Forney has grown fast, and the youth sports infrastructure has kept pace — Mulberry Park has seven dedicated youth baseball fields, Forney Community Park adds softball diamonds just a mile down FM 548, and Garland's major complexes are only 10 to 15 miles west. Whether you're checking out a spring league game or looking for a complex to spend a tournament Saturday, you've got solid options within an easy drive of Forney. Check Forney events this week for tournament schedules and registration links.
Top-Rated Baseball Fields Near Forney
1. Mulberry Park Baseball Complex (Forney)
Location: 751 Bois d Arc St, Forney, TX 75126
Forney👶 Best for ages 3-14💲 Free🚗 0.9 miForney's primary youth baseball facility with seven fields: Seven youth baseball diamonds at Mulberry Park (751 Bois d Arc St) handle Forney's recreational baseball program for kids ages 3 to 14. ADA restrooms, concessions, and parking on-site, with the FMS lot next door for tournament overflow. The closest dedicated youth baseball complex to central Forney, TX — designed specifically for the youth age groups, not converted from adult dimensions.
Good to know: lighted fields, concessions, restrooms, parking.
Parent tip: Overflow parking is in the Forney Middle School lot adjacent to the complex — use it on tournament weekends rather than circling the main lot.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Mulberry Park Baseball Complex page.
2. Forney Community Park Softball Complex (Forney)
Location: 241 S FM 548, Forney, TX 75126
Forney👶 Best for ages 3-14💲 Free🚗 1.1 miSoftball complex paired with splash pad and fishing pond in Forney, TX: The Forney Community Park softball complex sits inside a full-amenity park that adds a splash pad, fishing pond, multiple playgrounds, and picnic areas to the softball field set. For families where one kid plays and another doesn't, the park setup makes the logistics of a full day significantly easier. Located at 241 S FM 548.
Good to know: softball fields, lighted fields, playground, splash pad, fishing pond, picnic areas.
Parent tip: The splash pad here is open seasonally — check forneytx.gov for dates and hours. A morning game followed by splash pad time is an easy full-day plan.
3. M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex (Garland)
From Forney, it runs about 16 min door-to-door, and Garland's roads are simple to follow from the highway.
Location: 550 W Oates Rd, Garland, TX 75043
Garland's USSSA tournament softball complex inside Audubon Park: Five lighted, USSSA-sized fields at the Carter Softball Complex (550 W Oates Rd) draw competitive softball from across East Dallas County every spring and fall. Bleachers, concessions, restrooms, and large parking. The Audubon Park recreational complex surrounds it — wave pool and rec center are in the same park if the post-game plan involves swimming.
Good to know: concessions, restrooms, bleachers, parking, USSSA-sized fields.
Parent tip: The Audubon Park surf pool and recreation center are in the same park — after a morning game you can bounce the kids over for an afternoon swim without driving anywhere new.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex city page.
4. Holford Park Sports Complex (Garland)
17.2 miles from Forney, and the drive is simple; Garland is well-signed from the highway.
Location: 2420 N Shiloh Rd, Garland, TX 75044
Four lighted fields and a recreation center in north Garland at Holford Park: Holford Park runs four lighted baseball and softball fields on 30.2 acres in north Garland, with the Holford Recreation Center, Holford Pool, a playground, and a 0.9-mile walking trail on the same grounds. The rec center means restrooms, water, and air conditioning are genuinely accessible during a Texas summer game. Closer to central Garland than the Carter Softball Complex.
Good to know: recreation center, playground, bleachers, parking.
Parent tip: The walking trail loops around the sports fields — send the non-playing sibling for a lap or two while you watch the game instead of managing boredom on the sideline.
5. Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields (Midlothian)
Not a quick stop from Forney at 36.7 miles, so it's best combined with other Midlothian stops to make the drive worthwhile.
Location: 3601 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065
Midlothian's 105-acre complex with turf infields and a splash pad nearby: Midlothian Community Park's Phase 2 (opened 2022) brought five baseball diamonds with artificial turf infields to a 105-acre multipurpose park that also includes a splash pad, two playgrounds, basketball courts, an amphitheater, and a fishing pond. The artificial turf reduces the maintenance-related game cancellations that natural-surface parks fight every spring, and the surrounding amenities make it a full-day family destination.
Good to know: artificial turf infields, splash pad, playground, amphitheater, fishing pond, restrooms.
Parent tip: The splash pad is open seasonally — check midlothian.tx.us for hours. A baseball morning followed by splash pad time is a hard combination to beat in June.
Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields facilities status page before packing up the car.
