Wagar Park is one of many neighborhood parks in the City of Lakewood. It is unique because it is located at the apex of two major thoroughfares through the city: Madison Avenue and Hilliard Road. The previous park on this site had deteriorated tennis and basketball courts that seldom were used. The park design takes advantage of the sloping site with tiered serpentine benches overlooking the open play field. The sidewalk patterns provide connections to the neighborhood beyond, while separating the playground area from the other activity areas. A shelter and sitting areas provide places to gather. An Art Area was established, and the City is pursuing design alternatives from artists. Additional parking was added along the north edge to alleviate congestion on the surrounding neighborhood streets.
