Recreation Update
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Tennis
At the Kingsdale Tennis Center, we strive to help you develop a true love for the game of tennis. With our comprehensive program and with the care and attention of our professionally trained staff, you’ll hone your skills and find a renewed passion for the game while making friends that will last a lifetime.
Whether you want to socialize, have fun exercising, build and train as a team or strengthen your techniques with one-on-one instruction, we offer individualized services for every age and skill level. And now, the KTC is open for affordable, year-long memberships to both Bella Vista POA Members and Non-Members alike.
Fitness
The POA has three facilities with various fitness equipment and exercise classes. Branchwood is located on the west side of Bella Vista and includes an indoor swimming pool, Metfield on the east side, and Bella Vista Recreation Center in the middle part of the city.
We are a proud provider of the Silver Sneakers and the Silver & Fit programs, yet we provide all types of classes for any age. You will find something to keep you moving, from Spin classes, Tai Chi, Yoga, Fit Blast, and Water Fitness to Bocce Ball and Pickleball!
Open to POA Members and their Guests Only (with proper ID)
Parks and Pavilions
Bella Vista has over a dozen parks with covered pavilions, picnic tables, grills, activities, green space, and breathtaking views. These areas are perfect for family picnics or group events. To reserve a pavilion, contact Metfield at (479) 855-8165.
Dog Park
The Dog Park is located at Loch Lomond Park. Hours are sunrise to sunset unless noted.
If there are any issues, dog park users are encouraged to call the POA Lakes and Parks Rangers at (479) 876-9581.
Mini Golf Course
OZ ZONE MINI GOLF – Kingsdale Park
The 18-hole mini golf course is located near Bella Vista Recreation Center in Kingsdale Park. The course features some familiar attractions from the land of OZ plus other fun features like the Loop De Loop and Vortex. It is offered free to POA Members and their guests.
Open for play everyday (weather dependent) from 8 a.m. to dusk. Putters, balls and scorecards are available at Bella Vista Recreation Center during its hours of operation and at the Kingsdale Pool in the Summer. You are also welcome to bring your own equipment.
Disc Golf
An all new 18-hole disc golf course at Branchwood Recreation Center was opened summer of 2018. The course is open to all, from beginners to seasoned players. The course is available from sun up to sun down. There’s no fee for POA members to play on the course.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a fast growing sport that’s a little bit of Tennis, elements of Badminton and a dash of Ping-Pong. Here in Bella Vista we have several courts that can be played on at different locations. Due to the increased popularity of the sport, Bella Vista is currently adding more courts for more games and fun.
Swimming Pools
Branchwood has an indoor swimming pool that is very popular for relaxing and aquatic exercise.
Kingsdale Complex near Riordan and Metfield have outdoor pools. Kingsdale offers an adult only pool, family pool, and small wading pool. Metfield has a family pool and separate wading pool.
All pools are open to POA Members and their Guests Only (with proper ID)
The Beach At Lake Avalon
The Beach at Lake Avalon — a large sandy beach, a swim area, beach volleyball courts, paddleboard and kayak rentals, and small concessions stand.
The private beach is open to POA Members and their Guests Only (with proper ID)
Campgrounds
As a long-time Good Sam Club affiliate, this scenic park features 64 RV spaces, primitive tent camping, picnic areas, a restroom and shower facility with a laundry area and a lounge, wireless internet service, plus access to the Blowing Springs Trails and The Back 40 Trail. Blowing Springs Park is conveniently located within a short driving distance to area attractions.
Tent and primitive camping is available in designated grassy sites. Each site includes a grassy area, camp fire ring, picnic table and parking area.
Biking and Hiking
Northwest Arkansas is known for its biking and hiking trails, many of which are in Bella Vista. The trails in Bella Vista were designed and constructed primarily for mountain biking, although use of the trails for hiking is permitted. With numerous elevation changes due to the Ozark Mountains, you can find various levels of challenging trails. But that isn’t all. We have paved walking trails available at Lake Bella Vista, Loch Lomond and Branchwood. And, bring your furry friends with you to the Loch Lomond trail as there is a dog park for their enjoyment.
Gun Range
The Highlands Gun Range is located on the far west side of Bella Vista and is set-up for both trap and skeet and rifle/pistol. It has three trap fields and two skeet fields with overlay. The 100-yard rifle range features six covered shooting benches, while the 25-yard pistol range offers covered shooting positions and a covered waiting area at the 50-yard mark.
Members and their guests are required to bring their own guns and ammunition. The Range is staffed during posted hours.
