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Prete-Metcalf Fields and Park

Photo showing payground areas of Prete-Metcalf Fields and Playground
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 2 viewed from atop a bucket truck while servicing the outfield lights
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 2 being groomed by Parks ballfield crew, view up the 3rd base line from home plate
Prete-Metcalf Park picnic area with view of St. Ann's on Hopkins Square
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 1 freshly groomed and lined looking up the first base line from home plate
Prete-Metcalf Park features belt swings for ages 5-12, viewed from atop the playground structure
Prete-Metcalf Park view of the parkour fitness area from atop the playground
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a variety of climbing structures like this rope dome functionally linked to the main structure with stepping pods
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 has an obstacle course layout leading to a traditional climbing structure with slides
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 is fenced in and adjacent to parking and parkour fitness areas
Prete-Metcalf Park parkour fitness area has a variety of climbing structures and ample bench seating
Prete-Metcalf Park features the Val Innocente Fitness Area as posted on the adjacent outfield fence
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 view of overhead loop ladder and other climbing features from the main structure
Prete-Metcalf Park playground is accessible via transfer stair for ages 5-12
Prete-Metcalf Park gateway from Hawkins St with Prete Memorial sign
Prete-Metcalf Park early spring color on the trees along Hawkins Street
Prete-Metcalf Park playground features ample bench seating
Prete-Metcalf Park playground has handicap parking amenities
Prete-Metcalf Park field 1 viewed from inside the press box
Prete-Metcalf Park Prete Memorial Little League field marker
Prete-Metcalf Park abuts the West River, a tributary of the mighty Moshassuck River
Prete-Metcalf Park field 3 being groomed for softball. Paved walking path connects all 3 fields and 2 playgrounds.
Prete-Metcalf Park looking north on the Arthur Coia walking track as it passes the right field foul pole on Field 2
Prete-Metcalf Park Arthur Coia Memorial Walking Track marker
Prete-Metcalf Park batting cage at field 1 and a green berm with shade trees between the ballfields
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a large spiral slide
Prete-Metcalf Park unique parkour fitness area features rock climbing wall, springboard, and other amenities. Think "Ninja Warrior" training
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 in the summer
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a variety of climbing options in addition to a traditional post and deck structure with two different slides
Prete-Metcalf Park game day on Baseball Field 1 with concession/press box in view
Prete-Metcalf Park view from atop the playground spiral slide for ages 5-12 in winter. Overlooking Prete field and the parkour fitness area
Photo showing payground areas of Prete-Metcalf Fields and Playground
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 2 viewed from atop a bucket truck while servicing the outfield lights
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 2 being groomed by Parks ballfield crew, view up the 3rd base line from home plate
Prete-Metcalf Park picnic area with view of St. Ann's on Hopkins Square
Prete-Metcalf Park Field 1 freshly groomed and lined looking up the first base line from home plate
Prete-Metcalf Park features belt swings for ages 5-12, viewed from atop the playground structure
Prete-Metcalf Park view of the parkour fitness area from atop the playground
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a variety of climbing structures like this rope dome functionally linked to the main structure with stepping pods
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 has an obstacle course layout leading to a traditional climbing structure with slides
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 is fenced in and adjacent to parking and parkour fitness areas
Prete-Metcalf Park parkour fitness area has a variety of climbing structures and ample bench seating
Prete-Metcalf Park features the Val Innocente Fitness Area as posted on the adjacent outfield fence
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 view of overhead loop ladder and other climbing features from the main structure
Prete-Metcalf Park playground is accessible via transfer stair for ages 5-12
Prete-Metcalf Park gateway from Hawkins St with Prete Memorial sign
Prete-Metcalf Park early spring color on the trees along Hawkins Street
Prete-Metcalf Park playground features ample bench seating
Prete-Metcalf Park playground has handicap parking amenities
Prete-Metcalf Park field 1 viewed from inside the press box
Prete-Metcalf Park Prete Memorial Little League field marker
Prete-Metcalf Park abuts the West River, a tributary of the mighty Moshassuck River
Prete-Metcalf Park field 3 being groomed for softball. Paved walking path connects all 3 fields and 2 playgrounds.
Prete-Metcalf Park looking north on the Arthur Coia walking track as it passes the right field foul pole on Field 2
Prete-Metcalf Park Arthur Coia Memorial Walking Track marker
Prete-Metcalf Park batting cage at field 1 and a green berm with shade trees between the ballfields
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a large spiral slide
Prete-Metcalf Park unique parkour fitness area features rock climbing wall, springboard, and other amenities. Think "Ninja Warrior" training
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 in the summer
Prete-Metcalf Park playground for ages 5-12 features a variety of climbing options in addition to a traditional post and deck structure with two different slides
Prete-Metcalf Park game day on Baseball Field 1 with concession/press box in view
Prete-Metcalf Park view from atop the playground spiral slide for ages 5-12 in winter. Overlooking Prete field and the parkour fitness area

History

The walking track was named for the labor leader Arthur Coia. It measures one quarter mile around the senior baseball field, Metcalf Field. Named after Providence City Councilman Frank A. Prete, the smaller field nearest the playground is the historic home of the North End-Wanskuck Little League. A third field for softball is mostly used by the Hopkins Middle School for recreation. The park dates to the 1950’s and is built upon land filled in that formerly included Leonard’s Pond. The park abuts the West River, a tributary of the Moshassuck River, on 10 acres located a block west of Hopkins Square. It is accessible via Hawkins St and Charles St by the Hopkins Middle School.

Recent Improvements

  • A new water park is currently in design development for late 2026 and ready for summer 2027.
  • The Valentino “Val” Innocente Fitness Area was added in 2019.
  • Playground improvements were made in 2018.

Baseball Field 1 - Prete Field

  • Intermediate youth play (Cal Ripken)
  • Equipped with irrigation, lights, dugouts, bleachers, bullpen, batting cage, scoreboard, and concession stand/press box.
  • 50/70 – LF 180ft – CF 180ft – RF 180ft
  • Infield cutouts designed after Yankee Stadium

Baseball Field 2 - Metcalf Field

  • 60/90 for High School and Senior League Play
  • LF 300ft – CF 305ft – RF 305ft
  • Equipped with irrigation, lights, dugouts, bleachers, scoreboard.
  • Infield cutouts designed after Yankee Stadium

Softball Field 3

  • 43-60 dimensions for Youth Softball
  • Equipped with clay infield, dugouts
  • LF 200ft – CF 205ft – RF 205ft
  • Field used exclusively by Hopkins Middle School while in session

Details

Status
Open Year-Round
Neighborhood
Charles
Acreage
10 acres
Coordinates
41.849579, -71.421669
Address
504 Charles Street
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Amenities

Baseball Fields
Fitness Equipment
Picnic Areas
Playground (ages 2-12)
Playground (ages 5-12)
Seating Areas
Softball Field
Walking Paths

Also Known As

Valentino “Val” Innocente Fitness Area
Arthur E. Coia Memorial Walking Track

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Report an Issue

To report a maintenance issue at this location, submit a request through PVD 311 or contact the Parks Department directly.

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Providence Parks Department
Clark Dalrymple Boathouse
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1000 Elmwood Ave
Providence, RI 02905

Superintendent: Wendy Nilsson
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