City Parks and Recreation

Welcome to Milbank Parks and Recreation

Park and Recreation Board Meeting Agenda and Minutes

The Milbank Park & Recreation Department is responsible for quality recreational programming for all ages, as well as upkeep of city parks and the city cemetery.

Program offerings include a summer recreational program for area youth, as well as programming for all age levels. The department partners with other organizations to offer sports programming and special events.

The department also operates Unity Health & Fitness, a 24-hour fitness center including an indoor pool.  Visitors welcome. 

Fitness Center / Recreation Program Sign-up

Unity Health and Fitness

Sign up for Recreation Programs Click Here

Location: 904 E 4th Ave. Milbank • (605) 432-9236

Variety of fun-filled activities including indoor pool/water slide, basketball, and racquetball.  Complete fitness center which includes weight lifting, cardo, and strength training.

Unity Heath and Fitness Information

Milbank Trail Plan

The City of Milbank values outdoor activity and connecting neighborhoods within the city.  Increased trails would improve quality of life, and assist with safe and accessible areas for pedestrians and bicyclists.  We are currently working on securing a trail grant which would aid in developing “Trail 5”. 

Park Bench Donation Options

Download Bench Donation Form Here

Forms and payment can be mailed to:

City of Milbank

1001 E 4th Ave, Suite 301

Milbank, SD  57252

(605) 432-9575

Maintenance Free Bench Option

Concrete Base/Cedar Bench Option

Milbank Parks

Milbank Dog Park

Location: Fair Street – North on Main Street where Diggs Avenue curves to the left, turn right on Fair Street, cross the bridge, go around the curve and its on your left.

The Milbank Dog Park is located in the north part of town near Whetstone Creek.  The fenced location allows dogs to play on both a grass area and has pea rock in the dog agility playground section.  Benches and picnic tables are available for visiting and resting.

 

Flynn Park (Pond, Pickleball, Skatepark)

Location: North of Milbank Visitor Center (1001 E 4th Ave)

Flynn Park is located behind the Milbank Visitor Center. The pond and water fountain provide a calm and relaxing atmosphere for visitors as they stroll along the walking path. Take a break on the beautiful green lawn or in the shaded picnic shelter.  Flynn Park is named after a long-time attorney and city resident, Leo P. Flynn. His donations have helped contribute to many beautiful attractions within the City.

Hurley Park (Splash Pad and Ice Skating Rink)

Location: 810 Jefferson Drive

 

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South of High School on Jefferson Drive

Hurley Park provides entertainment for all seasons. Relax in the grass or at the covered shelters and watch the kids play at the splash pad or bundle up for winter and check out the ice skating rink. The small log cabin contains restrooms and a warming area during the cool months.

Jack and Jill Park (Basketball Court, Playground)

Location: 501 S 1st Street

On 5th Avenue between 1st and 2nd Street.

Jack & Jill Park is centrally located one block south of Highway 12. Surrounded by a residential area, this park offers a great family environment. Basketball courts and grass areas are great for older children and the large playground area focuses on younger children. A shaded picnic shelter and restrooms are available.

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Lake Farley Park (Playground, Walking Path, Legion Field, Campground)

Location: 302 N Dakota Street

Lake Farley is one of Milbank’s most beautiful areas. This large park offers entertainment and fun for individuals of all ages. Several different playgrounds are available for children, as well as a swimming beach with dock. Picnic shelters across the park are accessible for relaxation, family picnics, or event gatherings. A path around the park is great for walking, jogging, or biking.  Restrooms are available near the playground and beach.

This manmade lake was named after an active community volunteer and councilman, John Stanley Farley. The lake and dam provided the needed source of water for operating the steam locomotives that fueled the railroad train. 

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Pribyl Park (Disc Golf, Playgrounds, Softball, Baseball, Flag Football)

Location: 1133 Sawrey Drive (Sawrey Drive & 12th Ave)

Pribyl Park is a large park on the south end of Milbank. This park is equipped with two softball fields, a baseball field, Skate Park, Disc Golf Course, and small playground area. Take a stroll on Schreiner Trail or spend time with friends and family in the large grass areas. Pribyl Park also has a picnic shelter, restrooms, and concession area.  Disc Golf – 18 hole course with a mix of long and short holes that play near a drainage ditch, in between other park amenities. Water can be present on the course depending on the time of the year.

This 32 acre park was named after Darell Pribyl for his many years of work developing and caring for city parks.

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cantine_courtsCantine Courts

Location: Dexter Avenue near Unity Health & Fitness and the Milbank City Cemetery

Four tennis courts, small picnic shelter, and playground area offer enjoyment and entertainment.

Cantine Courts is named after Milbank businessman, Larry Cantine, for his dedication and appreciation for the sport of tennis.

 

Mill Park

Location: 4th Avenue & Flynn Drive

Built by English settler Henry Hollands in 1884, the Milbank Grist Mill was completely reconstructed in 2009. This piece of history stands forty-four feet high and is fitted with four sails seven feet wide and thirty feet long. Tours and live demonstrations are available several times a year.