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• Map showing parks, sports fields and green spaces

In its early days, Olds was known locally as "Hay City" due to the abundant hay crops harvested annually. We have paid tribute to our early heritage by naming our trail system the "Hay City Trails". The trail system consists of both paved and unpaved trails, and trail routes incorporate our town streets.

• Trails Map
• Deer Ridge Trails Map

Skate Park Concept Plan
The Town of Olds is pleased to announce that New Line Skatepark has been awarded the design and build contract for the new skate/BMX park project. You can still share your ideas with us! Here’s how:

• Go to www.newlineskateparks.com
• Click on "Forum"
• Click on "Town of Olds" If you are prompted for a Password, enter "tospark1".
• Click on "Share your Design Ideas Here!" to read what others have posted. To post a reply, click on "PostReply". If you are prompted for a Username and password, enter username "Town of Olds" and password "skateparkolds".

Centennial Park is in the heart of Olds, close to the downtown area. Canada Day celebrations are held in the park on 1 July, and each year it’s also the site of our Olds Fashioned Christmas Light Up Festival, the last Saturday of November.

There are paved trails throughout Centennial Park. Check out the Horseshoe Pits at the south end!

Reserving Centennial Park Facilities
Are you having a Wedding, business gathering, or other medium- to large-sized event where you plan to use the Gazebo, Cookshack or space in Centennial Park? This park and all Town parks are public spaces and are open to the public at all times, so to avoid any conflicts or disappointment, call the Town of Olds Community Services department to book these facilities. We will post "reserved" signs in the park for you once you notify us of your event. There is no charge to use any parks facilities. Call Community Services at 403.507.4844 to book.

Centennial Park is a great place for a family picnic, and the Gazebo and Cookhouse are available for private functions. The Gazebo is very popular for weddings! Both facilities have electrical outlets, with full washroom facilities nearby.

Sports Fields are located at the following locations in town:

• Centennial Park (soccer)
• O.R. Hedges Park (baseball)
• Deer Meadow School (playing fields, track)
• Olds Elementary School (playing fields)
• Olds Jr/Sr High School (playing fields, track, tennis)
• Olds College (soccer, tennis)
• South East Industrial Area - Elks sports fields

Olds features over 100 acres of parks, playgrounds and green spaces. Make sure your children play safely - click here for a Playground Safety Checklist.

• Handicap Access - Horizon School - 5401 53 St
• Centennial - 50 Ave and 53 St
• Hartman Green - 56 Ave and 53 St
• Frank Wong Memorial - Shannon Dr
• Beech Cres - 63 Ave and 53 St
• Craig's Corner Memorial - 48 Ave and Highway 27 (NEW playground equipment 2007)
• Ralph Maybank Memorial - 56 Ave and 50 St
• Richards Cres - Richards Cres
• Neil Leatherdale Park - 54 Ave and 43 St
• Herb Samis Park - 46 St and 50 Ave
• Skateboard Park - TBA - contact the Community Services department for more info!

Outdoor Skating Rinks may be made at the discretion of the Community Services department in the following parks, weather permitting:

• Centennial Park
• Neil Leatherdale Park