General Information
Phone Numbers
(907) 747-4031 Parks and Recreation
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
100 Lincoln St.
Sitka,
AK
99835

Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Parks & Recreation

Welcome to the City of Sitka Parks and Recreation Division

To register for programs, request facility reservations, apply for scholarships and see all of our program offerings please visit http://recreation.cityofsitka.com

Mission Statement

To preserve the quality of life in Sitka by maintaining and expanding recreational opportunities for residents and visitors.

Contact Parks and Recreation at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org for more information


Commercial Recreational Land Use Forms

All Commercial Recreational Land Use permit applications will be reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Committee. The City Administrator may issue a permit for commercial recreational activities on City and Borough lands that are recommended by the Parks and Recreation Committee after public hearing and notice as outlined in CBS General Code 14.10.030. Comments regarding an application can be submitted to Committee members by emailing the Clerks Office (clerk@cityofsitka.org) or by emailing Committee members directly (Roster here). 

2025 Application Materials

All 2025 Application materials can be dropped off in person @ City Hall, 2nd Floor Public Works Wing, or emailed to recreation@cityofsitka.org. Applications must be complete before accepted and scheduled for review by the Parks and Recreation Committee (see Application Deadline Schedule document above).  

2024 Reconciliation Reports and End of Year Reporting

Commercial Use Temporary Permits


To register for a program, request a facility rental or sign-up for a membership, please go to http://recreation.cityofsitka.com and click on the Create New Account link to open your account. Be sure to add all the members of your household (including children) and your cell number with the carrier so we can text you with any last minute changes. Your new household account will provide you with registration history, financial history, and much more. We look forward to enjoying this enhanced registration experience with you.

Senior Exercise and Leisure Classes

CBS Swan Lake Senior Center Facilities Use Requests

CBS Sitka School District Facilities Use Requests


Information on City of Sitka facilities calendars and reservations requests can be found HERE

Contact Parks and Recreation at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org for more information on the following topics:

An Introduction to CBS Parks and Recreation Areas

Pioneer Park Picnic Shelter & Special Event Reservations - Reservations can be made through the Parks and Recreation department. Contact us at 907.747.4031 or recreation@cityofsitka.org

Pioneer Park is located next to Sea Mart grocery store. 

CBS Athletic Field Forms

Athletic Fields Maps


Tree and Landscape Committee & Tree Planting Information

Tree and Planting Information and Resources

Related Organizations