Each year the Fargo Park District dedicates time and resources to enhancing the parks system in the "City of Parks." Below learn more about current, future and completed park district projects throughout Fargo. The list below includes capital improvements, rehabilitation and other projects. Note: Projects with a status of current means the project has been approved by the Fargo Park Board.
For questions on any of the projects listed below, please contact the Fargo Park District at 701-499-6060 or info@fargoparks.com.
To request service at a park or provide feedback on a specific location, please use the Public Feedback Form.
To request the addition of a project to the Capital Improvement Plan, please use the Capital Project Prioritization Form.
Current Projects
Status: Current
Location: Various parks
Estimated Completion: Ongoing
Project Overview:
With Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) confirmed within Fargo city limits, the Fargo Park District is actively working with city and state officials to help slow the spread of the invasive species throughout Fargo’s parks, trails and green spaces.
The Fargo Park District currently cares for over 26,000 trees, of which roughly 3,500 or 14% are ash trees. For the past ten years, the Fargo Park District Forestry team has been actively removing ash trees in poor condition and diversifying park tree species to help mitigate a possible EAB infestation. The City of Moorhead has issued quarantine procedures to help slow the spread of the pest.
The Fargo Park's EAB mitigation strategy includes removing small ash trees, those with a stem diameter at breast height of less than or equal to 8" and replace those removed the following year. Approximately 700 ash trees will be treated chemically on a biannual rotation to preserve them and prevent decline from EAB infestation. This will maintain a population of about 1400-2000 ash trees in the Fargo park system.
To view a map of trees that are marked for removal or treatment, visit the links below. Each colored dot annotates a tree that will be removed and subsequently replaced.
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2026
Status: Current
Location: Lions Conservancy Park
Estimated Completion: Parking Lot: June 5, 2026 | Trail Upgrades: July 10, 2026
Project Overview: The project replaces the old, degraded parking lot with an ADA-accessible trailhead that provides a safer, more functional destination for visitors. It also incorporates a new trail connection between Lions Conservancy and Iwen Park.
The parking lot to the park will be CLOSED during the project timeline
Status: Current
Location: Longfellow Park
Estimated Completion: June 12, 2026
Project Overview: Remove and replace the deteriorating asphalt parking lot on the west side of the park with new asphalt surfacing, improving overall condition, usability, and durability.
The Longfellow Park Recycling Drop Site will be CLOSED during the duration of this project.
Status: Current
Location: Oak Grove Park
Estimated Completion: August 7, 2026
Project Overview: Upgrade the existing deteriorated asphalt roadway by reconstructing it with concrete, incorporating designated permanent parking areas, improved accessibility features, and enhanced pedestrian crosswalks for increased safety.
Driving access through Oak Grove Park will be CLOSED for the duration of the project.
Status: Current
Location: Unicorn Park
Estimated Completion: June 5, 2026
Project Overview: Improvements at Unicorn Park are focused on enhancing safety, functionality, and overall user experience. The project includes the removal of the existing half-court basketball court to make way for a new shelter pad that will provide shaded seating and improve site usability for visitors. In addition, the aging warming house will be demolished as part of ongoing efforts to address neighborhood safety concerns. Together, these updates support a more open, accessible, and welcoming park environment.
Future Projects
Status: Future | Starting June 2026
Location: Tharaldson Baseball Complex
Expected Completion: August 2026
Project Overview: Remove/relocate the existing playground and construct a new, durable, high-quality playground incorporating a baseball-themed design consistent with the adjacent baseball fields, aimed at increasing play value and enhancing the overall user experience.
Status: Future | Starting June 2026
Location: Sports Arena
Expected Completion: Late July 2026
Project Overview: Remove and replace the outdated entry area at the Fargo Sports Arena with a safe and accessible entrance for all users.
Status: Future | Starting July 2026
Location: North Softball Complex
Expected Completion: Late July 2026
Project Overview: Construct two new shelter pads near the south parking lot, providing shaded seating areas and improving overall comfort and usability of the site.
Status: Future | Starting Late-July 2026
Location: Lindenwood Park
Expected Completion: Mid-September 2026
Project Overview: Remove and replace the existing asphalt with new, durable asphalt parking lot surfacing featuring improved safe and accessible entryways.
Status: Future | Starting August 2026
Location: Pepsi Soccer Complex
Expected Completion: August 2026
Project Overview: Construct two new shelter pads within the complex, providing shaded seating areas and improving overall comfort and usability of the site.
