Commons Park is a popular park, in part beacuse it's located near the schools. For the athletic types, there is plenty to enjoy. It has soccer fields, tennis courts, football fields, and more. The largest plaground in the city is in this park as well, which is exciting for the kids. It also has a big hill for sledding in the winter, a skating rink as well as a hockey rink, and a warming house for when you're done with the winter activities. There is also an enclosed shelter to rest in for other inclement weather.