Gulley Park — Attraction in Fayetteville

Nice trails, playgrounds, and open spaces. Located between Township Street and Old Wire Road, Gulley Park quickly became one of Fayetteville's most utilized parks. This 27-acre park includes several natural features such as trees, Niokaska Creek, open fields, and a pond. There is also a paved and lighted 1.5-mile trail that circles the park.

The land for Gulley Park was purchased from the Fred Gulley family in 1988. In late 2014, the City of Fayetteville expanded Gulley Park with the acquisition of a ten-acre parcel on the park's north side. The acquisition included two houses which were publicly sold through a bidding process. The larger of the homes was purchased by Apple Seeds, Inc., a non-profit organization committed to the inspiration of healthy living through garden-based education. As a stipulation of the offer, Apple Seeds requested a 20-year lease of an adjacent two acres for the establishment of an interpretive teaching farm. Because the mission and ideas of Apple Seeds complemented the objectives of the City to establish public gardens and orchards, provide education regarding fresh food sourcing, and increase public knowledge on farm-to-table food processing, the City agreed to the sale and...

This a great park, but until the city stops people from letting theirs dogs off lead then I go to it cautiously. The number of run ins with pretentious joggers with dogs on no leash is memorizing. Just yesterday I was there with my dogs and ran into a nice couple with a rescue dog who was learning to re-adjust to people and other dogs and they would give a heads up to anyone walking their dogs. I kept my dogs at a distance but that didn't stop the dog of a jogger with no leash from ruining the experience for the couple ending with them leaving after their dog became terrified and defensive. Gulley park is great but a small handful of self righteous people are slowly ruining it. Common courtesy goes a long way to making a...

Gully Park is a fantastic spot for all ages. The park connects seamlessly to the greenway, making it perfect for walking or biking. The new playground is a hit with kids, and the gully that runs through the park adds a charming natural touch. The splash pad is a refreshing feature, especially on hot days. There’s plenty of open grass for picnics, along with well-placed benches and picnic tables for relaxing. Birdwatchers will enjoy the variety of birds, and there’s ample parking for everyone. The park is well-maintained, with very little trash, and the community board is super helpful for staying updated on local events. Overall, it’s a clean, spacious, and well-kept park that’s perfect for a...