Parks & Rec
The majority of Dryden Park was donated by John and Helen Dryden on September 18, 1924. Mr. Dryden, was originally the owner of a stage line that connected Kearney, Loup City and New Helena. Additional lots were purchased in 1940 and 1954. Dryden is a neighborhood park with a variety of amenities and large, stately trees. The park is home to the University of Nebraska-Kearney Women's Softball team. in 2015, a splash pad was added, along with playground upgrades and a perimeter walking path.
Enjoy the following amenities at Dryden Park:
Ball Diamond (lighted)
Basketball Court (half court)
Concession Stand
Drinking Fountain
Electrical Outlets
Grill(s)
Perimeter Walking Path
Picnic Tables
Playground
Restrooms
Shelter
Splash Pad - Open late May - mid-September 8:00am - 8:00pm
Basketball
Baseball
Softball
Cornhole
Drone Racing
Fitness Training
Kickball
Other Sport or Activity
Roundnet
Ultimate Frisbee
Bleachers
Chairs
Cleaning Station
Concessions
Hand Sanitizing Station
Lighting
Parking
Restrooms
Scoreboard
Speakers
Manager