Status: Future | Starting August 2026
Location: Milwaukee Trail South Park
Expected Completion: September 2026
Project Overview: Remove the existing outdated playground and replace it with a new, durable, high-quality adventure playground obstacle course featuring a variety of engaging elements designed to promote active play, challenge users, and enhance overall play value and use.
Status: Future | Starting Late-August 2026
Location: Pointe West Park
Expected Completion: September 2026
Project Overview: Remove the existing outdated playground and replace it with a new, durable, high-quality playground designed to enhance play value and user experience.
Past Projects
Fargo South Pool Mechanical Replacement Project
Status: Completed April 2026
Location: Fargo South Pool
Project Overview: This project will include complete removal and replacement of all pumps, filters, piping and strainer baskets.
Winter Tree Pruning
Status: Completed March 2026
Location: Prairiewood Golf Course, Island Park, Lindenwood Park, Red River Trail, Oak Grove Park, Mickelson Park, Madison Park, Trefoil Park, Yunker Farm Park
Project Overview: The Fargo Park District Forestry Department and contracted pruning companies work together to maintain our tree population in the winter to keep them healthy, safe, and growing properly. During winter, trees are dormant, which means pruning causes less stress and damage. Cold temperatures also reduce the spread of insects and diseases that could enter through fresh cuts. Without leaves, it is easier to see the tree’s structure and remove problem branches. This timing helps trees grow stronger and healthier when spring arrives.
Tharaldson Little League Playground
Status: Completed December 2025
Location: Tharaldson Little League Playground
Project Overview: Removing and replacing the playground equipment with new, modern structures to provide a safer and more engaging play environment. The playground is closed until construction is complete.
2025 Concrete Improvement Projects
Status: Completed November 2025
Location: Friendship Park, Rose Creek Golf Course, Longfellow Park, Rheault Farm, Tharaldson Little League Complex, Fox Run Park, Starion Field, Davies Baseball Complex, Courts Plus, Anderson Softball Complex, Milwaukee Trail, Island Park, Trollwood Park
Project Overview:
In 2025 the following locations with undergo concrete and asphalt improvements:
- Friendship Park Basketball Court (changing asphalt to concrete).
- Rose Creek Golf Course cart path improvements on holes 16, 17, 18.
- Longfellow Park parking lot mill and overlay.
- Rheault Farm playground borders.
- Tharaldson Little League playground borders.
- Fox Run playground borders.
- Starion Field parking lot drainage improvements.
- Davies Baseball Complex sidewalk addition.
- Courts Plus north parking lot mill and overlay.
- Anderson Softball Complex sidewalk addition.
- Milwaukee Trail offshoots.
- Island Park - Kiwanis trail additions.
- Trollwood Park sidewalk addition along Kandi Lane.
Mickelson Field Lighting Project
Status: Completed November 2025
Location: Mickelson Field
Project Overview: Updated lights will be installed at Mickelson Field #4.
Jack Williams Stadium Backstop Project
Status: Completed October 2025
Location: Jack Williams Stadium
Project Overview: Anchor existing wall back along first base line so it is compliant with seating areas.
Davies Pool Re-Surfacing Project
Status: Completed October 2025
Location: Davies Pool
Project Overview: This project will include the removal of existing pool surfacing and re-plastering of all pool walls and floor. Drain grates will also be replaced.
Yunker Farm Park Dog Park
Status: Complete October 2025
Location: Yunker Farm Park & Dog Park
Project Overview:
A key piece of the broader Yunker Farm Park Master Plan, the dog park located at Yunker Farm Park is being moved, redesigned and revitalized. Construction began in mid-July of 2024. The new dog park is expected to open to the public summer 2025. The existing dog park at Yunker Farm Park will remain open and available to public use for the duration of this project and will not be affected by construction.
After a robust public input period, the new and improved park will feature:
- 3 separate dog areas
- Play ammenities
- Drinking fountains
- Small shade structures
- Large 20'X24' shade shelter
- Paved parking lot
- Improved lighting
- Improved drainage
- Improved landscaping
Some trees will be removed during construction of the new park. The trees that will be removed were planted as part of NDSU research plots more than 20 years ago. The research trees were planted in "plot" rows very close together and were not intended to be a permanent part of the landscape. The majority of the trees that are being removed are considered small (8" diameter or less), in marginal to poor condition, and many are of the Ash species. With the threat of Emerald Ash Borer imminent in our community, these trees were carefully selected for removal to ensure the overall health of our urban forest. It is important to reiterate, they were not removed solely for the Yunker Farm Dog Park project.
