About Kiwanis Park
This heavily wooded community park has two large reservable shelters, restrooms, and nature trails. It is adjacent to Russell Boulevard Elementary School, which has a basketball court, playground, and an outdoor classroom.
- Acres: 20 acres
- Park Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Nature Trail Miles: 0.9 miles
- Map of Kiwanis Parkopens PDF file
- 926 College Park Dr. (West entrance)
- 1001 Maplewood Dr. (East entrance)
Park amenities
Activity areas
- Basketball Court (at school)
- Outdoor Classroom (at school)
- Playgrounds (at school)
Outdoors
- Nature Area
Picnic areas
- Reservable Shelters (2)
Restrooms on west side of park (open April 15 to Oct. 15)
Trails
Russell Blvd. Elementary School amenities
- Basketball Court
- Outdoor Classroom
- Playground
Park history
Year Property Acquired: 1958
Purchase Price: Donated
Acquired From: Kiwanis Club
Donated To: City of Columbia
Capital improvement projects and council items
year completed | project description | council items |
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2008 | Annual Park Improvement Project: Restroom replacement | View Council Item |
2021 | Kiwanis Park Improvements: Renovation of Thurston Shelter, parking lot and drive asphalt overlay, and LED lighting | View Council Item |