The best parks & outdoor spots in Jefferson City

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Ellis-Porter Park

Parks & Outdoors

Skip the couch and wander Ellis-Porter Park, where the CRMU Amphitheater brings live shows, the pool’s drop-down slide delivers thrills,…

300 Ellis Porter Dr

“Skip the couch and wander Ellis-Porter Park, where the CRMU Amphitheater brings live shows, the pool’s drop-down slide delivers thrills, and the Riverside overlook hands you Missouri River views. Updated playgrounds, handball and racquetball courts, plus picnic spots make it an easy midweek win.”

From the Jefferson City newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Jefferson City Memorial Park

Parks & Outdoors

Spacious park featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, walking paths and barbecue pits.

111 Memorial Park Dr

“Spacious park featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, walking paths and barbecue pits.”

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Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Kids-focused park offering a variety of play equipment and a splash pad.

725 Marshall St

“Kids-focused park offering a variety of play equipment and a splash pad.”

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