Parks and Recreation Activities

The Village of Lakemore is fortunate to be able to offer its citizens some of the finest Parks and Recreation activities in Summit County.  Citizens of all ages can enjoy a wide range of activities from fishing and water skiing on Springfield Lake to organized youth sports, including Soccer , Little League Baseball and Softball.

The preservation and future development of the Lakemore Parks system are under the direction of the Lakemore Parks Board. This Board, consisting of five (5) Lakemore residents and one (1) Council person, are appointed by the Mayor and meets regularly each month.

The following is a brief description on the major park areas located throughout our community.

James B. Dodds Lakefront Park

Location:    Along the southern end of Springfield Lake.

Activities:

bulletBoat Launch and parking areas for those who enjoy fishing, boating and water skiing on Springfield Lake.
bulletThis Park includes a Picnic area, Pavilion, Volleyball Court, Basketball Court, Horseshoe Pits, Playground and a Office/Marina with restroom facilities.
bulletPark attendants are on duty during the summer months for the collection of boat launching, dock rental and Pavilion reservation fees.

Hinton/Humiston Waterworks Park

Location:    Sanatorium Road (west of Canton Road at Springfield High School)

Upper Waterworks Park Activities:

bulletThis part of the Park includes a Picnic Area, Pavilion, Horseshoe Pits, Volleyball Court and restroom facilities.
bulletPlayground equipment.
bulletPavilion Rental and reservations can be made at the Lakemore Village Municipal Building or by calling 733-6125.

Lower Park Activities:

bullet The Lower Park contains four (4) fenced Baseball / Softball fields, Playground, Concession stand and restroom facilities.
bulletThis area is the Home of (LASTAR), Lakemore and Springfield Township Amateur Recreation Baseball / Softball League.
bulletThe major events include Local, State and National Baseball / Softball Tournaments.

Lakemore Soccer Park

Location:    Sanatorium Road (west of Lakemore Methodist Church at Flickinger Road)

Activities include: 

bulletThis area is home of the Springfield Youth Soccer Association. The soccer field was dedicated in 1994 through a grant with the Lakemore United Way Agency.
bulletPlayground Equipment.

Lakemore Memorial (Tri-Angle) Park

Location:    Where Main Street, Lake Road and Church Street are located.  This area is also called the Tri-Angle.

Activities include:

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Where Memorial Day services are held.

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The Historical Army and Navy Garrison #273 Doughboy is located here.

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The center point of the Village of Lakemore.

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Playground equipment is located nearby.