Arcola City Park
The Arcola City Park was the first park developed in the community. Often referred to locally as the “Old Park,” the park encompasses approximately 2.4 acres and serves as a traditional neighborhood gathering space for residents and visitors alike.
The park features a large pavilion constructed in 1960, complete with picnic tables and charcoal grills, making it an ideal location for family gatherings, reunions, and community events. Restroom facilities, also constructed in 1960, remain available for public use. The park includes a basketball court and playground area, with new playground equipment installed in 1997 through funds raised by a dedicated group of local citizens.
In 2025, the Unleashed Dog Park was added, providing a safe and welcoming space where furry friends can run, play, exercise, and socialize off-leash. The dog park has quickly become a popular amenity for pet owners and their companions.
Today, Arcola City Park continues to provide a convenient and inviting neighborhood destination where families, children, and pet owners can gather and enjoy outdoor recreation in the heart of the community.
Kelly Moore Memorial Park
The Kelly Moore Memorial Park is a community recreation facility encompassing approximately 26.5 acres. Originally developed in 1973, the park has undergone numerous upgrades and renovations over the years to meet the recreational needs of residents and visitors. The acquisition of Moore Park was completed through a Department of Conservation, Bureau of Outdoor Recreation grant in May 1973 (Project 17-00207).
Commonly referred to by local residents as the “New Park,” the site is significantly larger than the City Park and serves as the community’s primary athletic complex. The park contains baseball and softball diamonds, two soccer fields, two tennis courts, two pickleball courts, two basketball courts, and a futsal court. Many of these facilities are lighted for evening use. Local school athletic teams and community recreation programs utilize the athletic fields extensively throughout the year.
Recent improvements have further enhanced the park's recreational offerings. In 2024, a new splash pad was opened, providing a popular family-friendly attraction during the summer months. Athletic field upgrades have included improvements to the baseball and softball facilities, as well as the addition of a small tee-ball field to support youth recreation programs.
The park also features a large pavilion, constructed in 1975, that includes picnic tables and is fully ADA accessible. Handicap-accessible restrooms are conveniently located near the pavilion and playground areas. New playground equipment and ADA accessibility improvements were completed in 1998 through funding provided by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources via OSLAD Outdoor Recreation Grant 96-617. A skate park was added in the fall of 2005, further expanding recreational opportunities for park users of all ages.
Today, Kelly Moore Memorial Park serves as a central gathering place for sports, recreation, community events, and outdoor activities in Arcola.
For information on scheduling the ballfields, contact Chris Kessler by email.
* Due to field renovations the Arcola CIty Park no longer has a field accessible for Men's Softball
Rotary Gazebo Park
The Rotary Gazebo Park is a small garden park facility located in the downtown area. The park was created through the effort of the Arcola Sunrise Rotary Club as a centennial project in honor of Rotary International's 100th Anniversary. The park, which was donated to the City in a formal dedication ceremony in September of 2005, contains a gazebo, commemorative brick sidewalk, ornate benches, decorative water fountain and a clock.
For information regarding pavilion rentals, please contact City Hall at 217-268-4966.
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