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Historic Thompson Park
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      • Rentals
    • Calendar
    • Contact Us
    • Gallery
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    • Things To Do
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    • Friends of Thompson Park
  • Facilities
    • Park Features
    • Rentals
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  • Gallery

Park Features

Zoo New York

Exercise Trails & County Drives

Children's Creative Playground

Visiting the area? Have family in town? Or just a local looking for something to do? Zoo New York operated by the Thompson Park Conservancy is home to native New York animals that are a must-see when visiting Thompson Park!


May - October: Open 7 days a week 10:00am - 5:00pm


 November – April: Open Saturdays & Sundays only

11 am - 3 pm

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Children's Creative Playground

Exercise Trails & County Drives

Children's Creative Playground

Historic Thompson Park features a creative playground for children of all ages. The playground has spinners, swings, climbing structures, slides and sensory panels. They playground can be enjoyed year round. The playground has a natural appearance to stay cohesive with the park. 

Municipal Pool & Splash Pad

Exercise Trails & County Drives

Exercise Trails & County Drives

Splash Pad & Pool is now CLOSED for the season!

The Thompson Park Pool and Splash Pad are the perfect places to cool off and enjoy in the summer. 


Open from 12 pm to 7 pm seven days a week. Holidays may vary. Pool is free of charge. Children 13 years of age & younger must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. In case of pool time changes or severe weather, please call 315-785-7775  in advance if in doubt.


Pool opens for weekends only: Saturday, May 28th 2022

Open for season: Tuesday, June 28th 2022

Hours: 12:00pm - 7:00pm


Exercise Trails & County Drives

Exercise Trails & County Drives

Exercise Trails & County Drives

With entrances from Park Circle, Gotham Street or Franklin Street, each drive has incredible scenic views. There are multiple exercise trails throughout the park as well.

Thompson Park is the perfect place to enjoy whether you are on a lunch break, walking your dog, or out enjoying nature.

Tennis Courts

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

Tennis Courts

Located next to what is known as Kite Hill, the tennis courts (2) are surrounded by the greenery of the park which makes for a great view while enjoying the game. 

Soccer Field

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

Tennis Courts

The soccer field at Thompson Park is located next to the pool. It is a flat open space perfect for practice or a game. 

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

There are several stone pavilions and stairways within Thompson Park. The original architecture combined with the scenery of the park is what makes Thompson park so unique. 

Honor the Mountain Monument

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

Stone Pavilions & Stairways

 Built in 2016, in the Tower Square, the Honor the Mountain Monument is a symbol of the North Country community’s eternal gratitude for the service of the 10th Mountain Division’s Soldiers, based at Fort Drum. 

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Cross-Country Ski Trails

Cross-Country Ski Trails

Cross-Country Ski Trails

In the winter months, many of the trails within the park are used as cross-country ski trails. You can find all the trails within Thompson Park on All Trails, click the link below to see! 

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Sledding Areas

Cross-Country Ski Trails

Cross-Country Ski Trails

There are several areas of Thompson Park that the community has used as sledding areas. Kite Hill turns into the perfect Sled Hill in the winter months. 

Historic Thompson Park

Thompson Park, 1 Thompson Park, Watertown, New York 13601, United States

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