• Wilson Park

    1. Address:298 9th St.
      West Des Moines, IA 50265
    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. Restroom Building
    11. Shelter - first come, first serve
    12. Soccer/Playfield
    Categories:
    1. Parks

Wilson Park is a peaceful community space with deep roots in West Des Moines history. Originally known as the east end of Holiday Park, this area offers a perfect blend of active recreation and quiet green space, serving as a key link in the city's trail network.

A Legacy of Service

The park was renamed in 2001 to honor Don Wilson for his decades of dedication to the West Des Moines Park Advisory Board. Serving since the 1950s, Mr. Wilson played a pivotal role in the acquisition of the land that residents now enjoy as Holiday Park and Wilson Park.

Park Amenities & Features

  • Picnic Shelter: A shaded shelter with a grill, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Playgrounds: Dedicated structures for toddlers (ages 2–5) and older children (ages 5–12).
  • Tennis & Pickleball: A non-lit tennis court that is also striped for Pickleball play.
  • Basketball: A non-lit court for neighborhood games and practice.
  • Trail Connection: Direct access to the paved trail system leading into Holiday Park.
  • Open Playfield: A large grassy area featuring a softball backstop.
  • Restrooms: Facilities are open seasonally from April 15 – October 15, weather permitting.
  • Parking: A dedicated onsite lot for easy access to the park and trails.

    • Explore the Park

    View the Wilson Park Map

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