City of Bessemer City
Parks / Facilities
Every Bessemer City park in one place, plus the pool, splashpad and community center.
Bessemer City’s parks range from tournament fields and a splash pad to quiet downtown green space. Picnic shelters at city parks are first come, first served and cannot be reserved or rented.
Stinger Park
Stinger Park is a 40-acre sports and recreation destination in Bessemer City, North Carolina, offering something for visitors of all ages. The park features tournament-style baseball and softball fields, multipurpose soccer and football fields, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, a seasonal splash pad, walking trails, and picnic areas. With its combination of athletic facilities, family-friendly amenities, and open outdoor spaces, Stinger Park provides a welcoming place for recreation, community events, and family fun.
Bessemer City Swimming Pool
Highway 161 at Crowders Mountain Rd (220 S. 14th Street)
The pool has lifeguards, a water slide, drinks, snacks, and fun for all! The pool can also be rented for private parties during the season; call 704-629-5111 for details. Visit the Pool and Splashpad page for hours, admission and season dates.
As Bessemer City is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for citizens, youth, and the visiting public, we thank you for not smoking or using tobacco products while visiting our City Pool.
Allan Farris Community Center
Named after the late Allan Watson Farris, former City Council Member, Mayor, and City Manager, the Allan Farris Community Center has been a cornerstone of community fellowship and engagement since it was first constructed in the 1970s. In 2013, the City received a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to renovate the space and add additional restrooms.
The AFCC can be rented for parties, reunions, receptions, etc. Please visit the Allan Farris Community Center page for details.
Bessemer City Park
Enjoy over 17 acres of greenspace, recreation, and relaxation 2 blocks from downtown. Bessemer City Park is home to multiple recreational features including tennis, pickleball, a walking trail (part of the Carolina Thread Trail System), picnic shelter, and playground for kids.
Bessemer City Park is also home to the Bessemer City Swimming Pool and Allan Farris Community Center.
Kiser Senior Center
Named for the late Dr. Glenn Kiser.
The Kiser Senior Center’s primary mission is to be a focal point in the community with services that support senior adults and promote the health, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being of senior adults living in the community. Through planned programs and activities, participants are offered enriching opportunities in a safe, fulfilling environment for seniors.
For more information, visit the Parks & Recreation department page.
“Enter as strangers, leave as friends.”
Kevin Millwood Park
Washington Park (Kevin Millwood Park) is a neighborhood park located off of West Washington Avenue beside the old Central School. The park includes three (3) baseball fields, an outdoor basketball court, and an indoor basketball court (the “Rock Gym,” constructed during the 1930s as a WPA project and on the National Register of Historic Places).
Indian Springs Park
Indian Springs Park is a neighborhood recreational area located off of South Skyland Avenue. The park includes basketball courts and a playground area. This park is walkable to area neighborhoods and Bessemer City Middle School.
Centennial Park
Home to concerts, events, and entertainment, Centennial Park serves as the epicenter of community engagement located in downtown. Centennial Park was originally established in 1993 with the City’s 100-year Centennial celebration. In 2015, the park was expanded with a band shelter, greenspace, and public art, making it a place to host a variety of events and gatherings.
Downtown Park
Downtown Park includes greenspace on the north and south sides of the Norfolk Southern right-of-way. The park includes greenspace, shaded seating areas, and a gazebo. Downtown Park is a great place to relax after visiting downtown shops or for eating takeout from your favorite local restaurant.
Gaston County Park at Bessemer City
This 33-acre park has vast areas of green space along with four (4) baseball fields, a playground, walking area, and picnic shelters. The park is located beside Bessemer City Middle School and is walkable from area neighborhoods. This park is owned and operated by Gaston County.
Crowders Mountain State Park
A quick 10-minute drive from Bessemer City lies North Carolina’s most visited State Park. Crowders Mountain State Park includes multiple recreation areas including hiking, fishing, boating, primitive tent camping, rock climbing, and picnic shelters for outdoor gatherings.
Spend a day at the park and take in breathtaking views of Uptown Charlotte, Gaston County, South Mountains State Park, and even Bessemer City from certain points.
Crowders Mountain serves as an iconic recreational area in the Charlotte area. After spending a day at Crowders, visit a local shop or restaurant in Bessemer City.
In this section
Stinger Park
A 40-acre sports and recreation park with ball fields, courts, playgrounds, trails and a seasonal splashpad.
Pool and Splashpad
Pool and splashpad locations, hours, admission and season dates.
Allan Farris Community Center
Rent the Allan Farris Community Center for parties, reunions and receptions.
Youth Sports Registration
Sign up for youth baseball and softball, basketball and soccer.