ROSCOMMON COMMUNITY PARK AND PUMP TRACK
The Village of Roscommon has transformed into the region’s go-to spot
for active families, thanks to the addition of a 21,000-square-foot paved
“pump track,” a specialized pathway designed for any device on wheels,
including bikes, scooters, skateboards, and wheelchairs. Our $820,000
grant from the state’s Land and Water Conservation Fund completed
phase one upgrades to the former Metro Park, on George Street in the
village and with changes so significant, the park has suitably been renamed
ROSCOMMON AREA COMMUNITY PARK AND PUMP TRACK.
Unlike traditional trails or bike paths, a pump track is a skills course that
allows anyone on wheels to ride a circuit of bumps and banked turns. A
pump track is designed in a continuous loop circuit of intentional bumps,
called rollers, and banked turns, called berms, that allow users to generate
speed by “pumping”— going up and down the features — instead of
pedaling a bike or pushing with a foot. They are designed for wheeled
devices such as bikes, skateboards, and scooters, and are considered fun
for various skill levels. In addition, the tracks are intended to encourage
balance and control skills. The park’s new paved circuit is so popular,
there are kids on it from dawn to dusk. Though it’s available for users of
any non-motorized device on wheels, bikes are the wheeled preference.
The RARA provides a variety of bikes and helmets in their onsite “Bike
Library” on loan for park visitors who want to try it but don’t have bikes of
their own.
The pump track is the only attraction on site. The other recent
improvements include a basketball court, relocation of the parking area to
improve traffic flow and access to park amenities; ADA parking spots and
full park access; a 35ft covered pavilion, picnic tables, and on site library.
All of these areas are interconnected with sidewalks and benches placed
throughout the park area and a 6-foot-wide hard surface walking pathway
that surrounds the park. The park is also home to Roscommon St.
Helen Little League with three ball fields, a baseball, softball and t-ball
field.
Park Ordinances:
Roscommon Community park shall close and is vacated each and every evening by 10:00 pm (EST) for dark whichever comes first.
Prohibited are the following: Camping, tree climbing, climbing on buildings or amenities (benches and tables).
Alcohol is prohibited in the park with exception of a special permit.
Dogs are permitted in Roscommon Community Park and subject to the state and county Leash Laws.
Any law enforcement is authorized to issue a warning or civil infraction to any person in violation of this ordinance.
Park Rental:
Our park pavilions are available for rent from May to September. Contact our team directly for further information on permits. Refunds are not processed for inclement weather.
NOT permitted for use for rentals:
Inflatables, tents/tables/chairs (rented from companies), trailers, concessions, petting farms/zoos, ponies, motorized entertainment, water features, DJs, bands/musical entertainment, games rented by vendors, ground fires, and vehicles are not allowed on park grounds.
Pavilion & Concession Stand Rates:
Pavilions with Electricity (minimum 5-hour rental): $15 per hour
Metro Park History 1969-2014
Metro Park was the first holding of the Recreation Authority in
1970. Over the years the park was developed and now is in a new
phase of reconstruction. In 2004 the then RMRA had a 5-year
development of pavilion, accessible restrooms, 3 ball fields, picnic
area concession, storage faculties, and parking. Field development
was funded by Roscommon Rotary, Little League, Roscommon Lions
Club, Zonta, Weyerhaeuser, and community donations. The
Roscommon St. Helen Little League built dugouts on each field,
added batting cages, bullpens, and completed fencing around the
T-ball field.
In 2013 the aging tennis and basketball courts and old playground
were removed. With community funding and volunteer support, a
playground was installed and increased from 4,000 square feet to
12,000 square feet. It has a universal design (handicap accessible)
and includes age-appropriate play equipment as well as the
addition of security cameras.
