An Adventure Awaits at Adventure Acres in Walker County

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A bunch of people standing around holding a ribbon as a lady with giant scissors cuts the ribbon in front of a new childrens playground

Rossville, GA (May 20, 2026) – Adventure Acres, Walker County’s first signature park, officially opened to the public today. The new activity hub features a nature-themed playground, splash pad, pavilion with restrooms, walking trail, solar powered charging station, and green space for non-organized recreation. “From its distinctive design and multi-generational appeal, Adventure Acres offers a … Continue reading An Adventure Awaits at Adventure Acres in Walker County

Adventure Acres, Our First Signature Park, Opens May 20th!

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An aerial view of a playground, splash pad, pavilion and walking trail with green grass and trees

We're excited to share that Adventure Acres, our first signature park, officially opens Wednesday, May 20th at 4:00 p.m.! There will be a short program followed by a ribbon cutting and the energizing of the splash pad. Refreshments and event swag will be available for the community until we run out. Located at 370 Salem … Continue reading Adventure Acres, Our First Signature Park, Opens May 20th!

Walker County Awarded Greater Chattanooga Realtors 2026 Placemaking Project

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A green and blue inclusive playground

Rock Spring, GA (November 14, 2025) – Greater Chattanooga REALTORS® announced today Walker County has been awarded its 2026 Placemaking Project to enhance the safety of Walker Rocks Park. The Placemaking Project will fund the addition of a protective fence around the playground’s perimeter to provide a containment zone for children with special needs. The … Continue reading Walker County Awarded Greater Chattanooga Realtors 2026 Placemaking Project

Walker Rocks Park Playground Expansion Now Open

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Two playgrounds with blue and green playground equipment

Primary construction on the playground expansion at Walker Rocks Park wrapped up late last week. The ground around the playground has been hydro-seeded, which gives it a light green look. The public is welcome to start using the playground, but visitors should avoid venturing off the rubber pad and into the hydro-seeded areas. Some of … Continue reading Walker Rocks Park Playground Expansion Now Open

Walker County Breaks Ground on Adventure Acres

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Rossville, GA (November 12, 2024) – A month after revealing design plans for Adventure Acres, the community gathered today to break ground on Walker County’s first signature park. Adventure Acres will be located on roughly eight-acres off Salem Road in Rossville. The park will feature a multitude of outdoor recreational experiences including a nature themed … Continue reading Walker County Breaks Ground on Adventure Acres

Walker County’s First Signature Park Prepares for Spring 2025 Opening

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an aerial rendering of a playground, pavilion and splash pad nestled in between several trees

Update: The opening of this park has been delayed until spring 2026. Rossville, GA (October 9, 2024) – Walker County revealed plans today for Adventure Acres, the county’s first signature park. Adventure Acres will remake an eight-acre site off Salem Road into a vibrant activity hub for the community. Adventure Acres will feature a nature … Continue reading Walker County’s First Signature Park Prepares for Spring 2025 Opening

Walker This Week – Episode 24 (August 2, 2024)

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From community idea to creation. A grand opening for the new inclusive playground at the soon to be designated Walker Rocks Park took place this week, marking the completion of a five-year project and beginning of a bigger effort to transform this space into a vibrant community asset. On this episode of Walker This Week … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 24 (August 2, 2024)

New Inclusive Playground Opens in Walker County

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Rock Spring, GA (July 23, 2024) – Walker County invites children of all abilities to come play at the county’s new inclusive playground at Walker Rocks Park, located on the Walker County Civic Center campus at 10052 Hwy 27 in Rock Spring. Along with traditional playground components like slides and rockers, several climbing features were … Continue reading New Inclusive Playground Opens in Walker County

Walker This Week – Episode 22 (July 12, 2024)

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The Walker County Board of Commissioners debate the future of recreational services in Rossville. That’s ahead on Walker This Week. Following a structural change in how Rossville plans to provide recreational programming – and the lack of a formalized use agreement between the city and county… the two government entities continue to explore options to … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 22 (July 12, 2024)

WALKER This Week – Episode 20 (June 14, 2024)

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Paying down the debt – and bringing the dream of a new inclusive playground to reality. On this episode of Walker This Week, we update you on two projects that have been years in the making. SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE channel to watch this video and follow the Walker County Civic Center on Facebook for … Continue reading WALKER This Week – Episode 20 (June 14, 2024)