OUR Parks

Did you know the Hempfield recCenter manages and maintains the parks in West Hempfield Township? Our team of dedicated staff work tirelessly to ensure that the parks are clean, safe, and enjoyable for residents and visitors alike.

Many of our programs also take place in our community parks like flag football, summer family movie nights, nature hikes, yoga in the park and more!

2025 Pavilion Reservations start October 1, 2024 

Are you having a family reunion, birthday party, baby shower or any other gathering? If so, we got you COVERED at one of the West Hempfield Township Park Pavilions (Fairview, Ironville, Silver Spring and Lake Grubb Nature Park)! Pavilion reservations will be accepted in person at the front desk of Hempfield recCenter. Call 717-898-3102 for availability. Pavilions are rented on a first come, first serve basis.

Download Our Pavilion Rental Application

Registration form and payment must be submitted to secure your reservation. Specific question about the parks or amenities contact Cristine Maser at or (717)898-3102×139 

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LAKE GRUBB

667-669 Hempfield Hill Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

The park is the site of a former iron ore mine. The ore pit has filled with water, creating Lake Grubb. The park is approximately 54 acres in size. The site is heavily wooded, with a hiking trail encircling the lake. Several fishing areas have been developed. Boating, swimming, and pets are not allowed.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • 2 pavilions with seating for up to 100 people each
  • picnic tables/grills
  • comfort station with flush toilets
  • electrical outlets at the pavilion
  • swings, playground activity area
  • 1-mile hiking trail
  • 1/4 mile ADA accessible trail
  • fishing areas
Fairview Park

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FAIRVIEW PARK

557 Norwood Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

The park is approximately 40 acres in size, including an 18-hole disc golf course. The terrain is gentle, sloping toward a wooded area to the north. The site has a paved parking area, landscaped trees and shrubs, pavilions and athletic fields.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

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  • 2 pavilions, each seat up to 100 people
  • 1 pavilion with seating for 30 people
  • 18 hole disc golf course
  • 1 baseball field
  • 1 soccer field
  • 1 basketball court
  • 1 sand volleyball court
  • 1 street hockey rink
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • picnic tables/grills
  • comfort station, flush toilets
  • electrical outlets at each pavilion
  • small hiking trail
  • woods and open space
  • swings, playground activity area
Silver Spring Park

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SILVER SPRING PARK

3800 Ironville Pike, Columbia, PA 17512

The park is situated on a small level plateau which is open and approximately 11 acres in size. The site has a paved parking area, landscaped trees and shrubs, a pavilion and athletic fields.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • 1 pavilion with seating for up to 100 people
  • 1 baseball field
  • 1 soccer field
  • 1 sand volleyball court
  • picnic tables/grills
  • comfort station with flush toilets
  • electrical outlets at the pavilion
  • swings, playground activity area
Ironville Community Park

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IRONVILLE COMMUNITY PARK

711-725 Prospect Rd, Columbia, PA 17512

The park is situated on a level plateau on top of one of the highest points in the township. It is the former location of the Ironville Fire Company. The entire park is approximately 8.8 acres in size. The site has a paved parking area, a pavilion, basketball court, playground equipment, and open areas for athletic games.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • 1 pavilion with seating for up to 100 people
  • picnic tables/grills
  • comfort station with flush toilets
  • electrical outlets at the pavilion
  • swings, playground activity area
  • basketball court

Other Parks

4448 Miller Dr, Mount Joy, PA 17552

This park is approximately 3.5 acres in size and has gentle terrain with an area which slopes toward a drainage basin. The park is specifically designed as a neighborhood park to serve the immediate residential area. No off-street parking, pavilions, or comfort stations are provided.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • picnic tables
  • swings, playground activity area
  • basketball court

Laurel Run & Birchwood Lane, Columbia, PA 17512

This park is approximately two acres in size with sloping terrain. The park is specifically designed as a neighborhood park to serve the immediate residential area. No off-street parking, pavilions, or comfort stations are provided.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • picnic tables
  • swings, playground activity area
  • basketball court

552 Bald Eagle Ct, Lancaster, PA 17601

The park is approximately 3.5 acres in size with sloping terrain. The park is specifically designed as a neighborhood park to serve the immediate residential area. No off-street parking, pavilions, or comfort stations are provided.

Park Hours: 

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • picnic tables
  • swings, playground activity area
  • basketball court

Wildflower Ln & Spring Run, Mountville, PA 17554

The park is approximately three acres in size and is divided by a small stream with a wooded area to the north. The park is specifically designed as a neighborhood park to serve the immediate residential area. No off-street parking, pavilions, or comfort stations are provided.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • picnic tables/grills
  • swings, playground activity area
  • basketball court

N Donerville Rd & Glengreen Dr., Lancaster PA 17601

The park is approximately 9.15 acres in size. The park is specifically designed as a neighborhood park to serve the immediate residential area. No pavilions or comfort stations are provided.

Park Hours:

Dawn to dusk, with patrols by local police.

Site Amenities:

  • playground activity area
  • basketball court
  • walking trail