Parks & Recreation

Discover Bartlesville’s Parks and Recreation

The City of Bartlesville is proud to offer a diverse array of public parks and recreation facilities, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. With 17 parks and open spaces totaling over 860 developed acres, our parks system is designed to provide quality leisure and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

Parks and Recreation Facilities

Our facilities include:

2 Public Swimming Pools: Perfect for cooling off during the hot summer months, our pools offer a fun and safe environment for families.
A Splash Pad: A favorite for young children, providing a safe and fun water play area.
An 18-Hole Municipal Golf Course: A beautifully maintained course offering a challenging experience for golfers of all skill levels.
An 18-Hole Disc Golf Course: Enjoy a day outdoors with a fun and engaging game of disc golf.
An 18-Hole Miniature Golf Course: Family-friendly entertainment that offers fun for all ages.
An Arboretum: A serene environment perfect for nature walks, learning about plant species, and enjoying the beauty of nature.
16 Miles of Recreation Trails: Ideal for walking, jogging, cycling, and exploring the natural beauty of Bartlesville.
A 2.5-Acre Off-Leash Dog Park: A secure area where dogs can run freely and socialize with other pets.
A Newly Renovated Soccer Complex: State-of-the-art facilities for soccer enthusiasts to practice and compete.
2 Fishing Lakes: Tranquil spots perfect for fishing and enjoying the peacefulness of nature.
A Unique Play Tower Designed by Bruce Goff: An architectural marvel that offers a unique play experience for children.

Pickleball Courts are available at Sooner Park. Please note that reservations for Pickleball and Tennis courts are only available for major tournament play only.

For detailed information about our City parks, visit our Facilities page. There, you’ll find descriptions of the different facilities in each park and directions via Google Maps.

Our city parks offer something for everyone, from picnic areas to sports fields. Children especially enjoy the Kiddie Park, the oldest non-profit children’s amusement park in America. This charming park features classic rides and attractions that delight young children and their families.

We are committed to providing:

Quality, Diverse Recreation and Leisure Opportunities: From sports and fitness to relaxation and nature appreciation, our parks offer a wide range of activities.
Safe, Clean, and Attractive Parks and Recreation Facilities: We prioritize the safety and cleanliness of our parks to ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors.
Investments in New and Renovated Parks and Recreation Facilities: We continuously improve and expand our facilities to meet the evolving needs of our community.
Partnerships that Enhance Recreational Opportunities and Maximize Resources: We collaborate with local organizations and businesses to provide enhanced recreational opportunities.

We invite you to visit our parks and experience the quality of life they offer. The benefits are endless, from improving physical health to fostering community connections and enhancing mental well-being.

Friends of the Parks

The City of Bartlesville is honored to have the Bartlesville Area Friends of the Parks, a dedicated volunteer non-profit organization that works to maintain and improve our City parks. This group plays a crucial role in organizing community events, fundraising, and volunteer efforts to keep our parks beautiful and accessible.

Park & Recreation Master Development Plan

For more information on long-range development plans for the City’s parks and recreation system, see the 2009 Park and Recreation Master Development Plan. This comprehensive plan outlines our vision for the future, including proposed improvements, new facilities, and strategies for sustainable development.

Centennial Tree Guide

The Centennial Tree Guide commemorates the State of Oklahoma’s 100th birthday through the history of trees in the Bartlesville community that have lived as long as Oklahoma has been a state. This guide documents these historic trees and aims to inspire citizens to plant and care for trees, contributing to the environmental health and beauty of our city.

We encourage everyone to explore the Centennial Tree Guide, learn about the rich history of our local trees, and participate in tree planting initiatives to ensure that Bartlesville remains green and vibrant for generations to come.

City of Bartlesville Soccer Field Reservation

We are delighted to offer soccer fields for community use. Whether you are planning a friendly match, team practice, or a special event, our facilities are perfect for soccer enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Use the Online Booking form to make reservations.

Booked Soccer Field Calendar

Special event permit

If you or your organization are interested in hosting a special community event, such as a street festival, 5k run/walk, outdoor concert, parade, bicycle race, or other similar event, a special event permit is needed if the event is planned to be held in a city park, city recreation facility, or on a city street. Please click the following link to download the electronic application.

Special Event Permit

Do you need the assistance of the Bartlesville Police Reserves with your event? Any run, walk, parade, etc. that will cross or use a major thoroughfare should involve police personnel for their event. Please fill out the application below to have assistance from the BPD with your special event.

Police Reserve Event Form

Block party permit

If you and your neighbors would like to host a block party on your street, a block party permit is needed if you wish to close/barricade off a city street. Please click on the following link to download the electronic application.

Block Party Application Form

**NOTE: This application is for neighborhood block parties only. All other events will need to complete a special event permit.

APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOL SALE/SERVICE ON PUBLIC PROPERTY