Casey Jones Park

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Casey Jones Park is a 103-acre site with a variety of amenities. It has a rich history and has long been used for rodeo events and town dances as well as many other festival type events. 

The Casey Jones Pavilion is a historic structure within Casey Jones Park that has been used for community events and functions for over 100 years. With a maximum occupancy of 99, the Pavilion has a raised stage, restrooms, a bar area, and can be used for small weddings, corporate functions, or family events.   The Pavilion hosts  the Elbert County Market Place on many Saturdays throughout the year. Contact the Park Office to check availability for your next event.

The playground at Casey Jones Park includes a small play system with monkey bars, a bridge, and a slide. There are two climber systems to include an inclined web crawler and a small rock wall with netting, a swing set, and for those who like to get a little dizzy there are two spinners to play on.

The trail in Casey Jones Park is approximately 1.5 miles in length and meanders through the natural area of the northern and eastern sections of the park.  It is a soft surface trail approximately 8 feet wide. The trail can be used for walking / running, bicycling, and horseback riding.  No motorized vehicles are permitted except for mobility assist devices and e-bikes.  Access the trail by parking at the north end of the baseball fields.  The loop trail begins at the northwest corner of the parking area.   

The ball fields within Casey Jones Park are the home to the District’s adult softball leagues and may be used by the public when not permitted for District programs or private events / functions. Both fields have lights, and the outfields can be used for soccer, football and other activities as needed. Contact the Park Office to permit fields.

The rodeo grounds is the venue for the annual Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo that is held in early June. It has also been host to many other events to include Dog shows, Celtic events, Mounted Ranger training, concerts, and more. The arena is open for public use / riding when not permitted. Contact the Park Office to check availability for your next event.

4 new courts were added to the park in 2024. Courts are open for drop-in play when not being used for programs or events. Access courts from County Road 17, just south of the church.  

The Nest is an artificial turf field installed in 2024 and is home to the Elizabeth High School Lady Cardinals. The field is also used for youth t-ball and coach pitch baseball programming. The Nest is open for public use when not permitted. 

The Dog Park is  located just off County Road 17 down the service road towards the Rodeo arena and Casey Jones Ballfields.  The dog park is completely fenced  and has pine trees for shade. Please be sure to pick up all pet waste.