Phelps Grove Park

This community park featuring ball fields and picnic spots is bordered by a creek and WPA-era stone bridges.

A rural park of 245 acres just northwest of Springfield municipal boundaries. Playground, picnic pavilion, paths, woodlands, lake, streams, sand volleyball court, and archery range are among the amenities available.

Cruse Dog Park is Springfield, Missouri's first off-leash dog park. The park, which was officially 'unleashed' in November 2008, is a 6-acre, enclosed playground where dogs can run, play, interact, and exercise off-leash.

Bark Yard is a one-of-a-kind gathering spot for dog lovers. An off-leash dog park on 3+ acres of lovely green area with mature trees and walking pathways, as well as a bar terrace providing a complete menu of food, beer, and wine, are among the amenities. Bark Yard also provides dog daycare and boarding services seven days a week.