About the Department
The Parks and Recreation Department manages and maintains 24 City parks encompassing more than 310 acres of parkland, open space, and trail corridors. The Department provides recreational programs for all ages, maintains sports facilities and aquatic centers, and coordinates City special events and community gatherings.
Parks & Facilities
| Park / Facility | Acreage | Key Amenities |
|---|---|---|
| McLainberg Community Park | 42 ac | Baseball, soccer, picnic pavilions, splash pad, playground |
| Founders Memorial Park | 8 ac | Amphitheater, rose garden, historic monument |
| Ridgeline Open Space Preserve | 118 ac | Hiking/MTB trails, wildlife habitat, trailhead parking |
| Alvarado Sports Complex | 22 ac | Lighted softball/baseball diamonds, football/soccer fields, restrooms |
| Aquatic Center at Recreation Drive | — | Competition pool, leisure pool, lap lanes, learn-to-swim |
| McLainberg Community Center | — | Gymnasium, banquet hall, meeting rooms, senior center |
| 12 Neighborhood Parks | 120 ac total | Playgrounds, benches, walking paths, open turf |
Recreation Programs
The Department offers a full calendar of programs for youth, adults, and seniors. Registration opens quarterly and is available online or at the Community Center front desk.
- Youth Sports Leagues — Soccer, basketball, flag football, and T-ball for ages 4–17
- Adult Sports Leagues — Softball, volleyball, pickleball, and futsal for adults 18+
- Aquatics — Swim lessons, lap swim, water aerobics, lifeguard training, and open recreational swim
- Fitness Classes — Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, boot camp, and senior fitness
- After School Programs — Academic enrichment and supervised recreation for K–8 students
- Summer Day Camp — Full-day and half-day camps for children ages 5–13 during summer break
- Senior Center Programs — Arts and crafts, line dancing, game nights, day trips, and congregate meals
Facility Rentals
McLainberg residents and businesses may reserve City park and community center facilities for private events. Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance. Deposit and proof of general liability insurance are required for events with alcohol or more than 50 attendees.
Rental Inquiries
Contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (555) 760-4400 or parks@cityofmclainberg.gov for availability and fee information. Facility rental fees are established by the City Council in the annual Fee Schedule Resolution.
Trails & Open Space
McLainberg maintains approximately 28 miles of improved multi-use trails connecting neighborhoods, parks, and the Ridgeline Open Space Preserve. The City's Trails Master Plan, adopted in 2019, identifies an additional 14 miles of proposed trail connections for future implementation as development occurs and funding becomes available.
Trail users are reminded that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet in all City parks and on paved trails. Dogs are prohibited in the Aquatic Center, sports courts, and playground equipment areas.