Public Parks and Playgrounds Public Parks and Playgrounds

The City of Mechanicville offers several well-maintained parks and playgrounds for residents and visitors of all ages. Whether you're looking for a place to play, relax, picnic, exercise, or host a community event, our parks provide beautiful green spaces throughout the city. All parks are free and open daily from dawn to dusk.

Tallmadge Park

252 Park Place – Mechanicville’s largest and most popular park. This beautifully maintained park features lush green spaces, walking paths, playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, and pavilions. It is a favorite location for family gatherings, summer concerts, fireworks, and large community events.

Amenities include:

• Playground equipment
• Sports fields
• Picnic pavilions and tables
• Walking paths
• Open green space

Interested in hosting an event at Tallmadge Park? Contact April Turner, Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety / Parks & Recreation: (518) 664-9884 ext. 321

Paul Luther Memorial Park (South Main Street Playground)

346 South Main Street A neighborhood park featuring a playground and recreational facilities.

Amenities:

• Playground with swings
• Tennis courts
• Restrooms (bathrooms)

Tenandahoa Park

Located near Terminal Street along Tenandahoa Creek. This scenic park offers recreational space and views of the creek. The basketball courts are currently available for use, while the scenic walking bridge is under construction.

Amenities:

• Basketball courts
• Walking bridge (under construction)

Patenaude Memorial Park

North Central Avenue (Route 32) & Burke Street A quiet memorial park dedicated to PFC Harold Patenaude, who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1966. The park includes a dedicated Veteran Memorial site with a bench and flowers.

Denier Veteran Memorial Park

A peaceful triangular park dedicated to Marine Lance Cpl. Anthony J. Denier, who died in the line of duty. The park features a gazebo and serves as a place for quiet reflection and remembrance.

Splash Pad Hours

The splash pad at Park Avenue Playground will be on Monday through Friday beginning July-August. The pool opens at 10:00 AM and closes at 3:00 PM.

On Saturday's throughout the duration of the program, the Park Avenue splash pad will be open from 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM. During this time, there will be no staff on for craft activities, but children are welcome to use the splash pad. The bathrooms will also be open on this day.

The Park Avenue Splash Pad may close at any time due to the following reasons, but not limited to: rain, thunder, severe storms, extreme temperatures and unsatisfactory readings of chemicals.

The program may close at any time due to the following reasons, but not limited to: rain, thunder, severe storms and extreme temperatures.

Please understand that program closings are for the safety and protection of not only your children, but our staff as well.