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A park with a playground that keeps the kids occupied while still offering a space where you actually want to sit.

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Open park with large splash pad gated for safety and designed for young children creates a lively, kid-friendly atmosphere. Multiple courts for basketball and racquetball sit alongside shaded picnic areas and separate play zones for different ages. The space feels clean and secure, supporting active play and community events.

Two separate play areas serve younger and older kids. Swings stay very clean. A covered playground adds shade and protection.

Open and clean space with two separate play areas for younger and older kids offers a covered playground and basketball courts. A splash pad stands out as a fun feature, though no bathroom facilities are available.

People are saying

"The splash pad is a clean, fenced-in spot for kids to play."

"The splash pad at this park is great for little kids."

"The splash pad at the playground is really cool for the summer."

Good to know

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The splash pad opens at 11 am.

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There are no bathroom facilities at the park.

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The splash pad is clean and large.

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Neighborhood park combines water park features like slides and splash pads with playgrounds for different ages. Atmosphere stays cool and relaxed, with plenty of lifeguards ensuring safety. It draws families looking for an affordable, well-organized place to cool down and play.

A pool playground offers a fun spot for hide and seek with a big slide nearby. Separate play areas exist for kids who want to stay dry and for older children, with a guard ensuring safety at the slide.

A water park with a pool, slide, and splash pad offers a fun spot for families and kids. The park includes a safe playground and open spaces where dogs can run freely.

People are saying

"This place is so kid friendly, my children still look forward to coming here."

"This park is a blast for a family day out."

"The playground here is a blast for the whole family."

Good to know

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Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for kids if you're not a Glendale resident.

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Only water is allowed inside the park; outside food is not permitted.

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Free life vests are available for kids at the park.

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Dirt paths wind through the park, connecting multiple sports courts including handball, tennis, and volleyball. Open spaces and tree coverage create a welcoming environment for children and dogs to run. The park maintains a clean, well-kept atmosphere with ample room to spread out and enjoy various activities.

Medium-sized playground offers two swingsets and engaging features. A drinking fountain sits nearby, with several tables close for seating.

Open space invites children and dogs to run freely, with multiple courts for tennis, racquetball, volleyball, and basketball. A medium-sized playground with swings and a dirt walking path add to the park's appeal, along with two large pavilions and a calisthenics area.

People are saying

"This park has courts for tennis and racquetball, plus a playground."

"The playground has engaging features and two swingsets."

"I found playing tennis here to be good."

Good to know

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The park has tennis, pickleball, racquetball courts, volleyball, a playground, and a walking course.

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The playground lacks shade cover, making it unusable for about one-third of the year.

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Maintenance issues include untrimmed trees and trash present in the sand.

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Sprawling green fields and towering trees create a peaceful, shaded environment with plenty of open space. Families find diverse play areas, including a sturdy jungle gym and challenging obstacle courses for children of all ages. The park maintains a quiet, tucked-away vibe that invites relaxation and outdoor activity.

A huge playground features a sturdy jungle gym with monkey bars, slides, and unique climbing structures. Canopies provide shade, and the design encourages safe exploration and play for young children.

Open fields offer plenty of space for activities like flying drones. A huge playground with canopies, monkey bars, and slides caters to kids of all ages. Basketball courts and picnic areas add to the variety. The park is clean, well maintained, and dog friendly but lacks public restrooms.

People are saying

"The parks here have a huge playground for kids."

"The playground has a huge jungle gym and basketball courts."

"It's so fun and kid friendly with a charming playground."

Good to know

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There are no public restrooms available at the park.

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The park is dog friendly, making it a great spot for pet owners.

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The playground is designed for children, encouraging exploration and play.

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Spacious park with well-maintained skate park, pickleball and tennis courts, and paved walking and biking trails. Atmosphere is clean and family-friendly, offering activities for all skill levels and ages. The park includes playgrounds and disc golf course, creating a versatile outdoor space.

Playground features toys mainly for younger children but welcomes all ages. Nearby pickle ball courts add extra activity options.

Spacious and well maintained, the park features a large skate park suitable for all skill levels and a cool playground that kids enjoy. Walking and biking trails, a disc golf course running up and down the gully, and pickleball courts add variety to the outdoor activities available.

People are saying

"The skate park here is really fun and well-equipped."

"I enjoyed the nice playground here."

Good to know

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The skate park is large and well-kept, but scooters are not allowed.

