It looked an impossible dream three years ago when teenagers wanted to turn derelict land at Martindale Avenue into a play area.
But yesterday the gates were thrown open on the first phase of the £400,000 project and no-one was more amazed than Tish Bates, 19, who was one of the original campaigners.
"It's absolutely brilliant," she said, surveying the multi-use games area soccer pitch, parking area, pathways, seating and lighting.
"I've not been down to see it while the work has been going on, I've not had time.
"It's overwhelming after all the work we have put into it.
"People have been using it already and I'm sure it will be well used, especially in the school holidays."
The former Wyre Youth Mayor added: "It was a big job and I thought it would never happen because it would take ages and ages, but when it started I couldn't believe it was happening.
"I am pleased with myself to think what I have done towards it."
The first phase, opened by MP Joan Humble, cost £250,000 and phase two will see an enclosed children's playground, picnic areas, seating, lighting, more pathways and an environmental and learning area which schools will be encouraged to use for practical learning.
Youngsters have been backed by the West View Community Association, whose chairman David Blower said: "I don't think people believed us when we said this was going to become a sports area.
"The important thing is that it has been driven by the kids."
Wyre Housing Association secured £145,000 in funding from its parent, The Regenda Group, to help start the project.
Further money came from Lancashire County Council's Youth Capital Grant, West View Community Association, the Sita Trust and the Russell Haldane Trust.
Mayor of Wyre Coun Gordon McCann said: "This is exactly what is needed in the community.,
"It's a classic example of work between community and organisations."
To mark the occasion the community had a fun day attended by the emergency services and the Army who brought a climbing wall.
Mr Blower added: "This is a special day for the youngsters. They can celebrate their truly remarkable achievement.
"It's their involvement which brought about this park. They deserve it – now they, and their families and friends, will get the benefits of it."