GLASSFORD DELLS REGIONAL PARK
EXPLORING THE POSSIBILITIES
Glassford Dells Regional Park Steering Committee
September 27, 2023
WHO WE ARE
Daniel Bradshaw, PLA
Brian Underwood
Lexy Wellott, AICP
Community. Culture. Commitment
GLASSFORD DELLS GOALS
1. Grow the Parks System
• Increase the proportion of park acres per population through a variety of park type amenities, and open space options.
• Develop a network of parks, trails and open spaces that protect the natural areas in public spaces in Prescott Valley and connect to population centers that will support the needs of all residents through well designed parks and recreation amenities.
2. Trails
• Provide a park and recreation system offering the community a variety of parks and services that integrate environmental design, safety, community needs and emerging trends.
3. Park Land Improvements
• Provide a park and recreation system offering the community a variety of parks and services that integrate environmental design, safety, community needs and emerging trends.
4. Economic Development Through Parks
• Parks and recreation play a significant role in business attraction, residential development and the overall quality of life.
• Invest in infrastructure and services at future regional park systems.
• Develop athletic fields that can support sports tourism through mid-scale baseball, softball and soccer tournaments.
• Expand special events, festivals and outdoor recreation activities that appeal to those living within a 2-hour drive time of Prescott Valley.
PRIORITY NEEDS
2001 Cultural Assessment
2019 Parks & Recreation Community Needs Assessment
Population ~ 25,467
Census Bureau 2001
Population ~ 49,075
Census Bureau 2022
Population ~ 46,769
Census Bureau 2019
402 Responses
WHAT ARE THE POSSIBILITIES?
OPTION #1: TRAILS
Main Features:
• New Hiking & Biking Trails
• Dog Park
• Expanded Trailhead Parking Area
• Additional Picnic Areas
• More Interpretive Signage
• Public Restroom
OPTION #2: ADVENTURE PARK
Main Features:
• New Hiking & Biking Trails
• Dog Park
• Expanded Trailhead Parking Area
• Additional Picnic Areas
• More Interpretive Signage
• Public Restroom
• ADA Paths
• Scenic Chair Lift
• Lift-Served Downhill Mountain Biking
• Ziplines, Ropes, or Challenge Courses
• Small-Scale Retail / Food Options
• Park Becomes a Destination
OPTION #3: REGIONAL PARK
Main Features:
• New Hiking & Biking Trails
• Dog Park
• Expanded Trailhead Parking Area
• Additional Picnic Areas
• More Interpretive Signage
• Public Restroom
• ADA Paths
• Scenic Chair Lift
• Lift-Served Downhill Mountain Biking
• Ziplines, Ropes, or Challenge Courses
• Hospitality & Retail Opportunities
• Ball Fields & Sports Courts
• Playground & Splash Pad
• Pavilion / Amphitheater
• Visitor / Heritage Center
• Interpretative / Demonstration Gardens
• Park REALLY Becomes a Destination
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
City Park Trail – Draper, UT
Hillside Mountain Bike Park Adjacent to Residential Neighborhood
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Eagle Sports Park– Boise, ID
Hillside Mountain Bike Park and Sports Facility
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Sweetwater – San Diego, CA
Hillside Mountain Bike Park Adjacent to Residential Neighborhood
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Posse Grounds Park – Sedona, AZ
78-Acre Regional Park with Sports Courts, Bike Park and Pavilion for Festivals
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Spider Mountain – Austin TX
Lift Access Mountain Bike Park For All Abilities
LIFT OPTIONS
CHAIR LIFT
CABLE CAR
TOW LIFT
HILLTOP DESTINATION
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Paloma Park – Peoria, AZ
40 Acre Active Recreation Park with Ball Fields and Playgrounds
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Alamar Park – Avondale, AZ
40-Acre Active Recreation Park with Variety Of Sports and Play Facilities
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Summit Adventure – Park City, UT
High Adventure Ropes Course and Zip Line
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Passive Community Park, Demonstration Gardens & Education Center
Conservation Garden – Jordan, UT
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center – Fort Davis TX
Desert Interpretive Center With Trails And Gardens
PRECEDENT PROJECTS
Urban Camping – Asheville, NC
Urban Camping and Lodge Adjacent to Residential Community
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
RESTAURANTS IN THE PARK HOSPITALITY IN THE PARK RETAIL IN THE PARK
FESTIVALS AT THE PARK
PERFORMANCES IN THE PARK
EDUCATION IN THE PARK
TOURNAMENTS AT THE PARK
OPTION
#4:
WHAT’S THE POSSIBILITY?