What are the opening hours?

Monday 8am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 4:30pm Saturday 8am - 4:30pm Sunday 8am - 4:30pm

Cross Park

Stan and Joan Cross Park, lies in the heart of the County's urban growth area between 176th Street Ea to 4:30 p.m. through March.
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Visitors will enjoy walking along the pathways and accessible picnicking opportunities near wetlands and forested areas adjacent to the newly-improved Naches Trail Preserve prairie habitat, providing a unique opportunity to connect with nature. Cross Park also provides an on-going restoration of the headwaters of Clover Creek and the adjacent priority habitat of prairie grassland, white oak savann

ah and wetland. The entire park site with the exception of the Frederickson Community Center is open and available for public use. Amenities:
Frederickson Community Center
play structure
grass playfield
accessible restrooms
open space
walking trails
picnic areas
parking lot

Open daily 8:00 a.m.

06/23/2026

Survive zombies, get crafty, test your wizard powers in the wilderness, bring your dolls, set off on a global adventure, and even discover fairies, mermaids, and unicorns - oh my! Our summer camps have been expanded to include a variety of activities. There's something for everyone! 🌞

🔗 Visit our website to explore these unique camps, https://bit.ly/4jt5uPH.

06/21/2026

Step right up for a night of carnival games, exciting challenges, and fast-paced relays that will have everyone laughing and competing! Ages 5 to 12 are invited to "Kids Night Out" at Cross Park on July 18. 🎪 🤹 🍕Pizza dinner included!

🔗 Visit https://bit.ly/4vko7vF to sign up.

06/16/2026

These cookies are too cute to eat. ❤️ 🍪 💙 Learn to decorate sugar cookies like a pro - just in time for July 4th BBQ Party! We're "Patriotic Piping" with Michelle's Cookie Kisses this Saturday (6/20). No experience necessary. 🎇

🔗 Registration has been extended through Friday! https://bit.ly/4tRxe5C

06/10/2026

The Happy Campers Pre-K Summer Camps for ages 3.5 to 5 have been expanded! Check out these newly added camps and sign up before they fill up too.

Afternoon Dino Explorers 🦕
Roar into adventure with our Dino Explorers camp. Our little paleontologists will dig for fossils, learn about different dinosaurs, and explore what life was like long ago. Kids will create dino-themed crafts, play dinosaur games, and go on exciting prehistoric adventures. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4upp0BW

Little Artists 🎨
Let your creativity shine! Our little artists will paint, color, glue, and create fun art projects while exploring different colors, shapes, and textures. Campers will use their imaginations, get creative, and make masterpieces to take home each day. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4fxLwow

Nature Explorers 🌱
Adventure awaits! Our little explorers will discover nature through outdoor activities, games, crafts, and hands-on exploration. Campers will learn about plants, animals, and the world around them while having fun in our Nature Classroom. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3PWjIzT

06/08/2026

Join us at Cross Park tomorrow (June 9) for another 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐏𝐨𝐩-𝐔𝐩 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. It's a Pollinator Party! Explore interactive activities, discover cool facts about bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and make a seed ball to take home. 🌱 🦋 🌳🐝

MiMi’s Ice Cream Truck will be onsite. 🍦

🔗 Learn more about Park Pop-Ups at https://bit.ly/44mgZEd

06/07/2026

Be the hit of the party with these adorable sugar cookies at your Independence Day celebration! We're "Patriotic Piping" with Michelle's Cookie Kisses on June 20 at Cross Park. No experience necessary. 🎇

🔗 Sign up before the class is full at https://bit.ly/4tRxe5C

06/03/2026

⚠️UPDATE: Due to a forecast of thunderstorms, lightning, and rain, Light the Lake has been postponed.

Because this event takes place on and around the water, the safety of our participants, performers, volunteers, and staff is our highest priority. We are currently working to secure a new date later this summer and will announce it as soon as it is confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to celebrating with you soon.

🔗 Please visit our website for updates, https://www.piercecountywa.gov/8716/Light-the-Lake

06/02/2026

Kids will have a blast learning the fundamentals of golf skills in an activity-based setting with SNAG equipment (oversized plastic clubs and tennis balls) during First Tee - South Puget Sound camps. ⛳

🔗 Learn more and sign up today at https://bit.ly/4ddXssI

06/01/2026

Happy June! This month's 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐏𝐨𝐩-𝐔𝐩 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 is on June 9 at Cross Park. Join us between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for a Pollinator Party! Explore interactive activities, discover cool facts about bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and make a seed ball to take home. 🌱 🦋 🌳🐝

MiMi’s Ice Cream Truck will also be in attendance, offering tasty treats for purchase. 🍦

🔗 Learn more about Park Pop-Ups at https://bit.ly/44mgZEd

Address

4420 Military Road East
Tacoma, WA
98446

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8am - 4:30pm
Sunday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12537984055

Website

https://www.piercecountywa.org/6967/Cross-Park

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