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OUTDOOR
For those who enjoy the outdoors,
El Dorado offers a wealth of possibilities
including golf courses that are notable
for their greens and scenery, nature trails
that showcase the organic beauty of South
Arkansas, and playgrounds that provide
adventure for children of all ages.
MAD Playscape
301 South Hill Ave.
MAD Playscape opened in 2018 as a
part of the Murphy Arts District's plan to
revitalize El Dorado's historic downtown.
The Playscape is a two-acre, fenced-in area
with high-quality playground equipment
suitable for children of all ages. In
addition to the playground, the Playscape
has a seasonal Splash Pad with a giant
Razorback water slide and water flowing
from various spouts and jets, which is
always popular with families during
summer. The Playscape is free to the public
and available for birthday party rentals.
Check out www.eldomad.com for more
information.
Mystic Creek Golf Club
191 Clubhouse Rd.
Established in May 2013, Mystic Creek
Golf Club's 18-hole course was immediately
recognized as one of the Best New Courses
by Golf Digest and Golfweek rated the
course as the best public-access course you
can play in Arkansas. The remarkable par
72 course provides golfers of all skill levels
with an unforgettable experience due to the
superb quality of course upkeep and the
visual appeal of the surrounding scenery.
The architectural design of Mystic Creek
lends an organic personality to the course
and gives golfers a unique atmosphere
to bask in while perfecting their craft.
Visit www.golfmysticcreek.com for more
information.
Mellor Park Tennis Courts
El Dorado Country Club and
Golf Course
101 Shady Side
The El Dorado Country Club and
Golf Course, founded in 1925, is home to
the most historic golf course in
El Dorado. The par 71 course holds an
elegance and prestige that golfers will
find worthy and appealing. The grounds
are maintained year-round, and the
environment surrounding the course
creates a premiere golfing experience for
all golfers, whether expert, emerging, or
novice. Visit www.eldocountryclub.com
for more information.
Lions Club Golf Course
and Walking Trail
1432 E. 19th St.
The Lions Club Golf Course is a
par 72 course that has undergone a
rejuvenating transformation in recent
years. Golfers are met with beautifully
maintained greens, gorgeous landscapes,
and stunning scenery exclusive to South
Arkansas. The Lions Club Golf Course
is regularly home to tournaments for
golfers of all experience and skill levels.
The Leslie Ann Darden Trail surrounds
the golf course. The two-mile nature trail
is an ideal spot for walking, running, or
bicycling.
Mellor Park Playground and
Tennis Courts
8th St. and Euclid Ave.
El Dorado's Mellor Park is in a
quaint area of town, with playground
equipment and plenty of room for
visitors to have fun. Mellor Park contains
free public-access tennis courts where
players can hold practices, lessons,
tournaments, and recreational matches.
The courts are also home to pickleball
matches that are open to anyone who
wants to play. Pickleball enthusiasts and
amateurs regularly gather at the courts
on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, as
well as Saturday mornings for pickleball
matches. For more information on
pickleball games, visit www.bit.
ly/3BDyTn4.
GOAT Ride Scooters
Old City Park
Camp St. at College Ave.
El Dorado's Old City Park is one of
the town's most renowned recreational
areas. The park contains a walking
path that runs along the perimeter
and is suitable for walkers, joggers,
and runners. The park also features
playground equipment, a fitness center,
covered picnic areas, and wide-open
space to run and play.
South Arkansas Arboretum
1506 Mt. Holly Rd.
Opened in 1965, the South Arkansas
Arboretum is a 12-acre nature paradise
that highlights the natural wooded
features in the region. The Arboretum
offers a peaceful location for guests to get
some fresh air by walking the two-mile
paved trails through the timberlands.
GOAT Ride Scooters
Downtown El Dorado
Getting around downtown El Dorado
has taken on a new life! GOAT Ride
Scooters, introduced in 2019, have
proven to be a fun outdoor activity for
both adults and children. The scooters
are managed through a mobile app,
which users can easily download.
GOAT riders can enjoy this experience
together with family and friends, as
there are several scooters placed in
various locations around the square. For
more information about the GOAT Ride
Scooters, visit www.bit.ly/3PwDGwm. p
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