Welcome to the official page for the City of Tulsa Park & Recreation Department! 🌿
City Chief of Parks, Culture & Recreation; Parks Director: Anna America
Mission & Vision Statement: To create, provide and preserve quality parks and recreation opportunities that meet community needs for the health and well-being of all Tulsa residents. Quick Facts: Tulsa Parks manages 135 parks covering roughly 6,553 acres. This includes the Redbud Valley Nature Preserve, two specialty centers,
06/07/2026
Hiring lifeguards for Tulsa Parks’ 2026 summer season! ☀ Starting at $13.50/hour, spend your summer working outdoors and serving your community. Great for teens, students, strong swimmers or anyone over the age of 16! 🌊
No lifeguard certification yet? We provide training and help you get certified. Returning staff can earn hiring incentives too! Start your summer with Tulsa Parks and apply today at: cityoftulsa.org/parks-summer-jobs
06/06/2026
‼️ Weekend Pool Closures: Reed and Chamberlain will be closed on Saturday, June 6. Lacy will be closed on Sunday, June 7. Stay turned for any new details!
06/05/2026
Meet the starts of the night at Oxley Nature Center's third annual Moth Night on Saturday, June 13! 🌙 From 8:30 - 11:30 p.m., meet hundreds of species using illuminated viewing stations, with Oxley Naturalists and moth experts to guide you! 🌟
This event is free, for all ages and no registration is required! Just bring you, your family and your curiosity! 💖
Learn more or register at: https://www.facebook.com/share/17kyKDFY8J/
06/04/2026
Week 1 of Tulsa Parks Summer Day Camp is in full swing at Hicks Park Community Center! ☀ Over 30 kids spent time early this week splashing around in the pool! Later in the week, the kids will visit Climb Tulsa and learn about K9 units from the Tulsa Police Department!
A couple of spots for Tulsa Parks Summer Day Camp are still available at Lacy Park & Community Center and Reed Park & Community Center as well as our Art Camp at WaterWorks Art Center! ❤ Register at: TulsaParks.RecDesk.com
06/03/2026
We rounded up our top seven things to do in Tulsa Parks this summer so you can make memories, take cute pics and enjoy the sunshine with your favorite people. 🌳☀️❤
Learn more about our summer programs, pool locations and more at: TulsaParks.RecDesk.com
06/02/2026
Test your local wildlife knowledge! 🧠✨ Scroll through the photos to see the answers. How many did you get right? We have so many different kinds of wildlife in our Tulsa Parks! 🌳🩷
06/02/2026
Whiteside Park & Community Center pool is closed for the rest of the day!
‼ Due to maintenance repairs, the Whiteside pool is closed for the rest of today, June 2! Stay tuned to our Facebook for any updates!
05/30/2026
‼️ Notice: Whiteside Park & Community Center pool will be closed Saturday, May 30, and Sunday, May 31, due to mechanical issues. Stay tuned for updates!
Get outside this summer and visit a Tulsa Park! ☀️🌳🩷 See you there!
05/28/2026
The wait is over! ☀🌊 Beat the heat starting this Saturday, May 30, from noon – 6 p.m. at anyof our five pools across Tulsa! 😎
Daily pool admission is $3 per person, and children under four enter free. For frequent swimmers, a 10‑visit pool pass is available for $15 and can be purchased at any Tulsa Parks pool.
Make this summer unforgettable by spending time at your local Tulsa Parks pool! 💧✨ To stay updated on hours, locations and special events, visit: cityoftulsa.org/government/departments/park-and-recreation/aquatics