BEST OUTDOOR REC PROJECT

BEST OUTDOOR REC PROJECT

These outdoor recreation projects prove that big fun comes in all shapes and sizes—without having to leave your community.

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These outdoor recreation projects prove that big fun comes in all shapes and sizes—without having to leave your community.


American Ramp Company — Cook Family Park

  • Facility Name: Cook Family Park
  • City, State: Pleasant Grove, Utah
  • Cost of Project: $1.5 million
  • Type of Facility: All-Wheels Park, Skatepark, Bicycle Playground, Pump Track
  • Architectural Firm: Horrocks Engineering (Collaboration)
  • Lead Architect Name: Zachary Scott
  • Status: Complete
  • Square Footage: 31,000

Cook Family Park is one of Utah’s premier all-wheels destinations. Designed and built by American Ramp Company (ARC) in partnership with Horrocks Engineering, the 31,000-square-foot facility anchors a vibrant community recreation area that includes a destination playground and splash pad.

The park features a Velosolutions asphalt pump track, a kids’ bicycle playground, a concrete skatepark, and a Pro Series mini ramp—offering riders of all ages and abilities opportunities to ride, learn, and progress. Additionally, the park is home to other family-friendly amenities, including a Viking Ship within the splash pad, designed by Cre8Play.

Cook Family Park reflects ARC’s commitment to designing inclusive, high-quality spaces that encourage movement, creativity, and connection while strengthening communities through active recreation.


EP Climbing — Mammoth Creek Park

  • Facility Name: Mammoth Creek Park, Town of Mammoth Lakes
  • City, State: Mammoth Lakes, Calif.
  • Cost of Project: Mammoth Creek Park improvements since 2017—approximately $1.5M
  • Type of Facility: Climbing Boulder with Top Deck
  • Architectural Firm: Town of Mammoth Lakes
  • Lead Architect Name: Gina Montecallo, Assistant Town Planner
  • Status: Complete
  • Square Footage: 5,419
  • Number of Floors: 1

The Mammoth Lakes Climbing Boulder demonstrates the town’s commitment to building impactful recreational infrastructure that enhances public space and supports active lifestyles. Designed as both a training ground and a social gathering point, the project delivers a high-quality climbing experience that meets the needs of users across a wide range of abilities.

The 5,419-square-foot facility features a top-deck platform and a variety of climbing routes designed for skill progression, programming, and community use. Set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada, the boulder integrates seamlessly into the surrounding park environment, creating a destination that supports recreation, social connection, and community engagement.

Mammoth Lakes Tourism estimates annual visitation to Mammoth Lakes at over 3.5 million visitors. The town’s economy is derived from tourism, with Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) representing almost two-thirds of the town’s general fund.

By combining innovative design with functional versatility, the Mammoth Lakes Climbing Boulder has transformed an outdoor space into a focal point for exploration, challenge, and interaction, aligning with the town’s broader mission to improve quality of life through accessible and engaging recreation opportunities.


Mateflex—Harold Docherty Memorial Park

  • Facility Name: Pickleball Courts at Harold Docherty Memorial Park
  • City, State: Hillsborough, N.J.
  • Cost of Project: N/A
  • Type of Facility: Town Park
  • Organization: Mateflex Sports Flooring
  • General Manager: John Gleason
  • Status: Complete
  • Square Footage: 6,840

What was once an abandoned hockey rink—cracked, overgrown, and forgotten—has been completely transformed into a vibrant pickleball destination at Harold Docherty Memorial Park in Hillsborough, N.J.

The town sought a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution that could turn a neglected space into something the community could enjoy for years to come. Mateflex’s modular sports flooring was the perfect fit. Designed for all-weather performance, easy drainage, and exceptional durability, the new surface delivers a professional-grade playing experience that’s as beautiful as it is functional.

Today, the courts are buzzing with players of all ages, breathing new life into an area that once sat unused. The transformation not only revitalized a piece of local park history but also provided a safe, high-quality recreation space that promotes health, connection, and community pride. 

To see the dramatic before-and-after photos, visit the Mateflex Sports Flooring YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/F_nkG9D8dmo.


American Ramp Company — Wheels Park East

  • Facility Name: Wheels Park East
  • City, State: Casselberry, Fla.
  • Cost of Project: $893,500
  • Type of Facility: Velosolutions UCI Main Track with Beginner Loop & Safety Town
  • Status: Complete
  • Square Footage: Approximately 40,000

American Ramp Company partnered with the City of Casselberry to bring an innovative bike recreation destination to life within city limits. After years of collaboration, the design team created a fully customized plan shaped by site conditions, community priorities, and feedback from local stakeholders.

The result is an all-ages, all-abilities facility that balances fun with education and safety. Anchored by Florida’s largest Velosolutions asphalt pump track, the park features a flowing beginner loop designed to build rider confidence and progression. A dedicated “Safety Town” introduces children to real-world cycling scenarios through signage, directional routes, and interactive ride elements that teach road-safety skills in an engaging way.

By integrating recreation, learning, and community connectivity, the Casselberry Bike Park sets a new standard for inclusive design in Florida. It stands as a model for how municipalities can transform underused land into vibrant public spaces that encourage healthy outdoor activity and lifelong cycling habits.


American Ramp Company — Velocity Park

  • Facility Name: Velocity Park
  • City, State: Hot Springs, Ark.
  • Cost of Project: $232,823.82
  • Type of Facility: Bicycle Playground
  • Architectural Firm: American Ramp Company (ARC)
  • Lead Architect Name: Megan Bradley
  • Status: Complete
  • Square Footage: Approximately 12,000 

Velocity Park is a 12,000-square-foot bicycle playground designed and built by American Ramp Company (ARC) in partnership with Hot Springs Parks and Trails. The project completes a multi-year effort to transform a former industrial site into a vibrant recreation space for riders of all ages.

The park features sustainable asphalt tread surfacing, PBR skills elements, and a custom train tunnel celebrating Hot Springs’ rail heritage. Custom slalom poles mirror Oaklawn Park’s iconic racing markers, while benches, ring packages, and a bike repair station enhance comfort and accessibility.

Funded in part by the Arkansas Outdoor Recreation Grant, Velocity Park builds on ARC’s earlier asphalt pump track and skills course to form a connected, multi-ability cycling destination. Designed for progression, safety, and community engagement, the park embodies the city’s commitment to healthy outdoor living and creative placemaking.


American Ramp Company — Morrison Park

  • Facility Name: Morrison Park
  • City, State: Moreno Valley, Calif.
  • Cost of Project: $1,744,399
  • Type of Facility: Bike Park (Asphalt Pump Track, Jump Lines, and Bicycle Playground)
  • Architectural Firm: Michael Baker International
  • Lead Architect Name: Megan Bradley
  • Status: Under Construction

Morrison Park sets a new standard for inclusive and progressive bike park design in Southern California. Developed with American Ramp Company (ARC), Velosolutions, Michael Baker International, and the City of Moreno Valley, the all-asphalt facility combines a pump track, jump lines, and a bicycle playground in one dynamic space.

The project delivers several California firsts: the state’s first adaptive pump track, first asphalt jump line with manufactured features, and first asphalt bicycle playground. These components unite accessibility, innovation, and community impact, establishing Morrison Park as a model for cities nationwide.

Anchored by Southern California’s largest Velosolutions pump track, roughly 10 percent larger than Menifee’s, the park offers riders of all ages and abilities a safe, high-performance environment to learn and progress.

As ARC’s eighth pump track in Riverside County in five years, Morrison Park highlights the company’s leadership in active recreation and its mission to build inspiring, inclusive spaces that foster movement, connection, and community health.


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