Parks & Recreation Department   

Rent A Pavilion       

Pavilions are available on a first come, first serve basis, and open to residents and non-residents (higher rates apply). To view a list of parks with pavilions,"Click to view a list of parks and pavilions. Reserve Online TODAY!. 

Affordable Recreation Programs and Bus Trips

Programs are held each season and open to residents and non-residents. Don't hesitate to sign-up early! Click to register for activities! 

New Playground

"Every Child Deserves a Place to Play." The playground at Paul Walters Memorial Park was open to the public on Tuesday, October 1st. Residents can now enjoy three large play areas for kids of all ages and abilities. Access the park from the Carlisle Pike. Paul Walters Memorial Park is located at 15 Elm Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. Silver Spring Rec is working on the next phase of developing the park! Want to give us your feedback? Take this brief survey. 

Smoke Free Parks 

All township parks are tobacco free.  

Discount Tickets

Hershey Candylane | Baltimore Aquarium  |  Maryland Zoo  | Pittsburgh Zoo  | Philadelphia Zoo - tickets available through December, 2019. Discount tickets can be purchased at the Parks & Rec Office, 8 Flowers Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, M-F from 8am to 4pm. We accept cash or check payments for most ticket sales. Ski tickets now available to various resorts!

Cancellation Policy

Program Cancellations - For requests made more than 7 days prior to the start of a program/activity, a $10 cancellation fee will apply. No refunds are given for requests made within 7 days of the program/activity.

Bus Trip Cancellations - For requests made more than 30 days prior to the first day of the bus trip, a $10 cancellation fee will apply. No refunds are given for requests made within 30 days of the first day of the trip. 

General Questions? Email parkinfo@sstwp.org