East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation oversees a diverse system of parks, trails, athletic facilities, arenas, and community amenities that help make East Grand Forks a great place to live, work, and visit.

Our department manages:

• More than 20 parks and recreation areas
• Three indoor ice arenas
• Athletic fields and sports complexes
• The Greenway trail system
• Berm tree planting, maintenance, and removal
• Community gardens
• Resurrection Cemetery
• The East Grand Forks Senior Center
• Youth recreation programs
• Facility rentals and special events

From maintaining playgrounds and ballfields to organizing recreational opportunities throughout the year, our team works every day to provide safe, accessible, and enjoyable spaces where our community can gather, stay active, and create lasting memories.

Parks and recreation have long been an important part of life in East Grand Forks. As the community has grown and evolved, so has the park system, expanding from neighborhood green spaces into a network of parks, athletic facilities, trails, and community gathering places that serve residents throughout every season.

Over the years, the department has continued to invest in new amenities, facility improvements, and recreational opportunities that reflect the changing needs of our community. From modern playgrounds and improved athletic complexes to accessible river access at LaFave Park and ongoing arena improvements, East Grand Forks Parks & Recreation remains committed to preserving community traditions while planning for the future.

Today, the department continues to build on that legacy by maintaining high-quality facilities, offering diverse programs, and creating spaces where families, friends, and neighbors can connect.

To enrich the quality of life in East Grand Forks by providing safe, accessible, and well-maintained parks, facilities, programs, and recreational opportunities that promote health, community, and lifelong enjoyment.

Everything we do is guided by a commitment to serving our community with excellence.

Community

We create welcoming spaces and programs that bring people together and strengthen connections throughout East Grand Forks.

Stewardship

We responsibly care for public parks, facilities, and natural resources while planning for future generations.

Accessibility

We strive to ensure our parks, programs, and facilities are inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.

Recreation for All

We believe recreation should be available to every resident, regardless of age, ability, or interests.

Service

We are committed to providing friendly, responsive service and maintaining facilities our community can be proud of.