This park is very nice. It is usually very clean. It has two structures, one for smaller kids…read more(1-5) and one even older kids can enjoy (2.5-12). It had a swing set with 2 baby swings and 2 regular swings. It also has a small manual Marry-go-round type toy and two little spinning chair toys. There is also ample grass area to run around in. There is one covered eating area, but a few other benches and tables that aren't covered. It has many mature trees which provide some shade in the grassy area. The structures are somewhat covered, but In the summer time the slides still can get pretty hot. It is a very nice park and the structures are not too close to the street, which is great! We attend this park fairly regularly and enjoy the other families that come. My 3 year old can easily be entertained for 2 hours here at this park. The only reason for 4 stars is because there are no bathrooms at this park, so be prepared for that. There is an up & down side to having bathrooms at these smaller parks. In all the times we have attended this park, I have never seen homelessness being an issue here. We love this park and appreciate the city for keeping it clean.

Park is clean but there's no bathrooms which is a major downfall for me, certain times of the day…read morethe play equipment was very hot to the point the kids couldn't even play. The shade cloths above the equipment don't really help at all.

This park has it all, the fishing, an amphitheater, water fountain for pictures, ducks, kids zone,…read morebike path. If you need that family time or a little romantic walk this is the place to go.

The Park at River Walk is a lively place for people to have picnics, enjoy a walk/run, admire the…read morewildlife, or head to the Dignity Amphitheater for events. My best friend and I took a break from studying so that we can go for a walk here. Honestly, this park is so nice and I wouldn't mind laying out a blanket on the grass and reading under a tree. It was a refreshing place to relax our minds. I loved seeing the ducks and geese wading in the water. For the most part, the park is kept clean but it makes me sad to see garbage accumulate where the animals swim.

This is a nice park that we use for walking. There are a lot of big trees, and the "footprint" the…read moreshade provides is very good. We generally walk the outer edges of the shade in order to avoid the sun and the heat. The park is clean, including the restrooms. The times we have been here there were no encampments of those down on their luck. The outer perimeter of this park is somewhere like 1200 steps if you are counting. With the mature trees present, about 70% of this walking is in the shade if you go in the morning.

Emerald Cove Park, located on the Southwest corner of Patton and Hageman, is a great little park…read morewhich I've been visiting on and off for over ten years, though not as much in the last two or three as I used to. Ten years ago, when my youngest brother was still in high school, we would raid the deli department at Vons and have picnics here on the grass under one of the many shade trees. Parking here is a little tricky. You can park along the curb on the West side on Patton (east side is marked no parking) or you can turn West onto Maleta, then North onto Gallio to park in the lot next to the elementary school. There are individual picnic tables spread randomly throughout the park under the trees, some with their own individual barbecue grills. There is also a large covered area shading a number of long picnic tables which were being used for a children's birthday party on the Sunday I was there with a large bouncy house set up nearby for their entertainment. The group picnic shelter, with a capacity of 80 people, can be reserved by contacting the NOR Parks & Recreation District at 392-2020 and filling out an application form. The cost for reserving the picnic shelter is $15 per hour, with a minimum 3 hour reservation. You can access the application at http://norfun.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/FR-100-Use-of-Facility-Online-Packet.pdf There are public restrooms located nearby. There a a number of recreational options available at this park. There is plenty of playground equipment available for kids of all sizes, some with bark below and some with a rubberized safety surface. There is a basketball half court complete with one basket that has a net. There is also an area for playing horseshoes with poles on either end. There is also a huge grassy area suitable for playing soccer (there was a group playing there this Sunday), picnicking, or for just running around. It has something to appeal to everyone in the family! There is even a geocache hidden somewhere within the park. Yes, I've found it, but I'm not giving you any clues, so don't ask. At 12.4 acres, this park can accommodate quite a few weekend picnickers and sports enthusiasts and the same time.

Everyone needs a place to escape to and I may regret writing this review, because I may have to…read morefind a new secret spot to chill with my dogs. But, I can live with that problem when it happens, this is too good a spot to keep to myself. Remember you heard it from me first. This park is usually quiet, they have redone the playgrounds. Yes, there are 2! One side is for smaller kids and the other bigger ones 5-up. If you have people that want to play basketball there's a court for that too. When Silver-creek would be full we would come over here and have a nice quiet game. This park's dog park used to be in the front where the water pump things are. I was said when I saw the city putting them in and digging up the dog run. However, I was happy again after noticing that they moved it back some and kept this place a nice dog park. Because, you can no longer see the dog run as you drive by I think people miss out on this location. Any who, now you know what I know about Seasons Park. Here are some pictures for you visual learners like myself. Okay bye!

Well patrolled and always peaceful and enjoyable:) Like to…read moreplay basketball in the mornings!

