Dickinson Parks and Recreation

Dickinson Parks and Recreation brings the community together by providing endless amounts of programs, activities, and places for people to recreate. The Dickinson Park District owns 1,763 acres of park land and green space which includes 31 developed parks and 9 undeveloped parks. DPR also takes care of over 30 miles of pedestrian trail. The Dickinson Park District also manages the recreational areas of Patterson Lake, consisting of 26 miles of shoreline, 1,438 acres of land and 819 acres of water. The lake is owned by the United States Bureau of Reclamation, and is leased to the City of Dickinson. Dickinson Parks and Recreation also owns the Heart River Golf Course and its Pro Shop. The HRGC is a challenging 18-hole, par 72 layout that is nestled along the scenic Heart River with numerous panoramic views of Patterson Lake. DPR is also responsible for the West River Community Center a 135,000 square foot facility built with a western edge design that blends with the la...