Palm Springs Kicks Off $7.5M Demuth Park Improvements

Construction will close dog parks, but residents can visit nearby David H. Ready dog park during project.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The city of Palm Springs is starting a $7.5 million construction project at Demuth Park on Monday that will add a permanent large dog park, a small dog park, a new 165-stall parking lot, and other upgrades. During the construction, the existing dog parks at Demuth Park will be closed, and residents are encouraged to visit the David H. Ready Palm Springs dog park instead.

Why it matters

Demuth Park is a popular community hub in Palm Springs, and these improvements aim to enhance the park's amenities and accessibility for residents and visitors. The project reflects the city's commitment to improving its parks and green spaces, which are important for recreation, community gathering, and quality of life.

The details

The Demuth Park construction project will include adding a permanent large dog park with ADA parking, a new small dog park, converting a 2.2-acre dirt lot into a 165-stall paved parking lot, paving the community center parking lot, repairing pavement and drainage in the Little League parking lots, restoring sidewalks and pathways, and building a new restroom facility. The project has been planned for over 5 years by the city's Engineering Services and Parks and Recreation departments.

  • Construction is slated to begin on Monday, February 26, 2026.
  • The project is anticipated to conclude in October 2026.

The players

Nicholas Gonzalez

The city's Parks and Recreation director, who stated that the project reflects the city's long-term commitment to improving park access, safety, and amenities.

David H. Ready Palm Springs dog park

A nearby dog park that residents are encouraged to visit during the Demuth Park construction.

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What’s next

During the construction, both dog parks at Demuth Park will be closed, and residents are encouraged to visit the David H. Ready Palm Springs dog park at 222 N. Civic Drive.

The takeaway

This project demonstrates Palm Springs' dedication to enhancing its public spaces and amenities for the community. By upgrading Demuth Park, the city is investing in recreational opportunities and improving accessibility for residents and visitors alike.