Jackson Park Overhaul Will Add Splash Park, Dog Park and More
Medford plans five phases of improvements through 2029, including upgrades to Fagone Field, basketball courts, paths, parking, and the former aquatic center site.
AT A GLANCE
Park: Jackson Park, 815 Summit Ave., Medford
Phase 1: Splash park, restroom building, aquatic building renovations, shade structures, bike racks, and path reconstruction — completion planned for summer 2027.
Phase 2: Synthetic turf and other upgrades at Fagone Field, plus food truck parking — planned for late 2027 or early 2028.
Phase 3: New dog park along West Clark Street — planned for 2028.
Phase 4: Basketball court and parking improvements — planned for 2029.
Phase 5: Future amenity area and new 10-foot-wide asphalt path — no construction date set.
Cover Photo / Former Pool Site: Demolition work continues at the former Jackson Aquatic Center, where Phase 1 improvements will include a new splash park and renovations to the existing aquatic building. City of Medford.
MEDFORD, Ore. — Jackson Park is set for a major transformation over the next several years, with plans calling for a new splash park, dog park, expanded walking and biking paths, renovated recreation facilities, and upgrades throughout the 10.5-acre property.
The project is moving forward following a Park Development Review by the Medford Planning Commission last week.
The city plans to complete the work in five phases, beginning with redevelopment of the former Jackson Aquatic Center site and eventually extending across much of the park.
Jackson Park Improvement Plan: The city’s five-phase concept for Jackson Park includes a splash park, Fagone Field upgrades, a new dog park, basketball court improvements, expanded paths, and a future amenity area. City of Medford.
Phase 1 centers on a new splash park and improvements around the existing aquatic building.
Crews demolished the former pool tanks in May to clear the way for the splash park. Plans also call for a new restroom building, renovations to the aquatic building, bike racks, shade structures, and reconstruction of the path connecting the north parking area with the aquatic facility.
The first phase is scheduled for completion in summer 2027.
Fagone Field is next.
Phase 2 will replace the field surface with synthetic turf while refurbishing dugouts and restoring bleachers. A new wireless scoreboard is planned, along with a designated food truck parking space equipped with electrical and water hookups.
That work is expected in late 2027 or early 2028.
A new dog park is planned for Phase 3 on the north side of Jackson Park along West Clark Street.
The fenced area will include double-entry gates and a pet drinking fountain. The city expects that phase to be completed in 2028.
Phase 4 will focus on the park’s west side along South Columbus Avenue.
Plans call for improvements to both the basketball court and adjacent parking area. The court is expected to receive new asphalt and acrylic surfacing, polycarbonate backboards, and new fencing.
That phase is currently scheduled for 2029.
The final phase remains less defined.
A future amenity area is planned between the existing playground and Fagone Field, although the city has not yet determined what will ultimately be built there. Plans do include a new 10-foot-wide asphalt path through the area.
No construction schedule has been set for Phase 5.
The broader redevelopment also expands the park’s path system, creating additional connections throughout the property.
Jackson Park sits next to Jackson Elementary School at 815 Summit Ave. According to the city, approximately 1,000 households and 2,500 residents live within a half-mile of the park.
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