INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY
Kalida Park History
In 1959, the recently formed Kalida Lions Club saw a need for park facilities in the Village of Kalida. An area for a park was identified on the north side of the Village and the Lions soon signed the papers to purchase the land which became known as Lions Froggy Park.The Lions Club devoted many hours and funds over the years to develop this park.
In 2003,the park was reduced in size when the Lions and Village supported Kalida Schools in a community effort by donating Froggy Park property on the south side of Plum Creek to facilitate the building of a new High School.
Once again, the Kalida Lions stepped up to begin planning new park facilities to replace those lost, as well as improve the remaining north side of Froggy Park. The Kalida Athletic Boosters were also considering options for additional sports fields and soon became part of the planning of the new park. In 2008, an area for a new larger park was identified, and with the support of many individual donors, local businesses and organizations this new property was purchased. This new area became known as Four Seasons Park and development began in 2009 and continues even today. The park has many unique features and is truly a park for Four Seasons.
In 2015,Pioneer Park, a pocket park located on the square in downtown Kalida, was developed by the Kalida Area Chamber of Commerce.
In 2017, a horse farm property between Froggy Park and Four Seasons Park became available. This natural area was soon added to our park system and became known as Plum Creek Nature Area. Currently under construction is an elevated walkway that will offer scenic views through the Plum Creek Nature Area and will also connect Froggy Park and Four Seasons Park.Estimated completion for this walkway is late 2022.
The Kalida Park Foundation, in conjunction with the Village of Kalida, continues to maintain and develop these wonderful park facilities.
Four Seasons Park
St. Rt. 115 north of Kalida to Northland Drive
490 West Northland Drive, Kalida, Ohio 45853
(Four Seasons Park is located on both the North and South sides of Northland Drive)
PARK HOURS
-April-October: 6am-Midnight
-November-March: 6am-10pm
Call Village Office at 419-532-3899 to reserve shelters
Four Seasons Park North Side
AMENITIES
-Playground with poured in place rubber cushion
-GaGa Ball pit (Bring your own ball)
-Multiple soccer fields
-Pony League diamond
-Little League diamond
-Multiple parking lots
-Walking paths
-Future home of Kalida Local Schools Track & Field facility with construction beginning in 2022
UNIQUE FEATURE
Circle swing area with coin operated natural gas fire pit (Coming soon)
Four Seasons Park South Side
AMENITIES
-Separate restroom facility-fully accessible
-9 hole disc golf course
-Sledding hill
-Two permanent corn hole courts at each shelter (Bring your own beanbags)
-Playground with poured in place rubber cushion
-Walking paths
-Multiple parking areas
-1 Soccer Field
UNIQUE FEATURES
-2 acre lake includes: Fountain, patio overlook, walking path, arch bridge
-Emily’s Gazebo
-St. Isadore Memorial Wishing Well
-Eagle and Lion wood carvings
-Apple Butter Shed with Fire Pi
Pioneer Park
PIONEER PARK IS A POCKET PARK IN DOWNTOWN KALIDA
Located On The Square
-Close to downtown eateries: Dick’s, Pizzeria ,1820 BrewWerks, Wibby’s
AMENITIES
-Round picnic table seating for up to 48. Some tables with umbrellas
-Additional bench seating along mural wall
-Stage
UNIQUE FEATURES
-Brick paver compass as centerpiece of patio area
-Pioneer Days Mural by renowned artist Oscar Velazquez
-Ohio History Connection marker commemorating 150 years of Pioneer Days (Coming in 2022)
EVENTS HELD HERE
-Memorial Day services
-Event Area for Pioneer Days
-Kalida Area Chamber of Commerce Social Sundays
Lions Froggy Park
Next to Kalida High School on St.Rt.115 North
605 Napoleon Road, Kalida, Ohio 45853
PARK HOURS
April through October: 6am-Midnight
November through March: 6am-10pm
SHELTER
No reservations taken for this shelter-first come-first served
-1 Accessible Shelter-picnic table seating for at least 48 inside of shelter, plus 40 more on concrete outside of shelter. Includes outside BBQ grill.
AMENITIES
-Concrete parking lot for approximately 75 Vehicles -Accessible Restrooms and Parking
-Concrete walking paths
-Playground with loose rubber cushion
-Combination Tennis/Pickleball/Volleyball/Basketball Courts
-3 Pickleball Only Courts
-2 Shuffleboard Courts (Bring your own equipment)
-1 Four Square Game
-2 Little Slugger Baseball Fields
-1 Soccer Field(in season)
UNIQUE FEATURES
-Plum Creek meanders through park with adjacent concrete walking path
-Accessible overlook for viewing sports fields
Plum Creek Nature Area
Plum Creek Nature Area & Connector Path is currently under construction. Anticipated completion date is late 2022.We look forward to showcasing this beautiful new addition to our park system at that time.
