Cute park!! Recently remodeled and there is a lot of shade compared to other parks…read more. the bathrooms are disgusting! Bring your own toilet paper because there might not be any!

Update 04-29-2012…read more Biking up Hutchins St past Legion Park, I noticed a Tennis Ball across the street from the Tennis Courts in the Park. Couldn't throw it back... because all the Tennis Players were gone. Took back the brand new Ball to Joe, my Dog.... Kept him busy for hours. Thank you... inept Tennis Players... Original Review 04-01-2008 Where to go to play Tennis in Lodi? And at night? My favorite place is at Legion Park on Hutchins street. There are four courts, AND there is also night lighting! In Lodi, there is also Kofu Park, about a mile West of Legion Park with 5 courts and a couple of tennis hitting walls and courtside bench seating... but Kofu attracts a "different" type of park goer. And Kofu is aimed more for larger group sports activities such as baseball and skateboarding. The second reason why I like this small park is that there is a small grove of tall trees at the West end of the park. The shade produced by those trees is sooooo inviting in the Summer! Just makes you want to set up a hammock and start taking a nap. Kofu Park, on the other hand, looks so HOT in the Summer... There is absolutely no trees... you can't put up trees near a baseball diamond or near a skateboarding course! I've always grown up equating a park with trees! Another reason why I dislike Kofu Park is the Lodi Municipal Garage situated right next to the park! There are City of Lodi vehicles that can include cop cars, city vehicles... essentially anything motorized that is owned by the City of Lodi, that passes right by the Tennis Courts. Sometimes the congestion is awful! Legion Park, also known as American Legion Park, also has a small playground for the little tykes in the family. Other sports activities is a basketball court (enclosed). There is also a picnic / barbecue area (3 picnic tables) for city park picnics or outside get-togethers. I understand that reservations are required, though. More family oriented that most other parks in Lodi, without the vagrancy prevalent in the more isolated parks in Lodi. Small enough that no member of your family would get lost, and more than enough type of activities to keep you busy. Note that night Tennis only until 11pm. Where to play Tennis if all the Tennis Courts in Lodi are filled? Get a list of apartment complexes that have lit courts... just act like you're a resident, and you've got it made!

I love Peterson Park. It's such an awesome spot and one of my favorite neighborhood parks…read more The trees are absolutely beautiful, big, mature, and well cared for. They give the park so much character and make it a great place to relax or spend time outside. The open grassy areas are perfect for kids to run around, play, or kick a ball. The playground is really cool and thoughtfully designed with age-appropriate equipment, which I appreciate as a parent. There are also plenty of picnic tables, and they're spread out nicely so it never feels crowded. It's clean, peaceful, and just a really welcoming place to spend an afternoon. A great park for families and anyone who loves being surrounded by nature.

Love love love this park! Recently remodeled. Great toys to play on, a shady bench place plus extra…read morebenches.. they just installed a bbq!! Basketball courts, baseball area lots of grass and always friendly people.. The bathrooms are clean and have toilet paper.. we are here every week!

If you ever drive or walk to the boat ramp parking area in Lodi Lake, you will also find "Ron…read moreWilliamson Youth Activity Area." The Ron Williamson Youth Activity Area is completely separate from the playground found in the Lodi Lake Park. It is located on a small grassy peninsula way in back of the park. This area is surrounded by the Mokelumne River Riparian. There are a few picnic tables next to the parking lot, but most of the picnic tables were located under a huge gazebo towards the end of the play area. In front of the activity area is a small playground with slides and climbing structures. This whole area is surrounded by water so small children should be closely supervised ! As always be aware of your surroundings and be safe !

Great area for an outdoor party. Large pavilion, right by the water so it's very beautiful. I did…read morenot see a playground, but there was horseshoe pits nearby and a large grass area to set up volleyball.

This park has a walking path and some outdoor exercise equipment which is not common to find in…read morethis area. There are horseshoe pits and game tables but the park is clearly designed for the older population and not for children. When we have visited this park, there tend to be lots of people walking the path for exercise but typically no one using the greenspace as it is smaller than you would find at most parks. There are a few dogs here but all are on leash walling with their owner. There are lots of squirrels and some lovely plants. The noise is minimal even though it is adjacent to a busy area but housing on both sides mean things like arguments and loud gardeners have broken our peace on many occasions. If you are looking for a park with no children in the area, this would be the one.

Nice park but people need to read the rules . Must keep dogs…read moreon six ft leach and pick up dog poop not cover it up Kids play in this park and would you like your child stepping on poop ? Help us keep this park clean Thank you

I came to Lodi Lake Park on a whim with a friend after waking up to a beautiful day, and it ended…read moreup being exactly what we needed. The entire area is incredibly peaceful and relaxing. The views of the lake are gorgeous, and the sound of the water adds such a calming, almost therapeutic vibe. We walked the full loop around the lake and also explored the nature trails that lead into the wooded areas, which made the experience feel even more immersive. There are plenty of scenic spots along the way to stop, take it in, and just enjoy being outside. It was nice seeing so many other people out walking and enjoying the space as well. The environment felt very clean, safe, and welcoming. It's also dog-friendly, which is a huge plus if you like bringing your pups along for the day. There are a couple of bathrooms conveniently located along the path, and parking is flexible - you can either find street parking or pay to park inside the park. If you're looking for something more active, they also offer kayak rentals. From what I saw, it's around $25 for a single kayak for an hour, and tandem options are available as well. You can check availability and book online. Overall, this is such a great spot to unwind, get some fresh air, and reconnect with nature. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

