Montgomery runs 60 parks that close at sundown: the Riverwalk and Riverfront Park, four dog parks, trails at Blount Cultural Park and more. Parks: 334-625-2300.
Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Facts on this page come from the City of Montgomery’s Parks, Trails and Natural Areas directory, its riverfront facilities list and the Parks and Recreation home page.
The City of Montgomery runs 60 parks, from neighborhood playgrounds to ball complexes, plus the Riverwalk and Riverfront Park on the Alabama River downtown. All city parks close at sundown. For rentals, programs and anything park-related, call Parks and Recreation at 334-625-2300; the department’s office is at 1010 Forest Ave.
Who to call
- Parks and Recreation: 334-625-2300, 1010 Forest Ave.
- Riverfront Park and the Harriott II riverboat: 334-625-2100
- Riverwalk Amphitheater and Union Station Train Shed: 334-625-2118
- Report a park problem (311): 334-625-4636
The riverfront
| Place | Address | What’s there |
|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Park | 355 Commerce St. | Amphitheater, open lawn, Riverwalk, splash pad, riverboat landing |
| Riverwalk Amphitheater | 355 Coosa St. | Amphitheater, shelter and room rentals |
| Splash Pad | 355 Coosa St. | Splash pad |
| Rotary Dog Park | 98 Coosa St. | Dog park |
| Union Station Train Shed | 300 Water St. | Event space |
| Harriott II Riverboat | 255 Commerce St. | Riverboat cruises, room rental |
Riverfront Park hosts the city’s free Harvest Festival on Oct. 17; see things to do this month.
Dog parks
- Bark Park, 6055 Vaughn Road: fountain, gazebo, benches and a wash station.
- Audubon, 3174 Cloverdale Road: dog park in a natural area.
- Blount Cultural Park, 1 Festival Drive: dog park alongside the trail and pond.
- Rotary Dog Park, 98 Coosa St., on the riverfront.
Trails and natural areas
- Blount Cultural Park, 1 Festival Drive: a trail, pond, statuary and open lawns around the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
- Buddy Watson Park, 1801 Taylor Road: a trail beside ball fields, batting cages and a playground; shelter rental.
- Cloverdale Road Park, 3124 Cloverdale Road: a trail, gazebo and playground in a natural area.
- Dorchester Park, Dorchester Drive: a trail, pavilion and playground.
- The Riverwalk, downtown: a paved promenade along the Alabama River from Riverfront Park.
Ball fields and playgrounds
| Park | Address | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| AUM/Ron Nunn | 250 Brown Springs Road | Ball fields, batting cages, concessions, picnic shelters, playground |
| Emory Folmar Soccer Complex | 300 Brown Springs Road | Football and soccer fields, stadium field |
| Dannelly Park | 3415 Carter Hill Drive | Ball fields, basketball, batting cages, pavilion, playground |
| Edward Thompson Park | 1655 Ray Thorington Road | Ball fields, concessions and a playground for children with sight impairments |
| Catoma Ball Fields | 1780 Mitchell Young Road | Ball fields, playground, restrooms |
| Diffley Park | 221 Crenshaw St. | Ball field, playground |
| Country Club Drive Park | 2227 Country Club Drive | Basketball, playground |
| Brenda Bonner Park | 3721 Harrison Road | Playground in a natural area |
| Bellinger Hills | 1121 S. Lawrence St. | Playground |
| Court Square | 1 Dexter Ave. | The historic fountain, by the Riverwalk |
The full list, with a filter by amenity, is on the city’s parks directory.
Rent a park
Call 334-625-2300 about rentals at AUM/Ron Nunn, Gateway, Ida Belle Young, Lagoon and Pete Peterson parks, or use the city’s rent a shelter and rent a park pages. Events in a park may need a special event permit.
What this means for you
- Plan park visits for daylight; the gates close at sundown.
- Four dog parks, one downtown: Rotary Dog Park on Coosa Street.
- Booking a party? Call 334-625-2300 early about a pavilion.
More guides: things to do this month, farmers markets and getting around Montgomery.
Frequently asked questions
What time do Montgomery parks close?
The City of Montgomery says all city parks close at sundown.
Where are the dog parks in Montgomery?
The city lists dog parks at Bark Park, 6055 Vaughn Road; Audubon, 3174 Cloverdale Road; Blount Cultural Park, 1 Festival Drive; and Rotary Dog Park, 98 Coosa St., on the riverfront.
Is there a splash pad in downtown Montgomery?
Yes. The city lists a splash pad at 355 Coosa St. on the riverfront, by Riverfront Park and the Riverwalk Amphitheater. Call Parks and Recreation at 334-625-2300.
Where can I walk a trail in Montgomery?
City parks with trails include Blount Cultural Park, 1 Festival Drive; Buddy Watson Park, 1801 Taylor Road; Cloverdale Road Park, 3124 Cloverdale Road; and Dorchester Park on Dorchester Drive. The Riverwalk runs along the Alabama River downtown.
How do I rent a park pavilion in Montgomery?
Call Parks and Recreation at 334-625-2300 about rentals at AUM/Ron Nunn, Gateway, Ida Belle Young, Lagoon and Pete Peterson parks, or use the city’s online rent-a-shelter page.
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