The Carthage Park District offers many different areas and activities. Boating and fishing in Carthage Lake, camping at our campground, disc golf, a playground, shelter houses and a swimming pool at Jaycee Park on the west edge of town. Joe Grate Sports complex, located on the north east part of town, has facilities for baseball, basketball, softball and tennis. We also operate youth sports programs including baseball, basketball, softball, tee-ball, tennis, volleyball and wrestling. The park also has a wonderful 9 hole golf course operated by the Carthage Golf Club and for equestrian enthusiasts, the Hancock County Saddle Club has an expansive facility with a barn, riding areas and an arena.
Flag Football Season is Here!!
Our Flag Football program consists of an instructional camp for boys and girls in Pre-K and Kindergarten as well as a 5 on 5 league for 1st - 8th Grade.
Games will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings September 26th through October 19th.
$50 per player - Tee Shirt included. You can drop off a check at Wear Drug in Carthage or you can always pay online by clicking shop in our menu and click on flag football.
Once signups are complete, teams will be assigned and the schedule will be published.
Fill out the registration form below to sign up your athlete.
Registration Ends 9/14/2023
Recreational Equipment Use Program
The Carthage Park District is pleased to announce a new Recreational Equipment Use Program. This program gives the public access to sports equipment and yard games free of charge. This equipment can be used at family gatherings, parties, campouts or just for backyard game night.
We have a variety of sports equipment and game available for use including Basketball, Soccer, Football, Tennis, Pickleball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Cornhole, Connect 4, Spike Ball, and Ladder Golf.
KAYAK RENTAL NOW AVAILABLE
The Carthage Park District is pleased to announce the arrival of four new single seat kayaks that are available for rent. Go to www.carthageparkdistrict.org/kayak-rental and reserve a kayak on our online reservation system.
