Tulsa County Parks

In 1962, Northside County Park opened to the public and was mainly used as a picnic area with six concrete picnic tables. In 1966, the park was renamed O'Brien Park in memory of Commissioner Frank O’Brien.

Tulsa County Parks is proud to offer two outstanding public golf facilities.
At LaFortune Park Golf Course, golfers can enjoy two 18-hole courses, including a lighted par-3 course with stadium lighting for evening play, plus a driving range and dedicated putting and chipping practice areas.

At South Lakes Golf Course , you'll find a unique 18-hole round beneath the approach to Jenks-Riverside Airport, where beautiful fairways and low-flying aircraft create an unforgettable golfing experience.

💚Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just getting started, we invite you to tee it up at LaFortune Park Golf Course or South Lakes Golf Course.

On June 20, 1958, Chandler Park was announced to open. Just two miles from Tulsa city limits, on the west side of the river. The Arrow points to the Standard Industries rock crusher with straddled the “River” road, now known as Avery Road.
[Tulsa Tribune photo 1958]

Today marked a special milestone as we unveiled the new entrance signage at LaFortune Park at both 51st Street and 61st Street alongside members of the LaFortune family.💚
As we continue installing new entrance signs across Tulsa County Parks, we're proud to put our mark on the places that bring our community together. Each sign represents our commitment to these parks while honoring the history and families who helped shape them. We're almost finished adding new signage to all of our park properties, and we look forward to celebrating each one along the way! 💚

Welcome to Chandler Park! 💚
In 1958, Claude Chandler donated 100 acres of his former quarry to Tulsa County, creating what would become our second county park. Today, Chandler Park has grown to 192 acres and is one of Tulsa's most scenic destinations, offering breathtaking views of downtown Tulsa and Sand Springs.

Whether you're hiking a nature trail, playing a round on the Moose or Bear disc golf courses, both ranked among the best in the state, cooling off at our nationally recognized Splash Park, enjoying a picnic or simply taking in the view, there's always something to discover at Chandler Park.

Come see why this west Tulsa treasure has been bringing people together for generations!

Does your pup love to swim? PuppyPalooza is the perfect way to end the summer!

In 1960, LaFortune Park opened as the first county park in Oklahoma. It featured a premier golf course, clubhouse, playgrounds, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and baseball diamonds.

Welcome to Haikey Creek Park! 💚
Named after C. Ben Haikey, a preacher and tribal member of the Union Band of Opotheleyahola Creek, now known as the Muscogee Nation, this 170-acre park is full of ways to play.

Whether you're hitting the 18-hole disc golf course, walking the 2.3-mile trail, or enjoying a picnic, there's something for everyone at Haikey Creek Park. And here's a fun fact: Haikey Creek Park is the only Tulsa County park where you can stand in two places at once, with Bixby to the west and Broken Arrow to the east.

📍 11327 S. Garnett Ave.

In 1920, the Lost City Stone Company was established, becoming the first of three limestone quarries to operate in this area. The company supplied the stone used to pave Tulsa’s streets. By the mid-1920s, F. Zenith Limestone Co. was in full operation, sending massive limestone blocks down the cliffs toward the banks of the Arkansas River. Crews drilled nearly 20 holes a day, filling them with dynamite to blast the rock face. In 1928, pressure built up inside the holes, causing an early explosion that tragically killed workers and trapped others. By the 1950s, the quarry changed hands and became Chandler Materials Co., marking the end of quarry operations in the area.

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