6. Jaycee Park Baseball Complex (Midlothian)
about 53 min from Forney each way, but Midlothian rewards the drive if you plan a few hours.
Location: 1711 Meadow Lane, Midlothian, TX 76065
Five lighted fields with shaded bleachers in Midlothian: Jaycee Park runs five lighted fields, shaded bleachers, concessions, restrooms, a playground, and ThorGuard lightning detection — the last detail a genuine quality-of-life item on Texas afternoons when pop-up storms roll in with no warning. It's a community-scale complex without tournament chaos, making it easier to navigate for families who don't need 15 fields and 800 cars in the lot. About 20 miles southwest of Forney via US-80 and US-287.
Good to know: concessions, restrooms, shaded bleachers, playground, parking.
Parent tip: ThorGuard clears fields automatically when lightning is detected — check Midlothian Parks social media before making the drive on a stormy-looking afternoon.
How we picked these
Every complex on this list is a publicly accessible park or municipal facility — no membership required to watch a game. We ranked by distance from central Forney, then weighted by number of fields, lighting, concession access, and sibling-friendly extras. No paid placements.Planning your visit
Spring season runs February through May; fall ball August through October. Mulberry Park is the closest option for most Forney families and fills quickly on tournament weekends — the Forney Middle School lot next door handles overflow. The Carter Softball Complex in Garland hosts USSSA-level tournaments and draws competitive teams from across East Dallas County. For more kids activities near Forney this week, see the Forney events page.For more kids' events near Forney this week, see the Forney events page.
Forney Baseball Field Checklist
- Bring your own gear: public fields supply the dirt and the backstop, not bats, balls, or bases. Pack a bat bag, a few balls, and throw-down bases for pickup games.
- Water, sun, and a glove for everyone: there's little shade on an open diamond. SPF 50+, hats, and a full water bottle per kid; a spare glove keeps a tag-along sibling in the game.
- Skip a field that's wet or roped off: playing on a soaked infield carves ruts that take the crew days to repair. Mulberry Park Baseball Complex and most Forney-area fields post a closure sign after heavy rain; honor it and pick another from the list.
Public Baseball & Softball Fields Near Forney
- Open to the public: every diamond here is a city-run public field, free for pickup play and practice whenever a league game or tournament isn't booked on it.
- Softball fields too: Forney Community Park Softball Complex, M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex and Holford Park Sports Complex have softball diamonds in the same complex: smaller field, same parking, restrooms, and concessions.
- Youth & Little League: Mulberry Park Baseball Complex and Jaycee Park Baseball Complex host little league and youth ball, so the diamonds are sized and groomed for younger players.
- Lights for evening play: Mulberry Park Baseball Complex, Forney Community Park Softball Complex, M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex and Holford Park Sports Complex have field lights for evening games once the summer heat backs off.
Pickup Play vs. Reserved Games
- Free when no game is scheduled: public fields are open for pickup play and practice any time a league isn't using them. Reserved games and tournaments take priority, so a posted schedule trumps a casual catch.
- Reserve for a guaranteed slot or the lights: to lock in a time, or to turn the field lights on for an evening game, book through the city parks department. Fees are modest and usually cover a set block.
- Check for batting cages: several Forney-area complexes have cages that run first-come or coin-operated. The official page linked on each card notes what's available before you drive out.
Forney Baseball Fields, Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball fields for kids near Forney, TX?
Our 2026 guide picks 6 standout baseball fields within about 40 miles of Forney. The top picks include Mulberry Park Baseball Complex, Forney Community Park Softball Complex and M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball fields near Forney free?
Yes, every baseball field in this guide is free to visit, with no admission fee or ticket required for Mulberry Park Baseball Complex, Forney Community Park Softball Complex, M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball field to Forney?
Mulberry Park Baseball Complex is the closest pick at under a mile from Forney. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon, short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.
Can anyone use the baseball fields near Forney, or do they need to be reserved?
Most public baseball fields in the Forney area are free for pickup play and practice when no league game is scheduled, but reserved games and tournaments take priority. For a guaranteed slot, or to turn the lights on, book through the city parks department. Check the official page linked on each card for reservation details and field conditions.
Are there softball fields or youth baseball diamonds near Forney?
Yes, Forney Community Park Softball Complex, M.G. (Jerry) Carter Sr. Softball Complex, Holford Park Sports Complex have softball fields; and Mulberry Park Baseball Complex, Jaycee Park Baseball Complex host little league and youth ball. Most sit inside the same public complexes listed above, so parking, restrooms, and concessions are shared. Check each card for field counts and which diamonds are lighted.