Jennerjohn Park is a 25 acre park located in the heart of Greenville. As one of Greenville’s most popular parks, it has a lot to offer! It’s existing facilities include a pavilion, grills, picnic tables, casual play baseball field, tennis courts, off street parking, playground, Heritage Fountain, natural trails, and access to the recreational trail system. In the winter, there’s a sledding hill, ice skating rink and cross country ski trails.
At almost 11 feet tall, the Heritage Fountain has been a focal point at Jennerjohn Park since it was installed in 2004. It is made of solid granite and features a soaring eagle at the top. The brick plaza surrounding the fountain includes memorial bricks and benches, stone walls, and beautiful landscaping. Though there is no swimming, standing, or throwing money into the fountain, it is still the perfect place to relax and enjoy some nature!
Just south of the Heritage Fountain, you’ll find the playground. The playground at Jennerjohn Park is the biggest, and probably most popular, playground in Greenville. There are three different playground areas to choose from. The play areas total approximately 9,800 square feet and include equipment to slide, climb, ride, and swing. You will also find diggers and a metal fire truck for “driving” and climbing in the sand area.
To the north of the tennis courts is a beautiful prairie that surrounds a stormwater pond. A grass walking trail runs through the prairie and around the pond with a wood chipped segment through a wooded area. The prairie was planted 5 years ago and is well established, bringing many benefits to the area.
From recreation to leisure, Jennerjohn park has something to offer everyone! What’s your favorite thing to do there?
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