Fox Run Park Playground
Status: Completed October 2025
Location: Fox Run Park Playground
Project Overview: The Fargo Park District is removing and replacing the playground equipment with new, modern structures to provide a safer and more engaging play environment. The playground is closed until construction is complete.
Fargo Parks Sports Center Parking Lot Project
Status: Completed October 2025
Location: Fargo Parks Sports Center
Project Overview: This project will add an additional 193 parking spots in an asphalt parking lot in the southwest corner of the complex.
Friendship Park Basketball Court
Status: Completed July 2025
Location: Friendship Park
Project Overview: This project involves renovating the basketball court area at Friendship Park. The purpose of this project is to remove and replace the existing deteriorating asphalt court with new concrete, add a new basketball standard, and add an additional amenity, plinko ball to the park for visitors to enjoy. Please be aware that access to the basketball court area will be restricted during this timeframe.
Rheault Farm Playground Replacement
Status: Completed June 2025
Location: Rheault Farm Park
Project Overview: The Fargo Park District is removing and replacing the playground equipment with new, modern structures to provide a safer and more engaging play environment. The playground is closed until construction is complete.
Island Park Pool Project
Status: Completed June 2025
Location: Island Park Pool
Project Overview: The updated Island Park Pool opened to the public on June 16, 2025. New amenities include a 50-meter competition pool, four diving boards, a FlyTyme Slide, tube slide, lazy river, and a zero-depth entry pool.
Fargo Parks Sports Center (Phase II)
Status: Completed January 2025
Location: Fargo Parks Sports Center
Project Overview: Phase II of the space adds six indoor pickleball courts, four additional hardwood courts, two sheets of ice, indoor playground, party rooms, a tournament room, additional meeting rooms and more.
Anderson Field Lighting Project
Status: Complete December 2024
Location: Anderson Softball Complex
Project Overview: Updated lights are being installed in the two south fields at Anderson Softball Complex. Underground work began in mid-July and is anticipated to be complete in early August. Lights will be installed in mid to late October.
Orchard Glen Park & Forest River Park Trails
Status: Completed Fall 2024
Location: Orchard Glen Park + Forest River Park
Project Overview: Existing trails at Orchard Glen and Forest River Parks will be updated and expanded. Screening and cement slabs for portable toilet facilities will also be installed. This project is partially funded by a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant.
The Forest River portion of the project is scheduled to start in late July 2024 and is expected to be completed by late October 2024.
The Orchard Glen portion of the project is scheduled to start in late September of 2024 and is expected to be completed by late November 2024.
Pepsi Soccer Complex Playground Replacement
Status: Completed Fall 2024
Location: Pepsi Soccer Complex
Project Overview: The existing Playground at the Pepsi Soccer Complex will be removed and new playground equipment installed.
Tharaldson Little League Concrete Replacement
Status: Completed Fall 2024
Location: Tharaldson Little League Complex
Project Overview: The Tharaldson Little League Concrete project consists of removing the existing asphalt throughout the complex and replacing it with new concrete. This includes new concrete installation around the four baseball diamond backstops, concession/bathroom building, and associated walkways.
New concrete pads will also be poured in preparation for the installation of two new picnic/shade shelters within the complex in the spring of 2025.
Trollwood Playground Replacement
Status: Completed Fall 2024
Location: Trollwood Park
Project Overview: Existing playground equipment at Trollwood Park was removed and new equipment installed.
Coliseum Concrete Project
Status: Completed Fall 2024
Location: Coliseum
Project Overview: New concrete was poured at the entrance of the Coliseum to match work that was done in 2023 in the Coliseum parking lot. Warranty work in ADA stalls will also be completed. The project will start in early August, with anticipated completion by late September 2024.
2024 Strategic Planning
Status: Completed
Location: Various
Project Overview:
The Fargo Park District's Strategic Plan is a testament to the District's dedication to growing community through places, spaces, and experiences. CLICK HERE to view the Fargo Park District Strategic Plan.
Brandt Dog Park Parking Lot
Status: Completed Summer 2024
Location: Brandt Crossing Playground and Dog Park
Project Overview: To mitigate off-street parking at the Brandt Crossing Park and Dog Park a parking lot will be installed just south of the small dog park on 33rd Ave. S. Construction will begin in April, weather pending, and continue through the summer.
Use of both the small and large dog parks will not be affected during construction and off-street parking will still be available for park users for the duration of the project.
