If you need to blow off steam, go for a walk, play ball or just enjoy some nature, Manhattan has several parks to enjoy.
City Park
1101 Fremont Street
One of the largest parks in town, the sidewalk around the park is a mile long, so measuring how long a walk has been is easy to do. In the park is also the Larry Norvell Band Shell, where folks can listen to the Manhattan Municipal Band, Arts in the Park concerts throughout the summer and more. Inside the Wefald Pavilion during the winter, rent some ice skates and skate around. Or, in the summer, hit up the splash park with the little kids, or the City Park pool to wade, slide and swim laps. There are also baseball fields to use to hit a few balls, and large open spaces with trees to run around, play catch, or set up a hammock.
CiCo Park
Wreath and Kimball Avenue
Walk the exercise trail throughout the City of Manhattan, Riley County and USD 383 jointly owned park. Take the kids to play on the playground or walk the outside of the park along the sidewalk. During the summer, swim in the pool, or in late summer, hit up the county fair which comes to town to celebrate 4-H accomplishments with a rodeo, midway games and rides. There’s also a small dog park to take Fido to run out some energy.
Longs Park
1615 Colorado Street
Visit one of the smallest parks in town and have a picnic. The pavilion has plenty of picnic benches and often has more open availability than in bigger parks. There is also a small playground for the kids to play on, and large open field area to run around, or lounge around.
Fairmont Park
125 Messenger Road
Head over the river to go to the large park with a big dog park to run around and play with others. There is also a playground for the kids and paths for everyone to walk around and enjoy.
Tuttle Creek State Park
5800 River Pond Rd A
Try a plethora of adventure at the state park. There are trails for walking, running, as well as horses. Take a dip in the lake, or grab the poles and try your hand at fishing. Spend the night at the park with trailer, camper or tent camping. A parking pass is required to go in.
Frank Anneberg Park
3801 Anderson Avenue
A large park, with trails for walking, space for picnics and more. In the Spring, the park will be bustling with activities on Saturday mornings, as the kids play soccer games on the fields. Additionally, try fishing at the Anneberg Park Fishing Dock, or watch the kids play baseball or softball at the Twin Oaks Sports Complex.
Goodnow Park
1101 N 4th Street
Visit one of the smallest parks, hidden in a neighborhood a few blocks off Bluemont Avenue. With winding sidewalks, walk the path and keep your eyes on the kids playing on the small playground equipment. Or, bring a blanket and have a picnic in the open space nearby.
Drive around town and discover the other parks the town has to offer!
