Parents if you need a place to take your kids that's fun, safe, and great for learning look no…read morefurther. Knocksville has a great staff that make your family feel welcome. The facilities are impeccable. There is really no reason to not give Knocksville a try.

Patterson Park is the "Central Park" of Wolfforth. Located right off US82, it's easy access as you…read morecome into town. The largest parking area is accessible off of the frontage road beside the pond. There is a gravel road that wraps around the outside of the park connecting through multiple separate parking areas, eventually arriving at the community center. The pond water level is quite low these days. It's for fishing only, though I can't imagine wanting to do anything but look at it and listen to the circulation fountain - it's kinda gross and smelly. Nearby is a playground for the kids with monkey bars, swing set, slide, and jungle gym. Several covered picnic tables fill the area near the pond. These are probably great in the summer for keeping you out of the sun. The park is dotted with pecan, pine, and oak trees. Great, welcome respite from the flat monotony of West Texas. The back corner has a football field with field goals which can also be used for soccer. The primary remaining space contains five baseball fields, four of which join at the center around a two storey announcers' building. Between all of this is a covered stage/performance area, albeit without permanent seating in place in front. There's a single basketball hoop on a concrete pad, but not a second one or a full court. Right beside the stage is a small community center building. There's the remains of what was once a volleyball court, though I can hardly call it that in the current condition. A walking path on dirt, gravel, and grass traces the circumference around the park. This would make for a decent place to run, which appeals most to me. My original photos are from December 2022. At the time, the park is relatively empty due to the cold, windy winter and a only really a haven for the migrating Canada goose flocks. There are usually decent crowds of people using the baseball fields here in summer. There is a general feeling of abandonment and disrepair, though. I chock this up mostly to the harshness of our climate, but definitely see room for improvements where the city of Wolfforth could invest some time and money to improve things at their one and only park.

Yours truly recently acquired the role of "soccer mom" for the first time ever (3/4/2023)…read more In turn, Jefferson Park became our practice field because 1) it's a free public space & 2) hardly anyone goes here! In Jefferson's defense, it is on the south side of town - meaning it's too far for most Hobbsans to consider - plus it's tucked away in a lesser known area. I used to teach at the elementary nearby over 10 years ago... I don't recall any of this being within short walking distance of the school: + basketball courts + bbq grills + lights + pavilions + picnic tables + playground + restrooms + sand volleyball courts + soccer goals + youth baseball fields (still referred to as Bensing Park) + & a .80-mile walking path I give this city park 4 stars because while it has great amenities, it is not at all debris-free nor is it in a particularly nice neighborhood.

Very cute place to sit and watch these interesting little guys. I wish the college or local school…read morewould help clean it up.

If you find yourself in Lubbock, Texas and have a little time - go check out Prairie Dog Town! On…read morethe edge of town near Mackenzie Park. It's a peaceful and quiet place and you can relax and watch a number of prairie dogs just doing their thing.

The Ziaplex is a softball and baseball complex on the east side of Hobbs, NM…read more Adult softball games used to take place here. I'm not in a league anymore, but I have many great memories playing slo-pitch with all the old farts. Lol. Little league baseball games continue to be played out here. It's a good thing because there are 4 fields with the all 4 backstops back-to-back against one another. Kevin Naegele and Kevin Wells are two historical figures we should give thanks to for these fields. Dogs, except service dogs, are not allowed. Restrooms are available. Ample, free parking is also available, but they ask that RVs, trucks with trailers and other big rigs not park in the lot. I seem to recall my dad parking out on the street when he had his long trailers. This complex is taken care of by the City of Hobbs, therefore, it is usually well-kempt.

Washington Park is not quite like it used to be when I was younger…read more There has been a major improvement since the 1990s. Still, it's no secret it's in a middle to lower income area. Folks all over town always joke about the south side of town. This amuses me in a number of ways, but I digress... The park is equipped with the following: - Baseball fields - Basketball courts - BBQ grill - Benches - Concrete paths (i mention this for the little ones on their bikes & scooters) - Lights - Little library - Pavilions - Picnic tables - Playground - Restrooms - Shade trees - Soccer field w/bleachers - Softball fields - Swing sets - Volleyball courts (sand) Also visible and a short walk away is Washington Heights Park. It has a splash pad, a smaller playground and picnic tables. Took off a star because of shattered glass near the playground plus there was a group of kids racing across the grass on 4-wheelers & go-karts.