Best Parks in Allentown, PA
Looking for parks in Allentown? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: City and regional parks with trails, playgrounds, sports fields and picnic areas.
This guide lists 10 parks in and around Allentown, spread across 4 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 10 link to their own website, 10 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Parks in Allentown
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 West Park
- Address Linden St, Allentown, PA 18102
- Phone (610) 437-7628
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
2 Trexler Memorial Park
- Address 155 Springhouse Rd, Allentown, PA 18104
- Phone (610) 437-7757
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
3 Fountain Park
- Address 961-967 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Allentown, PA 18102
- Phone (610) 437-7757
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
4 Lehigh Parkway
- Address Lehigh Parkway E, Allentown, PA 18103
- Phone (610) 437-7757
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Wed | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Thu | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Fri | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sat | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sun | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
5 Canal Park
- Address 101 E Walnut St, Allentown, PA 18109
- Phone (610) 437-7628
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Wed | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Thu | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Fri | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sat | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sun | 5:30 AM-9:45 PM |
6 Bucky Boyle Park
- Address 10 Pump Pl, Allentown, PA 18102
- Phone (610) 437-7757
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
7 Keck Park
- Address E Mosser St, Allentown, PA 18109
- Phone (610) 437-7757
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 7:59 AM-8:59 PM |
| Sun | 8 AM-8 PM |
8 Trout Creek Park
- Address 640622940423, Allentown, PA 18103
- Phone (610) 437-7628
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | Open 24 hours |
| Wed | Open 24 hours |
| Thu | Open 24 hours |
| Fri | Open 24 hours |
| Sat | Open 24 hours |
| Sun | Open 24 hours |
9 West Park
- Address Linden St, Allentown, PA 18102
- Phone (610) 437-7628
- Website allentownpa.gov
Opening hours
| Mon | 6 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 6 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 6 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 6 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 6 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 6 AM-8 PM |
| Sun | 6 AM-8 PM |
10 Covered Bridge Park
- Address 2465 Wehr Mill Rd, Allentown, PA 18104
- Phone (610) 398-0407
- Website southwhitehall.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 7 AM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7 AM-9 PM |
| Wed | 7 AM-9 PM |
| Thu | 7 AM-9 PM |
| Fri | 7 AM-9 PM |
| Sat | 7 AM-9 PM |
| Sun | 7 AM-9 PM |
How to choose parks in Allentown
- Check seasonal hours, since many attractions change their schedule in winter.
- Look for discount days, family passes and membership options.
- Check parking and accessibility before you go.
- Pack for the weather. Pennsylvania weather changes quickly, especially in spring and fall.
- For state parks, check the DCNR website for alerts, closures and reservations.
Local tips for Allentown
Allentown requires contractors doing work in the city to be licensed with the city and to pull permits through the Department of Building Standards and Safety, in addition to the state Home Improvement Contractor registration.
Allentown sits right next to Bethlehem and Easton, and many Lehigh Valley businesses serve the whole region, so a provider based a few miles away in Whitehall or Emmaus may still cover your address.
Allentown is in Lehigh County, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Center City, West End, East Side, South Side, Old Allentown, Old Fairgrounds, Mountainville, Midway Manor.
Frequently asked questions
Which parks in Allentown are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: West Park, Trexler Memorial Park, Fountain Park, Lehigh Parkway, Canal Park, Bucky Boyle Park. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Allentown do these parks cover?
The parks on this list are located in ZIP codes 18102, 18103, 18104, 18109. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Are Pennsylvania state parks free?
Yes. Pennsylvania state parks don't charge an entrance fee, although camping, cabins, some pools and special activities have fees.
What are the best times to visit attractions in Allentown?
Weekday mornings are usually the quietest. Summer weekends and school holidays are the busiest.
Where can I find trails near Allentown?
Use the DCNR's ExplorePAtrails.com and local park websites to find trails by length, difficulty and activity.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.