Rocket Ship Slide, Paris

About Rocket Ship Slide

Wade Park, known locally as Rocket Park, centers on a distinctive vintage rocket that has stood as a community icon for decades. Visitors climb and explore the restored rocket structure, which has been repaired and reinforced for safety. The park also features playground equipment, picnic tables, and a pavilion with electrical facilities suitable for gatherings. A practice soccer field provides space for recreational play. The park includes updated drainage and fencing throughout the grounds. Originally called Warlick Park, the site was established by a streetcar company as a public recreation and amusement center. The attraction suits families with children seeking outdoor play and community gathering spaces. Wade Park is located in Paris, Texas, and serves as a nostalgic destination for both longtime residents and visitors interested in the area's recreational history.