If your family loves checking out parks, you’ll want to add Rawls Creek Park in Irmo to your list! This park is already packed with things to do—and it’s still growing. Whether you’ve got kids, teens, or even a pup in tow, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.
What You’ll Find at Rawls Creek Park
Rawls Creek Park is one of those places where you can easily spend a whole afternoon. The headwaters of Rawls Creek flow right through the park, eventually making their way to the Saluda River at Saluda Shoals Park (just the water makes that trip, not visitors 😀).
Here’s what your family can enjoy right now:
- Restrooms – Always a win for families
- Sidewalks & paved paths – Great for strollers, scooters, and bikes
- Lighting – Helpful for evening visits
- Parking – Easy access when you arrive
Big Features Families Will Love
This park goes beyond the basics with some really fun extras:
- Huge community garden – A neat space to explore and see what’s growing
- Two fenced dog parks – Separate areas for large and small dogs
- Waste stations
- Benches
- Hydration stations
- Natural shade
- 8,500-square-foot skate park – Known as Friarsgate Skate Park
- Bowl features
- Street-style elements
- (It even has its own Facebook page! Friarsgate Skate Park)
Trails and Outdoor Space
If your family enjoys a little walk between activities, there’s a mostly shaded quarter-mile trail winding through the park.
It’s:
- Short and manageable for kids
- Great for a quick stroller walk
- Perfect for soaking in some peaceful views
Sports & Active Play
There’s already a lot here for active kids and teens:
- Professional-grade basketball court – Newly opened and ready for pickup games
- Skate park – A big draw for older kids and teens
Bring a ball, a skateboard, or just some energy—this is a great spot to let kids move.
What’s Coming Soon
One of the most exciting things about Rawls Creek Park is that it’s still expanding. Here’s what’s on the way:
- Covered pavilion – Great for picnics and meetups
- Inclusive playground – Designed so kids of all abilities can play together
- Pergola – More shaded space to relax
Know Before You Go
📍 Address: 1113 Friarsgate Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063
A few helpful tips for families:
- The park has good infrastructure already (sidewalks, lighting, restrooms)
- Shade is available in several areas, especially near the dog parks and trail
- Great for mixed-age groups—little kids can walk, older kids can skate or play basketball
- Easy to pair with other Irmo-area outings for a full day of fun
Photos: Rawls Creek Park
See the park for yourself. More photos below from Rachael’s recent visit.
Plan Your Visit
Rawls Creek Park is already a fun place to visit—and with more features on the way, it’s only getting better. It’s the kind of spot you can revisit again and again as new additions open.
Have you been yet? We’d love to hear what your family thought of Rawls Creek Park—or what you’re most excited to try!
Find more great places to play!
Here’s our Guide to Columbia’s Parks and Playgrounds