Parks & Recreation
Outdoor recreation and family-friendly spaces are an important part of life in Logan. Residents enjoy access to local parks, recreational facilities, nearby trails and scenic western Iowa landscapes that make it easy to stay active year-round.
Local Parks
Local public parks include our City Park and Milliman Park. These green areas provide gathering spaces for youth athletics, picnics, family activities and community events.
Logan City Park
Logan's City Park is a great place to play, picnic or just relax. It is the only park in the county that is located just off the highway and takes up a full city block. Many of the town's annual events are held on the park lawn or in the amphitheater. The park also features all-weather courts for a game of tennis or basketball.
Milliman Park
Milliman Park, otherwise known as Tourist Park, offers a picnic area, playground and a youth soccer field, along with two full acres to play a game of Frisbee, baseball or just relax and get away from it all.
Jim Wood Aquatic Center
Since opening on July 4, 2009, the Jim Wood Aquatic Center has been a place where families, friends and neighbors come together to swim, have fun and make memories!
This incredible community project became a reality thanks to years of local fundraising and overwhelming support from area residents. In 2008, the community passed a bond referendum with an amazing 88% voter approval, while the Jim Wood Foundation pledged $1.1 million over 20 years to help build the facility.
Today, the aquatic center serves as a summertime destination for families and visitors of all ages. Open seven days a week from Memorial Day through August, the facility offers a fun, safe and welcoming environment to cool off, relax and enjoy the season, as well as a place of employment for seasonal workers.
The Jim Wood Aquatic Center offers:
• Daily swimming
• Seasonal pool passes
• Pool parties
• Swim lessons
• Swim team programs
For more information, call 712-644-3191 or visit their Facebook page for the most current information and updates.
Recreation Opportunities
Did you know that Logan is the only Iowa community to be located on three byways? The community is proudly connected by the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway, the Western Skies Scenic Byway and the historic Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway.
Located in the beautiful Loess Hills region near the Boyer River, Logan offers many opportunities to get outdoors and experience Iowa’s natural beauty. Residents and visitors alike can explore nearby attractions including Wilson Island Recreation Area, DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge, Willow Lake Recreation Area and Schaben Park.
Outdoor recreation opportunities include:
Community parks and playgrounds
Youth sports programs
Camping and fishing nearby
Hiking and scenic drives
Wildlife and nature viewing
Family-friendly outdoor activities
Whether you enjoy peaceful evenings outdoors or active weekends with family and friends, Logan offers a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by scenic landscapes and small-town charm.
Looking for even more local attractions? Be sure to visit the Harrison County Historical Village Welcome Center, conveniently located between Logan and Missouri Valley along Highway 30.