About

Western Gateway Recreation & Park District is a state special district public park. The park was first opened in 1976 and has been serving the community and it's families for five decades. 

Two kids walking through a shallow creek surrounded by trees and greenery on a sunny day.
Two children playing in Squirrel Creek
Two hanging buds with white petals and pink-purple hues, set against a green leafy background.
Flower growing at Western Gateway Park
A large tree with sprawling branches casts shadows on a sunlit forest floor.
Oak tree at Western Gateway Park
A dog on a forest path surrounded by trees and greenery, with sunlight filtering through the branches.
Walking path at Western Gateway Park with trees and dog
Yellow star-shaped flowers with striped buds on a green blurred background.
Flower growing at Western Gateway Park
A child in colorful clothing stands smiling on a rocky riverbank surrounded by greenery.
Young boy enjoying Squirrel Creek
A dog walks along a dirt path through a lush green field surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.
Dog on path at Western Gateway Park
A close-up of a red flower with pointed petals against green leaves.
Flower growing at Western Gateway Park
Misty river with overhanging branches, surrounded by trees in a serene, natural setting.
Mist on Squirrel Creek
Two kids walking through a shallow creek surrounded by trees and greenery on a sunny day.
Two hanging buds with white petals and pink-purple hues, set against a green leafy background.
A large tree with sprawling branches casts shadows on a sunlit forest floor.
A dog on a forest path surrounded by trees and greenery, with sunlight filtering through the branches.
Yellow star-shaped flowers with striped buds on a green blurred background.
A child in colorful clothing stands smiling on a rocky riverbank surrounded by greenery.
A dog walks along a dirt path through a lush green field surrounded by trees under a clear blue sky.
A close-up of a red flower with pointed petals against green leaves.
Misty river with overhanging branches, surrounded by trees in a serene, natural setting.

Enjoy 88 acres of park areas that include vast lawns dotted with shade trees, two playgrounds, basketball courts, pickleball courts, four ballfields, Bocce ball courts, a 3500 square foot stage pavilion, dog park, covered picnic areas, creekside picnic areas, a disc golf course, walking trails, bike path and a 900+ square foot cottage. There is also a Farmers' Market that begins in May. The park is dissected by Squirrel Creek, along which there is a walking path to enjoy nature and swim holes to cool off in the summer. The park is also home to many native plants and wildlife. 

Western Gateway Park is a great place to bring your family for a day of fun, to celebrate birthdays, have bridal and baby showers, hold celebrations of life, celebrate weddings and anniversaries, or gather for a reunion. 

Western Gateway Park is a perfect place to walk your dog! In the main park area, please keep your dog on a leash. In the dog park, your dog can be leash free.

Drop off your CA redeemable recyclables in Thursday; the trailer is parked behind the main restrooms.