Don't come here looking for a lot of shade because roses need a lot of sun to bloom!…read more I grew up in the era where Tyler roses were kind of a big deal. If you had a Mother's Day or Mom's birthday to buy flowers, for it was a big deal to give her Tyler roses. If you were sweet other girl at school, it was also a big deal, if you not only gave her roses, but roses directly from Tyler. I had always wanted to see this Rose capital of the world. It was an easy day trip from Dallas and gave me the opportunity to see this Ground Zero from some thing that has a strong memory for me growing up. The gardens were beautiful, and when the breeze was just right, the fragrance was amazing. But I have to admit I was a little disappointed that it was not like our Arboretum, Or something like that. Nevertheless, it was worth the trip and took me down memory lane!

A beautiful and tranquil park, free and open to the public. Though the roses weren't fully out at…read morethis time of year, since we're in Azalea season, there was still plenty to walk around and do. There are a bunch of different spaces to visit, and it is well maintained. While we were there, a 3-year-old kid and his grandma were walking around, and the kid seemed to have no object permanence. He would trip and fall into a bush, get back up, and fall into the same bush again. It's not important to this review, but it was hilarious and worth sharing. Anyways, this place is a must-visit for locals and visitors! RIYL: Roses

The park of my childhood. Playgrounds, an ampitheater, a splash pad, and just tons of space to…read morewonder around and lay down. Located right by the Azalea District neighborhoods, I have fond memories of coming here as a kid. It was nice to revisit such a classic piece of my childhood while visiting Tyler. I think some of the Tennis courts were converted to pickleball courts which is great for the pickleballers as well. That playground, merry-go-round, and swing set were always next level as a kid. Bergfeld forever. RIYL: tons of grass

They have a splash pad and squirrels that are very friendly and eat from your hand. My kids loved…read moreit. They also have a playground, bathroom, and have events here all the time. They have a concert stage.

One of those parks in Tyler that has so much history and story behind it that it is really so…read moremesmerizing. Made to honor children lost, there are tributes to children through trees, animal statues, and more. It's a very tranquil place and really stunning. It's always so moving to see how many people donated and contributed to make it a reality. Always worth a visit while in Tyler. RIYL: Big ole bear statues

This little park is small but MIGHTY. Serene, very well kept and cute little spots all around:…read morebenches for sitting, cute animal themed play areas and an outdoor xylophone for the kids to jam away. There are small bridges you can cross and a few waterfalls that seemed to be out of commission for the moment, but it didn't matter. The place is still lovely. Parts of the park were dedicated to people who've passed away...such a sweet tribute. A nice little spot to walk off your meal while letting the little ones burn energy before bedtime.

I chose this place because it has a very helpful legend to navigate through the trail. It also has…read morecheckpoints and arrows in case you get lost. Very beautiful nature and trails.

Disgusting restrooms, use at your own risk. We had a…read moreweekend tournament and went to use the restrooms first thing in the morning and they were never cleaned ! Horrible service

They keep their bathrooms locked here! They have 3 bathroom facilities here and they're all locked!…read moreIf they had bathrooms here, it would be a nice place, but we need to use the restroom every now and then, wash our hands before we eat, and have a private place to change into swimming suits so my kids can play on the splash pad.

Cute playground and splashpad in a hidden spot. The splash pad is touch operated and is still on…read moretoday, October 13. The playground is good for kids age 2 and up. There are wood chips so a hazard for the younger ones who still put everything in their mouth.

Love the park. It has helped my dog's anxiety level come way down. He has learned to socialize with…read morepeople and other dogs. The park is kept so clean and well maintained. They have everything I needed to help with my part on maintaining the park. Water is accessible and so is waste bags. Love it.

Fun dog park here in Tyler! The fellow people and dogs were all friendly. The area was clean, well…read morekept, and had plenty of poopy bags to use! There was water easily available and the grounds were kept clean. They have multiple fenced in areas for your pups and if they can't handle a big puppy crowd, than you can use one of the other fenced in areas for your dog park needs. Both me and my boys really enjoyed the afternoon spent out here. The only thing I would say could be improved is that the poop smell from the trash cans easily seeped out and spread a good distance from the trash can. I LOVED their doggy wash room! Super nice! If only it could fit more than one dog!

It's worth the few extra miles of driving from the center of Tyler to see these winding trails. A…read morenice pine forest and minimalist tracks to walk, run, or ride on.

I have rode this trail since it was first cut through these woods. So much has changed through the…read moreyears. This mountain bike trail is one of many in this great city. Designed and built by local riders and businesses, the intent is to open up cycling to everyone. That's exactly what has been done. This trail system can be enjoyed by all skill levels. It is essentially split into three sections that can be entered or exited off of a granite loop that can also be iced for a warm up or down loop as well as for runners or walkers or those with children. The trail is constantly being maintained and improved. The one thing I'm not happy with are that some of the trail in the last section is not marked well and you can find yourself riding a few loops over again or even riding the wrong direction! So be careful of this. The system has At least 6 miles of trails, this number may not be accurate anymore with the additions and in fact, my ride today ended up being 7 miles and I know I coulda pulled more out of it. Attached to the park are tennis courts, a splash pad, playground equipment, baseball fields, a small pound that is stocked yearly, and miles of hiking, biking, and jogging trails. Also, you can access the South Tyler trail system from here which is an excellent trail system that will take you all over the southern part of the city. The trail system is growing every day. Also located here is Tyler's newest Police Station so there's no shortage of police presence. I always enjoy coming to this park to run, ride, practice yoga, or just relax.

The Texas State Railroad is a fun way to slow down and step back in time. During Spring Break, we…read morewent on a 50 mile round trip train ride with our son and his family to Rusk and back to Palestine. The grandkids really enjoyed the adventure of being on the train and seeing all the historical displays located in both train stations. Several weeks before, we reserved tickets on the Dome train. It was awesome to be so high up and we had great visibility to see all around. I also recommend ordering the lunch beforehand so when the train arrives in Rusk, you don't have to wait in line to order food and then go wait in another line to pick up your food. You'll need to call the phone number listed to place your order for food. A very nice lady helped me and I'm sure you'll receive the same excellent customer service when you call as well. There are picnic tables to enjoy your lunch at the Rusk station. No outside food or drink is allowed on the train. Your train ticket includes a bottle of water and a healthy fruit/veggie pretzel snack. Everyone enjoyed watching the train engine switch around to the new "front of the train" for the return trip to Palestine. You'll pass by the old turnabout that was used in the past. I highly recommend this train excursion for the young and the young at heart. The rhythmic motion was putting most passengers in a restful state, with many resting their eyes after lunch on the return trip. All ages can appreciate a train ride that takes you back in time.

The Palestine Train Depot was clean and had some seating inside in the AC. There were small…read morebathrooms, for too many people it seemed. Definitely needs some upgrades but we weren't there long and did some walking around outside while waiting on the train to be ready. The staff was great and we quickly got our tickets. We were seated on the Presidential train which was great. It had couches and plenty of room for all 3 of us. There is also a souvenir shop at the Palestine Depot. There were some cute small buildings outside this depot to look at and for my 3 year old to run around and check out. Lots of parking.