This nature preserve was a welcoming alternative when I visited these parts of Lodi. There's a…read moredifferent and very calming energy once entering the canopy of hovering cottonwood and oak trees. Stand still to absorb it. Inside this riparian forest I found all sorts of visual designs and patterns, especially with shades, shadows, and light playing in their space. The only distractions I had were the curious squirrels showing off their acorns. I wanted to touch a tree, but I didn't because the hammock-shaped spiderwebs creeped me out a bit. This area was their home. At first, I intended to chill at the section called Lodi Lake Beach. It was closed off with orange nets. I'm guessing it was for the protection of baby turtles. Hello world, little ones This recreational area has various activities for stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), boating, kayaking, fishing, day camping, sunbathing, picnicking, BBQ, biking, walking, wildlife photography, and people-watching, maybe even more. Other sights to see are their garden beds, lots of cool birds, and friendly squirrels. Here's a great escape from a routine work week!

I was riding my bike and stopped in to pay but come to find out , bikes are free ! I rode around…read morethis beautiful park and it was amazing!!! It was full of flowers and wild life! Looks like you have to reserve picnic sites but plan accordingly, I rode up on a Garden Club having a flower show in one of the buildings, I went in and was welcomed with open arms. The flowers were amazing! Their meeting was going to start so I left and rode over to the beautiful rose garden! Highly recommend

We were invited to a birthday party and it was located at Micke Grove Park. We were not familiar…read morewith it so I had to get directions. This park has an entrance fee before you can even go in. We paid $6 per vehicle. This park has different areas of picnic areas. The shelter type areas are reserved areas. You'll have to rent these in advanced. If you have a large party with the inflatable jump houses, you'll need reservations as well. For the smaller areas of picnic tables, it's first come first serve kind of thing. Driving around the park is pretty. You'll have to pay close attention for the curvy roads and one way signs. Inside this park, there's a Micke Grove zoo! I heard it's a small one but we didn't have time to check it out. There's also a Japanese Garden. We're very intrigued and will have to come back to check it out. There is also Fun Town, an 18 hole disc golf, water play feature, a lake, and much more. I am sure I've left out quite a bit. You'll have to check out their website for the latest updates and information. Overall, we enjoyed our day here!!

Bob Johnson park, named for the late city councilman, was opened in 2021. It's around 2 acres and…read morehas a children's play area, covered picnic area and a walking trail around the nice open greenspace. In the evenings you will find area residents walking their pups and on our last visit I saw a bunny that probably hopped over from the one side of the park that is not surrounded by houses. It's a nice little oasis for some respite or play and I would definitely visit more if I lived closer.

This is a really lovely park inside a residential area. It's was opened years ago and when we came…read moreat that time we were unimpressed with the many, MANY signs all over indicating things you cannot do at the park like "eat sunflower seeds" and the fact that no dogs were allowed anywhere. However, when you visit now you will find a lovely, well manicured park with children playing and people walking their dogs. There will even be dogs off-leash in the grassy are and people walking and rollerblading through the paths. There is a playground but drive slow here as you will also find plenty of children playing in the front yards surrounding the park and even shooting hoops in the street. This is a really nice park and I am glad people have learned to bend the rules to take full advantage of it.

I like this place and enjoyed watching my daughter having fun. Only thing i dont like are the hours…read moreonly because i work and they close so early

We LOVE Ginger Bugs! I've been taking my daughter there for years and it never gets old. Every area…read moreof kid zone is targeted for different age groups, while also being inclusive. Two different ball pits, one for little kiddos, one larger one for the older kids, sturdy wood play structures that even the adults can go on, everything is CLEAN, the list goes on. We love it, 10/10 recommend

The park is big and has a separate small dog section fenced off. Not a lot of mud holes for dogs to…read moreget into like the other park in Lodi. Unfortunately, dog parents are not good about picking up after their dogs even though dog poop bags are provided along with plenty of trash cans throughout park. Also, some dog parents are not experienced so sometimes dogs will show dominance and not be corrected. It's unfortunate that a few bad people can ruin the experience for the rest of us considerate responsible dog owners!!

Things to like about Beckman Park as a dog park (big dog area): (1)HUGE. Your pup can run and run…read moreand run. (2) Shade. Plenty of trees on the upper areas of the park for those days when your pup wants to run but you want to loaf in the shade. (3) Huge. Yes, I know I already said it was huge, but it really is. (4) Poop bag dispensers near each of the entry gates. (5) Some users are good citizens - putting found toys (balls, discs, etc) near the gates for their owners to find, randomly filling the water bowls, etc. Things where Beckman Park could be better: (1) Both entries to the large dog area are single gates, so it's easy for dogs to slip past others trying to get in/out, and escape out to the street. (2) The poop bag dispensers are not always stocked, so bring a bag or two of your own, just in case. (3) Some dog owners do not pick up after their dogs, so lawn grenades can be a problem. (4) The park is bisected into an off-leash area and a leashed area, but the dividing line is not fenced. It IS marked by a sign, but my dog can't read. (5) There is no water available in the big dog area for dogs. Hence, the good citizens who provide water randomly. Most of the owners - and dogs - using this park are friendly and easy going. If your dog gets a little rambunctious, a sincere apology is usually all it takes to clear the air. Dogs being dogs, they like to sniff each others' butts and chase each other around, and most owners seem to understand that.