Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands

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Managing Madsen Park construction

Madsen Park closed October 26 for a $1.15 million rebuild, Salt Lake City's parks department said. It will stay fenced until spring 2027. Crews are expanding the playground and adding a game zone with cornhole, ping pong and chess tables, a half-court basketball area, an off-leash dog area, lighting and drinking fountains.

Updated Oct 27

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As of October 2026: Leading the restoration effort

The Bonneville Fire tore 572 acres off the foothills above Red Butte Garden on June 20. Salt Lake City crews and volunteers are replanting the scar with Bigroot Prickly Pear cactus to stop the bare slopes from washing away.

Updated Oct 11