• Willow Springs Park

    A sunny outdoor view of the Willow Springs Park playground equipment, featuring a green slide, blue accents, and a colorful shade structure, surrounded by green trees.
    1. Address:5685 Wistful Vista Drive
      West Des Moines, IA 50266
    2. Phone:515-222-3444
    Amenities:
    1. Backstop
    2. Grill
    3. Multi-Use Trail
    4. Non-Lighted Basketball Court
    5. Non-Lighted Tennis Court(s)
    6. Parking Lot
    7. Pickleball Striped Court
    8. Picnic Tables
    9. Play Equipment
    10. Public Artwork
    11. Restroom Building
    12. Shelter - first come, first serve
    13. Soccer/Playfield
    Categories:
    1. Parks

Willow Springs Park is an 8-acre neighborhood gem serving the Westridge and Ponderosa Valley communities. Opened in 1999, the park was recently renovated with a cheerful hot air balloon-themed playground and has a seamless connection to the regional trail system.

Environmental Innovation

A unique feature of Willow Springs is the bioswale along the northern edge. This natural filtration system captures sediment from stormwater before it reaches Ponderosa Creek, protecting the local wildlife and the health of the greater Des Moines watershed.

Park Amenities & Features

  • Playgrounds: Features accessible, themed play areas for toddlers (ages 2–5) and older children (ages 5–12).
  • Tennis & Pickleball: A non-lit tennis court that is also striped for Pickleball.
  • Picnic Shelter: A shaded shelter with a grill, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Basketball: A non-lit court perfect for neighborhood games.
  • Trails: A .38-mile paved loop that connects directly to the Westridge Greenway Trail.
  • Public Art: Home to the American Dreamer community sculpture.
  • Open Playfield: A large grassy area featuring a softball backstop.
  • Restrooms: Facilities are open seasonally from April 15 – October 15.
  • Parking: A dedicated onsite lot for easy park access.

    • Explore the Park

    View the Willow Springs Park Map

     

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