Charles D. Conklin Jr. Recreation Area

Welcome to Charles D. Conklin Jr. Recreation Area in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia. Once a private swimming club, this place became a public park in 1972 and was named for a man who served for many years as commissioner. Come swim some laps in the pool, play some volleyball at the sand court, and have fun.

To contact the park office please call 215-887-1000.

Cheltenham Pennsylvania Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks open at dawn and close at dusk.

*The following are prohibited; alcoholic beverages, defacing public property, gambling, golfing, harming of wildlife, littering.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; fires, motor vehicles, organized athletic play, picnicking.

*All dogs must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these and all local, State of Pennsylvania, and United States statutes.