A community hub with a playground and sports fields!

Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park (formerly North Lake Park) is truly a hub for the Salisbury community. Situated next to the Salvation Army’s Richard Hazel Youth Center, you’ll find kids engaged in youth sports and other community activities all year round here.

The park features a new playground with lots of unique climbing structures as well as slides and balancing features on a mulch ground surface. While we love this playground for older kids (think those kids that can independently climb more advanced ladders and climbing walls), it may not be the best choice for toddlers. Given the lack of smaller play structures and the fact that the park remains fairly busy, little ones may have more difficulty safely accessing the equipment.

However, if you’re nearby with a toddler that needs to expel some energy, you’re in luck. The park has ample room to run around and even has a walking trail that leads to a small beach area with a fishing pier.

If it’s sports you’re looking for. Billy Gene Jackson Park has you covered. Visitors will find a softball field, basketball courts, as well as tennis courts that can double as pickleball courts. All of the fields and courts are lighted. Be aware that these fields are often used for youth sports leagues so they may not be available on weekends in-season.

The park also features a concession stand (for use during youth sports games) as well as restroom facilities. Visitors will also find covered picnic tables for lunch or a snack. Leashed pets are welcome (don’t forget to clean up after Fido, though!)