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There are clean restrooms available throughout the park.

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Parking is decent, with spaces near the playground and recreation center.

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Sprawling green fields support baseball, football, and soccer, alongside well-maintained basketball and handball courts. A newly renovated playground and covered picnic area create a kid-friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. The park stays quiet and clean, inviting relaxation and active play.

A newly renovated playground offers a clean and well-designed space for kids. The swings attract a lot of attention and add to the fun atmosphere.

Sprawling green fields support baseball, football, and soccer while courts for basketball and handball offer more sports options. A well-designed playground provides a fun spot for kids, and shady trees create relaxing picnic areas.

People are saying

"I found this park to be nice and kid-friendly."

"It's a great Kid Friendly park with a nice playground and swings."

"It's a beautiful playground, perfect for a sunny day."

Good to know

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There are no restrooms or picnic areas at this park.

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Bring water and shade when visiting, especially on sunny days.

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The new playground at the park is well-designed and fun for children.

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Open green space with big trees and well-maintained playgrounds creates a calm and clean atmosphere. Facilities include basketball and volleyball courts alongside covered children's play areas. The park offers ample grassy fields for various sports and family activities.

Big playground features new swings and slides along with fun equipment. A small covered play area and a tiny slide add variety for kids.

Lots of green grass and open space make it easy to play. The park has a big playground, a concrete volleyball court, and a basketball court. It stays very clean and well-maintained.

People are saying

"It's a nice big playground with fun new equipment."

"The parks here have a nice playground and courts for basketball and volleyball."

"It's a great Kid Friendly place with swings and slides."

Good to know

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Sunnyside Park lacks restroom facilities, so plan accordingly.

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The park has three tables, two grills, a playground, a volleyball court, and a basketball court.

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Expect a bad smell due to sewer water irrigation in the area.

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Large grassy areas bordered by trees create a spacious, natural setting with shady spots under palm trees and covered gazebos. The park offers playground structures and space for bikes and dogs, attracting families and friends who enjoy a quiet, clean atmosphere near a busier road.

Two newer playground structures offer climbing activities, a jungle gym, and slides for different ages. A wood chip base, swings, and large grassy areas provide space to run and play.

A clean, safe park with two newer playground structures and a wood chip base. It has a fence by the street, large grassy areas, and some swings, but no restrooms and limited parking.

People are saying

"I found the park to be nice and clean."

"It's a really kid-friendly park with lots of room to run and play."

"The playground looked fairly new with lots of climbing activities."

Good to know

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There are no restrooms available at the park.

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Parking is limited and primarily on the side of the street.

3

The park is clean and well-maintained.

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Large park with a quiet atmosphere and clean playground offers a small walking trail and fitness area featuring pull-up and dip bars. Few people visit, creating a peaceful environment suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Clean and nice playground with three picnic tables nearby. It sits within a combined basketball court and playground area and is OK for kids.

A clean, quiet park with a calisthenics area featuring pull-up and dip bars. It has a small playground, basketball and volleyball courts, and a few picnic tables near the play area.

People are saying

"I found the parks here to be beautiful and clean."

"The playground was clean and nice for kids."

Good to know

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Parking is often unavailable, so plan to arrive early.

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The park is small but offers facilities for all ages and fitness levels.

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The playground is clean and well-maintained for kids.

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Indoor playground

Indoor space combines full skate park with ninja warrior-style obstacle courses and trampolines. Vibrant, colorful environment encourages creativity and keeps energy lively but manageable. Mezzanine and balcony areas offer excellent viewing for adults while kids engage in physical activities.

Many fun activities include climbing structures, giant slides, and courts for dodgeball and basketball.** The indoor gymnastics playground offers imaginative play areas and affordable punch pass and monthly memberships.

Indoor space features a skate park for skateboards, scooters, and bikes, plus basketball courts with trampoline floors, a zip line, climbing wall, and a large obstacle course. Birthday parties get an extra hour beyond the 7 PM closing time.

People are saying

"The staff here is so kind and compassionate, it's really Kid Friendly."

"The pizza staff here is so kind and attentive, it's rare."

"This indoor playground has tons of fun activities for kids."

Good to know

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Toddler Time runs from 9 AM to 12 PM, providing a safe space for younger kids.

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Birthday parties can extend the park hours beyond the usual closing time of 7 PM.

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The cafe opens at 11 AM, which may be inconvenient for early visitors.

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