I picked up some takeout after church which I planned to eat at home. Just as I was passing…read moreGrissom Park, the smell, and my hunger, got the best of me and I decided to have an impromptu picnic here. Boy am I glad I did. It was only a moderately hot day by Bakersfield standards, 85 according to weatherbug, but still a little hot to be eating outdoors in the sun. Luckily for me, this park has abundance of picnic tables with large shady trees close at hand. I was not the only one enjoying a picnic in the park that day, but the picnic tables (there had to be at least 20 of them) were arranged far enough apart that we all had at least a modicum of privacy. There were also a number of charcoal grilling stations sprinkled throughout the picnic areas - at least 10 of them, and I could smell hamburgers and hot dogs roasting on them. There was a large grassy area where a couple was exercising their large dogs. Yes, they were off the leash but they were having a great time bounding about and didn't bother any of the picnickers. There was a large area with playground equipment for both small and large children which I believe had sand beneath it to guard against injuries from falls. There were also basketball courts and a public restroom. There were a number of families with children out enjoying the relatively moderate weather. There was a covered area with picnic tables and people had set up a number of tent/gazebo like structures to give them shade. It was a surprisingly impromptu and lovely outing in the park. I can't believe I've never stopped here before, but I'm sure I'll be back!

I had some time inbetween meetings while in downtown Bakersfield and wanted some fresh air under a…read moreshaded tree, so I pulled up to Jastro Park and took some time to enjoy this nice public space. It was great to see it a buzz with a large family gathering bumping good tunes, individuals escaping the heat in a similar fashion to myself, and folks taking pictures. It's cool to see the city continue to invest into this park with the pickle ball courts and upgrades being done for the pavilion. I need to come back to get some time on those pickle ball courts!

Jastro Park. Not just a place for a picnic, to play tennis, or to play on the swing set. It is also…read morea place for remembrance. This park has both the WWII Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. As the day nears for Memorial Day, the last Monday of May, that is what we should all do. Remember. Remember those that fought and died for us so we can live free and sleep in our beds peacefully at night. Whether you have a relative or friend who died in a war, or died serving in our nation's military, or you don't. Every American has the obligation to remember those who died. It is only because of their ultimate sacrifice that we, as Americans, have the freedoms we have today. So, when you go visit Jastro Park, or just drive by, remember our men and women who died for us. The park is a beautiful place to visit. It has multiple apparatuses for the kiddies. A lot of BBQ areas, ample seating and picnic benches, tennis courts and the Memorials. Go. Visit. Enjoy. Remember.

Nice place, very peaceful. We have Some homeless sleeping but harmless. Great view and a great…read moreplace to enjoy a book. Or chill.

This park for me has a feeling of nostalgia. My grandma used to take me here when I was a toddler…read moreto play and visit the ducks. Going back as an adult it's definitely changed , some for the better and some just unfortunate. I love the addition of the fountains and I love how it was relaxing and quiet for park . I love how you can see the museum's garden and I love how the play-area isn't very close to the street so kiddos don't get hurt . I had no idea it was a historic landmark so that was fun to read about . Ill be honest , the unfortunate I spoke of is all the litter in the water and around the park. I enjoyed my time here, I'll visit again .

Came to this park for a Dog Vaccine clinic. Park is wide, mini hills, not too busy. The baseball…read morefields were all in use with children. Shady areas near the road. Tons of parking. Husband said bathrooms were not that great. It's public. I understand.

This is a great little park. It's well taken care of/maintained and has 2 different playgrounds.read more

Decent local park with sports park areas. Attached to the school. It's a good place to walk the…read moredogs or to take a walk- especially when the weather is nice. Kids at night load up the park- I wouldn't recommend going after dark.

Great expansive park with plenty of grassy areas to roam with the kids the dog - on a leash of…read morecourse. There's even a paved walkway all the way around the park which is great for walking. You'll find full sized basketball courts, four smaller baseball diamonds + one larger and a splash pad. We've also always see a ranger closing up towards the evening - which is nice to see. This is a great park for the community.

I love this park, been coming here for many years as a teen playing football with my friends. Love…read moreto see how well maintained the lawn and the play area is for kids.

We've been living in The Oaks for thirteen years. Raised our children here. Leo B Hart Elementary…read moreSchool in walking distance. The Oaks is a fantastic neighborhood. Beautiful homes, mature trees and the most friendly neighbors! PIN OAK PARK IS, AT THE HEART OF BAKERSFIELD'S BEST NEIGHBORHOOD! Made our best memories there! Playground, catching baby toads in the summer, flying kites, picnics, frisbee games... AND MOST IMPORTANT, MEETING OUR WONDERFUL NEIGHBORS ON OUR WALKS WITH THE DOGGIES!