McIntire Park contains land originally donated by Paul Goodloe McIntire and continues to be one of the most popular parks in the City. It features rolling land with magnificent views of the mountains to the east, a heavily wooded area with steep and varied topography and winding streams. There is a major community focus on the lighted softball fields, baseball field, and the three shelters which are used extensively from spring to fall. In April every year McIntire Park hosts the carnival for the Annual Dogwood Festival. In the southeastern half of the park, to the east of the railroad tracks, lies a nine-hole sand green golf course. This section of the park has its own parking lot and offers a playground and wading pool. Near the intersection of the Bypass and McIntire Road is the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial. Dogs must be leashed and under control. Park hours are 6AM to 10PM. There are separate entrances to the three major parts and parking is available at each.