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Salt Lake City Public Lands strengthens community connection by creating, protecting, and sustaining welcoming parks and natural spaces for all.

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North Bench Pumphouse Construction Restoration and Reclamation

Posted on: November 3rd, 2026

North Bench Pumphouse Construction Restoration and Reclamation The North Bench Pumphouse Construction Project updated critical water utility infrastructure for Salt Lake City residents. The project disturbed open space and trail segments along the Meadow Trail above 18th Avenue Trailhead. Please refer to the map above as you read these restoration plans listed below. The Meadow […]

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Salt Lake City to celebrate the reopening of Liberty Park’s inclusive Rotary Play Park

Posted on: October 26th, 2026

Salt Lake City will celebrate the grand reopening of Liberty Park’s Rotary Play Park on Monday, Oct. 26, after a one-year transformation that created a more inclusive, accessible, and imaginative play space.

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Four-Week Restroom Attendant Pilot Program

Posted on: October 26th, 2026

Four-Week Restroom Attendant Pilot Program The Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands is exploring a new approach to help keep park restrooms safe, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.   Beginning Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, an attendant will be present at the restrooms near Rotary Play Park in Liberty Park, 600 Harvey Milk Blvd., for a four-week […]

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Madsen Park to temporarily close for upgrades

Posted on: October 22nd, 2026

Salt Lake City’s Department of Public Lands will temporarily close Madsen Park (9 N. Chicago St.) on October 26, 2026, to begin construction on a series of new amenities prioritized by residents and designed to celebrate the community this park serves. The park is scheduled to reopen in Spring 2027.

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Learn about the Park Ranger Program

Park Rangers can provide more information about the Be WILD campaign.
They’ll help connect you with volunteer opportunities, understand
trail and park etiquette, and welcome you to new spaces in your
neighborhood.


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more vibrant and cherished.

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