Parks & Recreation


Organized recreation in Derry Township began with the development of Milton Hershey's model town. He believed recreation to be as vital to our lives as housing and utilities. During the construction of the town, Mr. Hershey established a plan for a public park and the Cocoa Avenue Plaza. The Cocoa Avenue Plaza was donated to the Township in 1978. The Township continues to place recreation as a high priority and strives to meet the recreational needs of an active community.
The Township of Derry Department of Parks & Recreation offers a wide variety of year- round recreational and leisure activities for all ages. The department provides many instructional programs, fitness classes, aquatics, child development, special interest programs, and community events.
SKATE PARK BID INFORMATION SHEET
PLEASE NOTE:
* Due to damage sustained from Tropical Storm Lee the Jonathan Eshenour Trail is closed between the northern boundary of Shank Park and Stoney Run Road. Please do not attempt to use this section of the trail until repairs are made.
Parks and Recreation Offerings:
Hershey Recreation Center
605 Cocoa Avenue
Hershey, PA 17033



