About Us

The Christiansburg Parks and Recreation Department exists to promote and implement leisure programs and services that enhance the quality of life for all ages. In partnership with the community, we pledge to deliver quality leisure programs and services in a personal, effective and successful manner. 

The Parks and Recreation Department is comprised of 18 full-time employees and around 100 part-time employees, who are employed on an as-needed basis. These employees are responsible for the following divisions within the Parks and Recreation Department: 

  • Administration
  • Community Programs (Pre-school, Youth, Adult, Special Interest, etc.)
  • Senior and Special Populations Programs (Health Screenings, Trips, Cooking Classes, Dances, etc.)
  • Adult Athletics and Camps
  • Youth Athletics
  • Outdoor Sports Facilities and Parks (Tournaments)
  • Special Events (4th of July Celebration, Christmas Parade, etc.)
  • Recreation Center
  • Field & Park Maintenance
  • Building Maintenance

In addition to the Recreation Center and Harkrader Sports Complex, Christiansburg Parks and Recreation staff maintain the following facilities in town:

  • Circle Park 
  • Depot Park 
  • Downtown Park
  • Huckleberry Trail (Town of Christiansburg portion)  
  • John Lemley Park
  • Kiwanis Park 
  • Summit Ridge Park 
  • Wall Street Park 
  • Wayside Park
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  1. Parks & Recreation

    Physical Address
    1600 N. Franklin St
    Christiansburg, VA 24073

    Fax: 540-381-5537