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Parks & Trails
Choose your Adventure
Dickinson Park District owns 1,763 acres of parkland and green space which is comprised of 29 developed parks, pedestrian trails manages 14 facilities that can be seen throughout the website. If there’s something you don’t find, please feel free to let us know.
Overview
Explore & Discover
Endless Possibilities
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Canoeing Section
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Tree top challenge
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Zip line
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Tree climbing
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Canoeing
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Leaders go Free
Testimonials
Safe, fun and
exciting
Awesome trails that are in perfect condition. Everyone always says there is nothing to do in Dickinson. If you want to, you WILL find stuff to do. Love it here. Best town to raise the family.
Elena Stickel
Clean, awesome pool and workout facilities!
Angela Connolly
Programs
Programs to Explore
Playzone
Looking for a fun place for your child to play? Come join us in the MAC gym and playground, where children can improve their gross motor skills while enjoying activities with building blocks, jumping animals, and various toys.
- No pre-registration.
- Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Sep 10, 24; Oct 1, 15; Nov 12; Dec 10
- Jan 14, 28; Feb 11, 25; Mar 11, Apr 1, 15; May 6
- 5 & under
Elementary Cross Country
Elementary Cross Country is a great way to introduce the youth of Dickinson and surrounding communities to the sport of cross country. Kids will have the chance to compete in their age group. Meets are held each Wednesday in September.
REGISTRATION: No pre-registration. Registration will be held at the meet from 3:45-4:25 pm.
RUNNING ORDER:
2025 RACE RESULTS:
- Grades K-2 (1/2 mile)
- Grades 3-4 (1/2 mile)
- Grades 5-6 (1 mile)
2025 RACE RESULTS:
- Sept 2, 9, 23, 30
- Wednesday
- 4:30 pm
CSI Investigation
Have you ever wanted to become a crime scene investigator? Now is your chance! In partnership with the Dickinson Police Department, we'll talk about difference aspects of CSI such as collecting evidence, dusting for fingerprints, and more!
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 10-18
- Registration Deadline is Wednesday prior to session
- July 13-16
- Mon-Thu
- 1:30-3:00 pm
Creative Lab
Creative Lab is a series of free art workshops for high school students in Region 8 of North Dakota, designed to provide accessible creative experiences for youth who may not normally have opportunities to participate in art programs. Program is funded through the Walmart Foundation (Region 8 Youth Initiative: Moonshot Taskforce)
Each workshop is designed as a stand-alone class, allowing students to attend any session without feeling behind. At the same time, the classes are linked through the theme:
“How Ideas Become Art.”
Students will explore observation, abstraction, symbolism, experimentation, and collaboration through hands-on projects that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression.
The program is designed to be welcoming for students of all skill levels, especially those who may not consider themselves “artistic.”
Program Structure
5 Workshops | 2 hours each. Each session follows a consistent format:
- Introduction and inspiration discussion • Creative warm-up activity • Guided art project • Group share and reflection
- 9-12
- Heart River Retreat
- FREE
Creative Connection
Do you enjoy building with your hands? If so, this is the perfect class for you! Over the course of four days, we’ll work together to assemble different wooden stem kits. At the end of the session, you’ll get to take home your completed builds!
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 10-18
- Registration Deadline: Wednesday prior to session
- June 22-25
- Mon-Thu
- 1:30-3:00 pm
Gamer Ascend
Join us for two thrilling weeks of competitive gaming in a tournament-style format! The week of June 15, players will face off in Madden and Super Smash Bros., and during the week of July 20, the action continues with Rocket League and Mario Kart. Show off your skills, climb the brackets, and compete for awesome prizes awarded to the top finishers in each game. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun challenge, these tournaments are the perfect way to connect, compete, and claim victory!
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 10-18
- Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to session.
- June 15-18
- July 20-23
- Mon-Thu
