Town Park Oval & Warner Field Improvements

The Town of Telluride Parks & Recreation Department is making significant improvements to the Town Park Core Area, focusing on public spaces, recreational facilities, and infrastructure that benefit residents and visitors alike. These updates aim to make our downtown and surrounding areas safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable year-round.

Project Overview

• The Oval Construction
  • Surfacing and perimeter improvements to support community gatherings, special events, sports courts, and the winter ice rink.
  • Original design completed in 2021 and updated in 2025.
  • Partial carryover from 2025 in terms of scope and budget allocation.
• Warner Field Safety Netting
  • Installation of new outfield fencing and safety netting on part of Warner Field.
  • Full design completed in 2025.
  • Includes a new center-field gate to improve pedestrian circulation for special events and the general public.

Project Goals & Benefits

• Oval Improvements:
  • Support a wide range of existing uses: community gatherings, special events, informal activities, and winter ice rink.
  • Add new recreational opportunities to meet growing demand:
    • Basketball – the current court cannot meet demand.
    • Pickleball – the shared tennis court is insufficient during peak hours.
    • Wall ball – a new facility requested frequently by participants.
  • The proposed concrete surface will improve summer drainage and winter ice-making conditions.
  • A management plan will be developed and approved by the Parks & Recreation Commission to ensure fair and equitable use.
• Warner Field Safety Netting:
  • Protects surrounding facility users during adult softball games.
  • Potentially opens Core Area availability on Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday evenings and Saturday mornings/afternoons during adult softball season (mid-May through late-July).
  • Includes a new center-field gate to improve flow exiting Town Park during large events.

Project Planning

• 2020: Town Parks Master Plan Update – Zehren & Associates
• 2021:Core Area Improvements Design – included:
  • Skatepark (completed Spring 2022)
  • Warming Hut (design/build in 2024 & 2025)
  • Oval (construction anticipated Fall 2026 – Spring 2027, pending budget approval)
  • Vendor/festival staging areas (construction anticipated 2028, pending budget approval)
• 2025: Design verification and updates by CCA, including cost estimate and construction schedule

What's Next

• Permitting
• Competitive bid process for construction
• Construction contract execution
• Construction (Fall 2026 – Spring 2027)
• Management plan development & approval for Oval usage