Practices

Rouse Park focuses on providing diverse recreational opportunities through sports, camps, and community events. It hosts baseball, softball, football, soccer, and pickleball tournaments, along with lessons in basketball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, and fishing. The park collaborates with local coaches and experts to deliver skill-building programs for youth and adults.

Offerings

Facilities include fields, courts, playgrounds, and two pavilions available for weddings, parties, and events. Annual events like the R100 Archery Shoot and Canon City Classic Pickleball Tournament take place here. The park also supports the Junior Ranger Program, offering hands-on outdoor learning for children aged 5–11.

Visiting

Rouse Park is open to the public for daily use of its fields and playgrounds. Pavilions and facilities require reservations, which must be made in person at the District Office (575 Ash Street) at least 72 hours in advance. Reservations are available for parties, weddings, and events at multiple parks across Canon City.

How to Buy or Reserve

To reserve pavilions or facilities, contact the Cañon City Area Recreation and Park District at 719-275-1578. For event participation or lessons, visit the district’s website for registration details. Programs like soccer camps, archery events, and fishing lessons are open to the public with registration required.

Location

Pavilions are available at Rouse Park, Old Harrison Park, Pathfinder Regional Park, Eagle Wing, and John Griffin Regional Park. All locations are accessible to residents and visitors in Canon City and surrounding areas.