Playgrounds, Dog Parks and Fishing

PLAYGROUNDS

Zuckerman Avenue

MWR maintains three playgrounds on Fort Benning. Two of these playgrounds are located on main post and completed renovations in October 2020. Both of our updated playgrounds include a new base material and rubber mulch made from 100% recyclable tires.

Russ Pond on main post has two play areas -- one near the parking lot area and the second one across the pond. The playground closest to the parking lot recently doubled in size with our newest updates and features a 9 ft. slither slide, play cubes and a rock climbing wall. Parents can enjoy the pond views on our shaded bench, while monitoring their children at play. The play area across the pond is smaller in size, making it the perfect place for younger kids.

The playground located on Zuckerman Avenue, is the biggest playground Fort Benning MWR maintains. The well-loved play place is wheelchair accessible and includes the whirl and merry-go-round which can actually fit a wheelchair inside. This playground’s newest additions include a branch-out canopy, musical toys, a variety of climbing and crawling areas, as well as swing sets and slides. Conveniently located next to one of the MWR Dog Parks, parents can take the little ones and four-legged love ones for an afternoon of fun all-in-one place!

The third playground is located at Kings Pond near Harmony Church. Stop by before or after enjoying the pond, so the kids can burn off some energy. DOG PARKS MWR has two dog parks on Main Post, one on the corner of Edwards and Carpenter streets and another on the corner of Zuckerman Avenue and 1st Division Road. MWR dog parks are managed by Outdoor Recreation and include agility playground equipment. Spaces are divided into two areas, one for dogs up to 25 pounds and one for larger dogs. Guests are legally responsible for their dog’s behavior.

FISHING ON FORT BENNING PONDS Armory Pond is located on main post on the northeast side of the Fort Benning Golf Course. Twilight Pond is located near Kelley Hill, the pond is easily accessible by dirt road. King’s Pond, located near Harmony Church, is the only area on the installation where primitive camping is permitted free of charge. Reservations are not required, except during MWR events. Weems and Victory Ponds are also located in Harmony Church. For directions and a full listing of amenities available at each location, visit benning.armymwr. com/programs/parks-ponds-trails. Hunting and fishing permits can be purchased with a valid state license. Post permits can be validated at the Recreational Shooting Complex. Please be advised, with the implementation of the new Regulation 200-1, a new requirement has been added for fishing. Fishermen are now required to check in and out of Kings Pond and Twilight Pond while fishing. Fishermen are also required to record their harvest for all eligible species.

DOG PARKS

MWR has two dog parks on Main Post, one on the corner of Edwards and Carpenter streets and another on the corner of Zuckerman Avenue and 1st Division Road. MWR dog parks are managed by Outdoor Recreation and include agility playground equipment. Spaces are divided into two areas, one for dogs up to 25 pounds and one for larger dogs. Guests are legally responsible for their dog’s behavior.

FISHING ON FORT BENNING PONDS

Armory Pond is located on main post on the northeast side of the Fort Benning Golf Course. Twilight Pond is located near Kelley Hill, the pond is easily accessible by dirt road. King’s Pond, located near Harmony Church, is the only area on the installation where primitive camping is permitted free of charge. Reservations are not required, except during MWR events. Weems and Victory Ponds are also located in Harmony Church. For directions and a full listing of amenities available at each location, visit benning.armymwr. com/programs/parks-ponds-trails.