $750.00 for a 20-game season plus tournament. If registered and PAID before 5:00 pm on March 31, a discount of $50 will be applied
If you are planning to play on Thursday night, don’t delay, this night fills up fast. Once they get filled up, the league will be closed.
NIBCO Water and Ice Park is now closed for the season. See you in December for ice skating!
The splash pad will be on beginning in June.
| 2022-23 Season | Hours of Operation | Admission Fees |
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December 3rd-February 26th
All Open Dates/Times
are Weather Permitting
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Fridays
6 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturdays
1 pm – 5:00 pm
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sundays
1 pm – 5:00 pm
Please call ahead to check on hours of operation, hours are subject to change.
574-970-7490
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Admission
$6.00
Ages 3 – 12 $8.00
Ages 13+
2 & Under
Free
Skate Rental
Free
Other Services
Skate
Sharpening $6.00 |
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Winter Recess Hours
December 26th-January 6th
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Official
Holiday Hours |
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Monday-Saturday
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sundays
1 pm – 5:00 pm
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Christmas Eve
1 pm – 5 pm
Christmas Day CLOSED
New Year’s Eve
1 pm – 5 pm
6 pm – 10 pm
New Year’s Day
1 pm – 5 pm
Martin Luther
King Day & President’s Day January 16th & February 20th
1 pm -5 pm
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Studebaker Park, located at 1020 McDonald St. in Elkhart, offers 6 pickleball courts.
The courts are open to the public and available to reserve using the app, CourtReserve.
To reserve a court, download the app, CourtReserve. Apple or Google Play
In the app, select Elkhart County Pickleball as the organization, sign up to play, select Studebaker Park, and then pick your date and time.
Pavilion Information
The Elkhart Parks and Recreation Department offers five indoor pavilions for rental throughout the year, High Dive, McNaughton, Pierre Moran, Studebaker, and Willowdale.
Pavilion amenities include a full kitchen, heating/air conditioning, 12′ rectangular tables (seating 10 guests each), and chairs (seating capacity based on pavilion size).
No reservations will be taken over the phone; however, you may call to check availability.
Cash, Check, and Credit/Debit Cards for Rentals Only.
Available Sessions
- AM Session 8 am-4 pm
- PM Session 5 pm-12 am
Rental Process
- You must be 21 to rent.
- Rental fees must be paid in full at the time of reservation.
- The rental contract must be signed.
Security Deposit/Key Pick Up
- A cash-only security deposit of $300.00 will be due at the time of key pick-up.
- Key pick-up is between the hours of 8 am and 4:00 pm.
Security Deposit/Key Return
- Provided that the guidelines and requirements of the rental agreement are upheld, the deposit is refundable when the pavilion key is returned.
- Keys should be returned the first business day following your event.
- Keys may be returned between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Address
500 E Beardsley Avenue
Pricing
Monday-Thursday- $125.00 per session
Friday-Sunday & Holidays- $250.00 per session
Amenities
Seating Capacity- 250
Chairs- 250
12′ Tables- 25
Kitchen/Restroom/Heat/Air
Photo
Address
701 Arcade Avenue
Pricing
Monday-Thursday-$100.00 per session
Friday-Sunday & Holidays- $225.00 per session
Amenities
Seating Capacity- 250
Chairs- 250
12′ Tables- 25
Kitchen/Restroom/Heat/Air
Fireplace Available
Playground Available
Photo
Address
119 W Wolf Street
Pricing
Monday-Thursday- $85.00 per session
Friday-Sunday- $200.00 per session
Amenities
Seating Capacity- 150
Chairs- 150
12′ Tables- 15
Kitchen/Restroom/Heat/Air
Photo
Address
1020 McDonald Street
Pricing
Monday-Thursday- $85.00 per session
Friday-Sunday- $200.00 per session
Amenities
Seating Capacity- 150
Chairs- 150
12′ Tables- 15
Kitchen/Restroom/Heat/Air
Fireplace Available
Playground Available
Photo
Address
1320 Olive Street
Pricing
Monday-Thursday- $75.00 per session
Friday-Sunday- $150.00 per session
Amenities
Seating Capacity- 125
Chairs- 125
12′ Tables- 13
Kitchen/Restroom/Heat/Air
Fireplace Available
Playground Available
Photo
Prices
Island Park – Call for details. 300$, amenities included. (Board approval required.)
Island Park Band Stand – $75 per day. Additional $50 for electricity.
Island Park Shelter – $100 per day. Additional $50 for electricity.
High Dive Park Gazebo – $50 per day. Electricity not available.
McNaughton Park Band Shell – $75 per day. Rental of McNaughton Pavilion is required. Electricity included.
Roosevelt Park Shelter – $75 per day. Additional $50 for electricity.
Ideal Beach Shelter – $75 per day. Electricity included. Admission to Ideal Beach not covered with rental.
American Park Shelter – $50 per day. Electricity not available.
If you are planning to hold a large event (i.e., company picnic, fundraising walk or run, community event, etc.) in one of our parks, you must go through the proper requirements with the Board of Works and Park Board.
A combined permit from the Parks Department and the Board of Works is required at least 60 days before the event.
Please complete the application and submit it via email, mail, or in-person to the Parks office at 229 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN 46516.
The application can be found below, and please email city.parks@coei.org with any questions. Applicants must be present at the next board meeting to answer questions from the board.
Activity Guide
Feel free to check out our Spring Activity Guide!
