Parks

"Provide diverse opportunities for the community while heightening their awareness of

recreation and leisure pursuits as we continue to strategically plan for future needs."

                                                                                               Covington Parks and Recreation

 
Park areas play an integral part in the total parks and recreation program offerings for our citizens. Here is a list of our parks from largest to smallest:

Cobb-Parr Memorial Park

The largest park in the Covington area, Cobb-Parr Memorial Park houses many special facilities and serves the most serious recreation enthusiast. Local sports leagues, and park user groups assist the city in providing organized recreation opportunities for the citizens of Covington and Tipton County. The park is used for many special community events including the Tipton County Bar-B-Q Festival held each year in the fall.

Some 80 acres encompass the park area, the Covington Integrated Arts Academy and the Tipton County Alternative Learning Center grounds. This unique school-park recreation area is a focal point for the entire community.

The history of the park is one of community involvement and dedication of local citizens striving to increase recreation opportunities. In 1954, the Covington Jaycees purchased farm land from J. J. Whitley to develop a community park. Jaycee members, under the leadership of Jerol Hopkins, Petie Watkins and Charlie Moss, started clearing efforts and a picnic area was completed. Over 50 years have passed and the development in Cobb-Parr Memorial Park continues.  Located on Hwy 51 South near Bert Johnston Ave.

Project Play
One of the newest facilities is Project Play, located within the boundaries of Cobb-Parr Memorial Park. The unique facility was built by volunteers who contributed money and time to its construction. The playground is open daily from sun-up to sun-down and is for young children only.

Frazier Park
Is a 10 acre city park that offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation experiences. The area is open year-round to the public and offers the following amenities:

- 1/2 mile fitness trail with exercise stations

- 3 playground areas (1 for special populations)
- 2 lighted outdoor basketball courts, softball field with concession stand and restrooms.
- 2 picnic pavilions with tables (available on a first-come, first served basis)

Once a school campus, Frazier Park is the home site for several community agencies, including the West Tennessee Headstart Program, Children and Family Services, and the Frazier Alumni Association. These groups assist the city by providing organized recreation programs to youth of all ages. Annual special events include the Frazier Fun Fest held in June –– a celebration of community pride, heritage, cultural arts and education; and the Frazier Alumni Association 4th of July Family Picnic.  Located at N. College and Long Ave.

Shelton Park
Shelton Park is a small one acre garden park nestled between beautiful trees and landscaping. A lighted Gazebo offers a perfect spot for weddings, concerts, and other outdoor community gatherings. Picnic tables are available. Shelton Park is the focus of the Covington Parks and Recreation Department's Earth Day Celebration in April. Educational displays and other information on environmental protection are made available to local citizens. Gazebo rentals are available by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at 476-1107. Security deposits and rental fees may apply.  Located at Hwy 51 S. and Church St.

Patriot Park
This park was dedicated on Nov. 11, 2004. Centerpiece to this park is an A-4L Skyhawk Attack Bomber. This bomber was utilized extensively during the Vietnam Conflict and was developed to provide better ground attack and support services.
Around 1995, efforts began to obtain a Skyhawk Attack Bomber. The Tipton County Veterans’ Council envisioned the bomber as a compliment to the planned Tipton County Museum,, Veterans’ Memorial, and Nature Center and was to be placed nearby. In 1996, the bomber was procured and subsequently loaned to the City of Covington by the National Museum of Naval Aviation. The bomber underwent extensive renovation. The name of Captain Nels Tanner was added to the jet as a permanent tribute to this Tipton County hero’s service during the Vietnam Conflict. Captain Tanner was piloting a similar aircraft when he was shot down over North Vietnam on Oct. 9, 1966. He was captured and spent almost seven years incarcerated in Hanoi as a Prisoner of War.  Located at Hwy 51 S. and Pleasant Ave.

Park on the Square
Is located on the North side of Court Square. This park will provide a relaxing place for downtown visitors to come and relax.