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Parks & Greenspace
The City of Beaumont is committed to the beauty, health, and environment of the community through thoughtful planning and maintenance of green spaces in parks, along roadways, and city-wide. The Department is responsible for the grounds and equipment in 36 City parks, the landscaping of 65-plus sites around city-owned buildings such as the Julie Rogers Theatre and the Downtown Event Centre, the downtown sidewalks, 3 miles of Calder Avenue in the Historic District, and more than 600 acres of highway medians.
The Parks and Greenspace Management Department is dedicated to the goal of sustainability in green space management and urban forestry. This is accomplished by reducing or avoiding the use of toxic chemicals and pesticides and adopting Earth-Kind landscaping methods.
Earth-Kind Landscaping is a program developed by Texas A&M University to improve planting practices, conserve water, and protect the environment. It uses research-proven techniques and combines the best of organic and traditional landscaping principles to create a horticultural system based on real-world effectiveness and environmental responsibility.
Earth-Kind landscaping encourages:
- Landscape water conservation
- Reduction of fertilizer and pesticide use
- Landscaping for energy conservation
- Reduction of landscape wastes entering landfills
In addition to the Earth-Kind methodology, the Department also follows the Bee City USA framework by incorporating pollinator-friendly plants into the landscape and protecting plants from pesticides.
Find a Park
Did you know there are 38 parks in the City of Beaumont? And we take care of them all! From the mowing to the planting, the beauty you see is manicured by our staff.
Pools & Splashpads
Did you know that there are two free public pools and 10 free public splash pads in the City of Beaumont? Facilities are maintained by the Parks and Greenspace Department and open seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Check out 12 Spots to Cool Off This Summer.
Parks Maintenance
Litter Clean-Up
The Parks and Greenspace Department is responsible for picking up roadside trash from all city parks, city streets, and highway medians/ditches in Beaumont. Sign up if you're interested in participating in a volunteer clean-up day and commit to keeping the City green and clean!
If interested in volunteering, please complete the Parks and Greenspace Volunteer Sign-Up form.
Urban Forestry
Trees intercept and absorb stormwater, reducing runoff and soil erosion. This is particularly helpful given the flood issues the City experiences. Trees help clean the air by absorbing and storing carbon, removing it from the atmosphere. Trees can screen out noise pollution. They also provide a habitat for wildlife, which is very important in an urban setting. The Parks and Greenspace Management Department is working to correct the decline in the number and the health of canopy tree stock throughout the city over recent decades as a result of the natural age process and severe weather conditions.
Read more about Urban Forestry on the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension - Earthkind page.
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Kenneth Raggette
Director of Parks and GreenspacePhone: 409-861-1929, ext. 3209
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Milton Zachary
Parks SuperintendentPhone: 409-838-3613, ext. 1223
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Parks & Greenspace
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Outdoors in Beaumont
Hike, Bike, and Paddle.
- Can I reserve a park?
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You cannot reserve an entire park, as those are open to the entire community, but you can reserve a park shelter or community center.
- Can I have a party in the park? What is allowed?
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Yes, parties are allowed, provided that all ordinances are followed. You can have a jump house and/or a tent, but we do not provide electricity or water. You will need to provide your own power. No personal grills or alcohol are permitted in any city park.
- Can I have alcohol in the park?
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Alcohol is not allowed in city parks or community buildings, unless it is a City-sponsored event such as Oktoberfest, for example.
- Can I reserve a park shelter?
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Park shelters are available all over the city on a first, come first serve basis. They are covered and offer seating with trashcans. They can be reserved for no charge by calling 409-839-3613.
- Where are the community centers? How do I reserve one?
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There are four community centers at Alice Keith, Central Park, John Paul Davis, and Rogers Park. Community centers come equipped with a kitchen (no stove), refrigerator, 200 chairs, 30 six-foot tables, and restrooms. They can be reserved for a fee by calling 409-839-3613 or submitting the booking inquiry form.
- What facilities are available for residents?
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The City of Beaumont has 36 parks, 10 splash pads, four community centers, two pools, two hike and bike trails, one golf course, one dog park, one activity center, and one tennis center. Check out our Parks and Recreation Guide (PDF) to learn more.
- What sports can I play in Beaumont?
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A lot! There's tennis, basketball, baseball, softball, track, archery, disc golf, futsal, pickleball, and plenty of other team and individual sports to participate in. Learn more on the Recreation page.
- When are the pools/splash pads open? Where are they?
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Alice Keith Pool, Magnolia Pool and the 10 splash pads are open seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day pending no staffing issues with lifeguards.
- When can I sign up for summer camp?
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Camp registration typically opens in early April for two sessions - June and July. It is available for children ages 5 to 12 on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- What parks are being upgraded/when will my playground equipment be replaced?
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Every year, the City invests in improvements. In 2023, there was a 1.4 million dollar budget allocated to 11 Parks projects. Follow City Council for updates on specific projects and timelines.
Our Native Foliage
We pride ourselves on the preservation of native foliage and habitats. Not only is Beaumont located on two of the four U.S. migratory bird flyways, but we also have unique flora and fauna you can only find in Southeast Texas.
Texas lantana is an excellent food source for many nectaring butterflies, especially swallowtails, hairstreaks, skippers, sulphurs, and brush-foot butterflies. It is also a crucial food source for the larva of the Lantana Scrub-Hairstreak butterfly. Birds relish the seeds, and bees use the nectar in honey production!
Did you know? Beaumont is a designated Bee City. This means we're committed to conserving pollinators by providing them with a healthy habitat filled with a variety of native plants and nesting sites and protecting them from pesticides and fertilizers. The benefits to the community include preserving a vital species for the ecosystem, improving local food production, combating pests, supporting small businesses, and building a community committed to biological diversity and sustainability. Read more on Beecityusa.org.
Find out more information by reading the City's Resolution (PDF).
Projects & Updates
In 2023, the Beaumont City Council approved a $1.4 million budget for Parks improvements. Here, you can see current projects, timelines, and updates.
Riverfront Park
Unfortunately in 2017, Hurricane Harvey left the Riverfront Park damaged and unusable. We have been working hard to bring life back to the park, and we're one step closer now! FEMA is funding the majority of the project, and a contract was awarded to Callan Marine, Ltd. in January 2023.
Tentative timeline:
Start: March 2023
Completion: September 2024
Check out a YouTube video of the 3D Rendering.
Pear Orchard
The Historic Pear Orchard neighborhood has been a vital community in Beaumont for over 100 years. We plan to bring back the iconic pear trees and fig trees that once dotted the backyards of this neighborhood in South Beaumont, and plan to create edible gardens in food deserts around the City. Check back here for updates!
Charlton-Pollard Park
In February 2023, ExxonMobil Beaumont presented the City with a $100K check to go towards Parks and Recreation's restoration of the Charlton-Pollard Park playground and discussed a future recycling initiative. Check back here for updates!