ST. GEORGE — Set just above the Virgin River with seemingly endless recreational possibilities within its footprint, Fossil Falls Park is sure to delight St. George residents for years to come.
To mark its arrival, the city of St. George invites the public to the Fossil Falls Park Grand Opening, Monday, April 29 ,at 4 p.m.
“We love all the aspects of this park and the community reaction so far has exceeded our wildest dreams,” Shane Moore, director of the city of St. George’s Parks and Community Services Department, said in a news release. “People love spending time at our city parks and I think our park architects knocked this one out of the park. What a great way to spend a late April afternoon in St. George.”
There will be a short program followed by a ceremonial first slide. Free hot dogs and other refreshments will be available, while supplies last.
Fossil Falls Park, located at 2444 E. Dinosaur Crossing, was paid for by Park Impact funds at a cost of approximately $2.8 million. The park contains a variety of noteworthy amenities, including:
- The largest concrete slide in the western United States.
- A Minecraft-inspired rubble tile layout — the first of its kind.
- Eight fossils located around the site.
- Two sand volleyball courts.
- A large gazebo available for rental.
Funds for the future Phase 2 of Fossil Falls Park were made possible by the voter-approved Trails, Parks and Recreation General Obligation Bond. Although no timeline has been established for construction of Phase 2, it may include a revamped skimboard park with a beach/competition viewing area.
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