West Des Moines, IA
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Administrative Office
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Administrative Office
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Phone:(515) 222-3444
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Fax:(515) 222-3459
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Email: parkrec@wdm.iowa.gov
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Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, M-F
Staff Contact Info
Events
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
12/18/2025 5:30 PM
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
01/15/2026 5:30 PM
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
02/19/2026 5:30 PM
Parks & Recreation
We provide our community everyday enjoyment through people, parks, and programs!
West Des Moines Parks and Recreation oversees 1,587 acres of parkland consisting of 31 parks, special use facilities, a natural resource area, greenways, and 81 miles of paved multi-purpose trails. The department provides a wide variety of recreational services, including operating a full-service community center, softball complex, two outdoor
aquatic centers, sprayground, nature lodge, dog park, archery facility, amphitheater, boathouse, and recreation complex. Program areas
include adult sports, youth introductory sports, nature programs, active adult programs, aquatics, travel, martial arts, arts and culture, and special events.
WDM Parks and Recreation Program Guide
Winter/Spring 2026
Registration begins on Tuesday, November 4, at 8 am
Questions? Call 515-222-3444 or email ParkRec@wdm.iowa.gov
Monthly Department Highlights
