Witmer Park in Des Moines, Iowa
Witmer Park was dedicated in the fall of 2023 after several years of upgrades. The new neighborhood playground equipment is inviting to kids of all ages. My kids loved how it felt like a traditional structure but had special little elements spread throughout. They loved playing on the ropes to climb on and playing on the roller slide. They also appreciated the small little hill behind the playground. It was the perfect place to play King of the Mountain.
Witmer Park is a nature getaway in the middle of the city. The 19 acres are a delight to explore. The stocked pond features a floating fishing pier. The large paved loops around the park are the perfect place to get steps in and also to bird watch.
Address
Witmer Park is located at 1610 34th St in Des Moines, 1/2 mile from Drake University.
Basic Park Details
Type: Places to play, places to play tennis and pickleball, places to fish
Bathrooms: Yes, seasonal flushable restrooms, drinking fountain
Shade: Shaded throughout the park, not near the playground
Playground: 5-12 year old playground
Trails: paved large loop around the park
Water: None
Official website: https://www.dsm.city/business_detail_T6_R98.php
Park Amenities
- Two open-air picnic shelters, available for rent
- Tennis courts (with pickleball lines)
- Large open field
- Backstop
- Parking lot near pond, street parking near playground
- Wood chips surfacing
- Stocked pond with floating dock
- Swings ( traditional, baby swing, molded bucket swings)
Located Near Witmer Park
Located just 1/2 mile from Witmer Park is the well-known neighborhood. Check out these other places nearby!
- Classic ice cream shop, Snookies, 1810 Beaver Ave. This is a family favorite for all!
- Up Beaver Ave, you’ll also find Beaverdale Books, 2629 Beaver Ave, which is also dearly loved by my family.
