Parks and Fields

Trails, Parks and Cycling

Ridgeland is home to several parks and fields for cookouts, camping, hiking, jogging, team sports & more. Come on out and play.

Freedom Ridge Park
235 West School Street
(601) 853-2011
Softball and soccer facilities, concession areas, covered pavilions, playgrounds and lighted walking trail.

Friendship Park
475 Lake Harbour Drive
(601) 853-2011
Picnic tables, grills, covered pavilion, lighted walking trails and playground.

Hite Walcott Park
201 McClellan Drive
(601) 853-2011
Youth baseball and softball complex, batting cages, playground and nature trail.

Midway Park
312 Midway Avenue
(601) 853-2011
Basketball court, picnic tables, grills, and playground.

Old Trace Park
Post Road at the Reservoir
(601) 856-6574
Covered pavilion, picnic tables, grills, playground and site of many special events and festivals.

Ridgeland Tennis Center
201 McClellan Drive
(601) 853-1115
Tournament site with 17 courts available for day and evening matches. Pro shop on site. Four pickleball courts have been added to two existing tennis courts with a cost of $3/person for 1.5 hours of play time.

Trails, Parks and Cycling picks

Art, Wine & Wheels set for April 30 – May 2, 2021

Mar 9, 2021 | Arts, Crafts and Culture, Food + Drink, Kids and Family, Shopping and Relaxing, Trails, Parks and Cycling

Spring festivals are safely returning and Ridgeland looks forward to hosting visitors and locals alike at its Art, Wine and Wheels weekend April 30 – May 2, 2021. Over the last twelve years, this exciting weekend in Ridgeland has grown to include fine arts and wine festivals with live music and great food, a 5K …

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Find Romance in Ridgeland

Feb 4, 2021 | Itinerary, Shopping and Relaxing

If we can say anything about the past year, it’s that we’ve grown closer to the ones we love more so than ever before. We’ve all earned some quality time OUTSIDE the home and with Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect time to treat you and the one you love to a night …

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A Guide to Ridgeland’s Libations Scene

Jan 22, 2021 | Food + Drink

Looking for the perfect libation for your next happy hour or date night? Look no further than Ridgeland. We’re sharing some of our local faves – just in time for the weekend and the end of “Dry January.” Ely’s Located in Olde Towne Ridgeland, Ely’s is a swanky, modern steakhouse serving up prime cuts, seafood …

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Planning the Perfect Family Weekend in Ridgeland for 2021

Jan 19, 2021 | Dining, Fishing Paddling and Boating, Kids and Family, Shopping and Relaxing

By all accounts, 2021 is shaping up to be a better year starting with the renewal of the family vacation. When it comes to shopping, sporting, scenery, and family togetherness, few places make for a more promising destination than Ridgeland! Family Sporting Ridgeland’s natural gems are too numerous to name, but The Natchez Trace …

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Resolution Revolution – Discover a New You in the New Year

Jan 5, 2021 | Fishing Paddling and Boating, Trails, Parks and Cycling

There’s no denying it: 2020 wasn’t the best year to start on a fitness journey. We worked from home, ate too much at home, and tried (however we could) to stay fit at home-all with mixed success. If 2020 left you feeling sluggish and worn down, you’re certainly not alone. Thankfully, the New Year gives …

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Hiking the Natchez Trace Parkway near Ridgeland

Dec 21, 2020 | Kids and Family, Trails, Parks and Cycling

With safety considerations in place, an hour or a day spent hiking along the Natchez Trace Parkway allows you to step back in time, often within reach of modern conveniences. Closer Than You Think Open daily from sunrise to sunset, the Chisha Foka Multi-Use Trail is a 10-mile paved path whose name pays tribute to …

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