Pine Nursery Park – Phase 5

January 2023 – RFP for a design consultant published

March 19, 2024 – Board of directors approve preferred concept design

April 4, 2024 – Design Consultant contract awarded

February 2025 – Application submitted for a Travel Oregon Grant (Not awarded)

August 6, 2025 – Construction Contract awarded

October 2025 – Construction begins

Pine Nursery Phase 5 Preferred Concept Design

Updated: Oct. 27, 2025

What are the impacts to Pine Nursery Park during construction?

Pine Nursery Park is one of the most popular and frequently visited parks in the community. Because of the large size, we anticipate minimal disruptions to park users during construction. Patrons can expect to see different parts of the project completed at different times over several months. There will be temporary fencing and signs in place, so we ask for patience and adherence to construction zones.

While weather may impact construction, we are able to complete a fair amount of work through the winter. The contractor manages the construction sequencing, but the overall duration is expected to be approximately one year. We will do our best to provide advance notice of impacts such as closures and detours via signage.

What is the history of Pine Nursery Park’s development phases?

The property was acquired in 2004, requiring two acts of Congress. A phased plan was created and the amenities enjoyed today were developed over time.

• Phase 1 – South side fields, park entry and central parking, pumphouse, pond, off-leash dog area and perimeter trail
• Phase 2 – North side paving/parking lot and infrastructure, pickleball courts
• Phase 3 – Shelter, restrooms, dugouts and shades, off-leash area expansion, playground
• Phase 4 – Partner-built amenities including turf fields and sand volleyball courts
• Phase 5 – Current phase

Phase 5 will construct many improvements across the park, including a pedestrian connection to Deschutes Market Road, a new full court basketball court, eight new pickleball courts, off-leash area improvements, lighting and paving repair for the perimeter loop trail, conversion of a shed to a permanent space for Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS), conversion of infields to artificial turf, addition of sports field lighting and maintenance area improvements, including a new storage shed and fencing.

Was public outreach done for the Phase 5 project?

Phase 5 is the continuation of a planning and outreach process that was conducted over many years. BPRD began an extensive outreach process in 2002 for the design and development of Pine Nursery Park. The process created the Phased Plan (formerly known as the Master Plan) and each phase completes all the amenities over time that were planned through the outreach process and approved by Deschutes County in the conditional use permit. Prior to starting the project, Phase 5 amenities and locations were evaluated to confirm they continue to align with community needs and fit into the approved plan.

There will not be additional outreach at this time, but BPRD always welcomes feedback or questions on current projects.

Will additional sport courts be added with this phase?

Additional sport courts were among the amenities considered for Phase 5 of Pine Nursery Park, and a full-size basketball court will be added as well as additional pickleball courts. Decisions were informed by community recreation needs survey data, funding availability, activity compatibility with other park uses and other factors.

Will field lighting be added with this phase?

Field lighting is being added to the existing ball fields. BPRD has very few lit fields across the community, and they enable the extended use of fields into evening hours and/or fall season.

The new pickleball courts will also be lit. The new athletic lighting follows BPRD standard practices and is certified under the DarkSky International Outdoor Sports Lighting Program.

What is the relationship with outside groups at Pine Nursery Park?

Many amenities and activities that are provided to the community are supported through partnerships with local groups. Pine Nursery Park currently includes pickleball courts, artificial turf fields, and sand volleyball courts because of partnerships that resulted in development of these amenities quickly for the community to use and enjoy.

Each group works under a signed agreement with BPRD for the design, construction and use of the amenity. The agreements also ensure public access because of the location within the park.

Will pedestrian access be added from Deschutes Market Road into the park?

Paved pedestrian access into the park is part of the project. For everyone’s safety, we ask park users to continue to use existing access points to the park while the new access is under construction.

What is planned for the Off-Leash Area for dogs?

Three new entries to the off-leash area will be constructed as part of the project. One will replace the existing southern entry that is currently closed for construction, and two additional new entries will be added. One entry will be on the southeast side from Deschutes Market Road. The other will be off the southwest side, just north of the new pickleball courts.

Additional improvements to the off-leash area include a path from the new western entry that will provide paved, ADA-compliant access from the parking lot to the lawn and improved access to the entry of the lawn to address some drainage issues in certain weather conditions.

Access to the off-leash area will be maintained throughout construction. There may be times when access is reduced to fewer entry points temporarily. Patience is appreciated.

Will there be other impacts to the park?

The perimeter loop trail will have paving improvements and new lighting. The paving improvements are focused in areas where conditions are in the most need of improvement and will result in temporary closure at times. The lights follow DarkSky requirements and will turn on only during park hours.

Why does the Bend Pickleball Club receive reserved court space?

The Bend Pickleball Club raised over 60% of the funds to construct the 16 pickleball courts at Pine Nursery Park at a time when pickleball in Bend was in its infancy and popularity was nowhere near what it is today. The pickleball club also performs the ongoing cleaning and light maintenance of the courts, so they are in excellent condition for all to enjoy. The purpose of the facility then and now is to provide a home for organized club play and events, and drop-in community access.

Are there courts available for public drop-in use during Bend Pickleball Club time?

Yes. Courts 1-4 are open for drop-in use during all pickleball club-organized play times listed above with the exception of a few tournaments annually. Outside of club play times, all courts are open for drop-in use.

Will the Bend Pickleball Club reserved times continue to expand?

The pickleball club-reserved times are currently capped until additional courts are available to ensure there is no reduction in drop-in access.

Does Bend Park & Recreation District have plans for additional pickleball courts?

Yes! The district is constructing additional lighted courts at Pine Nursery during the fifth phase of the park’s development to support both open drop-in use and Bend Pickleball Club use. Construction completion is anticipated for fall 2026. Decisions were informed by community recreation needs survey data, funding availability, activity compatibility with other park uses and other factors. The district may continue to explore other sites for pickleball courts; however, noise and parking considerations limit options.