760 West Main Street
Park Open Dawn to Dusk
Splash Pad Open Daily from 10 AM to 8 PM.
Free admission to splash pad
Ballou Park is not only home to ball fields, tennis courts, picnic shelters, the city's third largest splash pad, and a playground, it is also one of the oldest municipal parks in Virginia. Situated on West Main Street across from the Ballou Park Shopping Center, Ballou is a popular destination for family reunions, group picnics and is also home to Ballou Recreation Center and several large events such as Festival in the Park.
Amenities include a 27-hole disc golf course, softball/baseball field, tennis courts, a splash pad, playground, nature trail, picnic shelters, and picnic sites.
Ballou Park Nature Trail
Ballou Park Nature Trail is .75 miles, making it perfect for an invigorating jaunt into the woods. Interpretive markers, accompanied by the trail brochure descriptions, highlight the flora and fauna found along this forested hillside path. The trail is located below the tennis courts.
Danville Hot Park
Ballou Park is one of Danville's Hot Parks. The wireless antenna installed in Ballou Park allows park patrons free Wi-Fi Internet access.
Ballou Park Splash Pad Rules
- Glass containers, tobacco/smoking/vaping, and pets are prohibited.
- Food, candy, gum, and beverages of all types are prohibited in the splash area.
- Unreserved gatherings/events are prohibited.
- Adult supervision is recommended for children under 13.
- Children who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers.
- Proper swim attire is required. Water shoes recommended.
- Pool toys, water balloons, floats, and chairs are prohibited.
- Soaps/detergents/shampoos are prohibited.
- Bathing of any kind is prohibited.
- Use of splash pad during inclement weather is prohibited.
- Running, pushing, and rough play are prohibited. Play surface may be slippery when wet.
- Climbing/hanging from equipment is prohibited.
- Bicycles/skateboards/scooters/etc. are prohibited.
- No concessions should be sold on the property without the proper permitting.
- Grilling is prohibited.
Dial 911 for emergencies. For mechanical issues, call 434.799.5200.
