Park and Facility Closings

Keep up with all the latest news and information about current and upcoming closures and maintenance for Leisure Services. Parks with current notices are listed in the menu at left. This page is updated as information becomes available, so check back often.

Memorial Park Dog Park Closure  
Effective Until Further Notice, Temporarily Closed |  Posted: 3:49 PM 6/8/2023 
The dog park is temporarily closed for park improvements and construction during the summer of 2023. Further information is available at Leisure Services Listens - Memorial Park Improvments

Bishop Park Pool Closure  
Effective Until Further Notice, Temporarily Closed |  Posted: 10:49 PM 1/24/2023 
The pool is temporarily closed for park improvements and construction during the summer of 2023. Further information is available at Leisure Services Listens - Bishop Park Improvements.

Cook’s Trail Trail Closure  
Effective Until Further Notice, Closed Indefinitely |  Posted: 3:09 PM 1/8/2019 
Due to the wet weather and flooding along Sandy Creek, Cook’s Trail is closed from Sandy Creek Nature Center to Oxbow Loop Trail until further notice. There has been extensive damage to boardwalks and bridges. Boardwalks will have to be rebuilt.


Trail Updates  

Trails may be temporarily closed or under restricted use advisories throughout the year to maintain the integrity of the trails.  Temporary closures are usually due to maintenance; restricted use advisories are usually due to weather.

For more information and any questions, please call the Trails and Open Space Supervisor at 706-613-3620 or visit the Trails Status page.