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4.1 (47 reviews)

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Bienvenido A.

South west of 10 freeway Ford st. exit in Redlands. Nice quiet place to spend some relaxation or activities like walking or playing. Have come here when my kids were still small for picnics and just to play. It's still a beautiful place to visit. Even the ponds (2) are still here maintained & ducks swimming around having a good time. Good place for walking exercise as it is hilly full of grass but still have paved pathways as an alternate choice. Most likely coming back here again. This time with the grand kids telling them about memories & time spent with their parents then.

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Monty D.

For Redlands, this is a good sized park. While the parking is a bit small for its size, the park has plenty to offer most families. By the parking lot is the racket ball courts, tennis courts and pickle ball courts. You'll have to check the rules for playing, they are extremely popular. There are plenty of jungle gyms for children. This park has 2 ponds with ducks, and at least one turtle (see photo). A great children's introduction to the outdoors. Additionally, there is plenty of open, grassy space for kids to kick balls and burn off energy. For those of all ages, there is frisbee golf. For those of any skill set, its a good way of throwing a frisbee without too much chasing of errand throws.

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Such a cute little park. Great for the family. Make sure to bring bread to feed the ducks, they are always starving.

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Always very clean, nice amount of green, BBQs, sitting area, Tennis courts well maintained, Lake very nice and peaceful.

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Sylvan Park - Impressive skate park.

Sylvan Park

3.9(30 reviews)
1.3 mi

I took the Metrolink Arrow from Downtown Redlands to the University of Redlands station to visit…read moreSylvan Park. Although the park is technically just across the street there's no crosswalk within a mile in either direction. It honestly feels like the City of Redlands isn't fully aware they have train service. The park itself is quite lovely and spacious, featuring a large rose garden, a children's play area, a gazebo (which requires a permit to use), several picnic spots, a horseshoe pit, and a skatepark. One picnic area has a functioning sink, but the others lack water access. While the landscaping is attractive, overall maintenance leaves much to be desired. There are remnants of old tennis courts in disrepair, and although the restrooms were clean and open, they're very outdated and likely don't meet current codes (cities don't have to comply with their own codes). Sidewalks are scarce, making this park difficult to navigate for anyone with mobility challenges. If you're planning a small gathering, keep your group under 25 people to avoid needing a permit. Seating is limited, so arriving early is a must. Also, be prepared to pack up and leave quickly if law enforcement hassles you. Parking is limited for a park of this size, which is why taking the train would be ideal--if it weren't for the unsafe street crossing, especially concerning if you have small children. Sylvan Park is technically a "resident park," not a "public park." This means its primary use is intended for Redlands residents, and non-resident use may be restricted or require additional permissions. For larger group events needing permits, you'll likely need liability insurance and guidance from a Redlands-based attorney is strongly advised.

Yes it's a nice park for all groups. The city maintains it well so take your family and friends and…read morepeaceful enjoy your time.

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Sinks in picnic areas with water faucets capped off.

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Israel Beal Park - Sun rising

Israel Beal Park

4.8(16 reviews)
3.3 mi

Very nice park. Very clean in a friendly neighborhood Nice working trail and dog park.read more

This is my favorite park in Redlands for my morning walks. For those who haven't been here before,…read moreyes, there is a restroom in the middle of the park for your convenience. Plus, for dog owners, they always replenish and have trash bags to use so that you can pick up after your dog's poop. You will love talking a jog or walk in this park because the one mile circle around the park is all cemented. No worries about getting your shoes dirty. For families with kids, there are two play grounds for your children to enjoy too. This park is big enough if you want to hold your kid's birthday party too. Just be mindful that on the weekend, below where the park is situated is a shooting range and you will hear their customers practice shooting. I usually like coming earlier in the morning if you don't want to hear the gun shots. I love how you feel close to nature listening to all the birds that live in the trees at this park. If you get lucky, you will get a glimpse of bunnies and maybe squirrels. There are cemented picnic areas too and only two water fountains. Plus one grill area if you want to BBQ. Please be respectful and clean up after yourself when you are done so that others can enjoy the park as well. A few days ago, because of the strong winds, two trees fell down, but the park employees were on top and taped off the area to be removed. I hope that you enjoy your day at this park too.

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View of the park as sun is rising

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Caroline Park - Mossy Groundcover

Caroline Park

4.5(26 reviews)
1.3 mi

This was my first time at this park. You have to drive through the neighborhood of upper Redlands…read moreto get here. Since I decided to have an early morning walk in this park at 5 am, I didn't have difficulty finding a parking spot at the top side of the park. I love hearing all the birds in this park. It's so relaxing and you feel so close to nature. The hiking/walking trail is one mile to walk around the circumference of the park. Be mindful though, the trail is a dirt pathway and if they recently watered the grass, then you'll encounter patches of mud. The trees and bushes are numbered so you can look up what type of plant they are, but they're indigenous to the area. There were only a few people taking their morning walks and others taking their dogs out for a walk as well. I only noticed a few poop droppings from dogs where their owners didn't pick up after them, but other than that, this park makes you feel like you're taking a hike in nature. To the far right, is a grassy meadow where you can have a picnic. There are no picnic benches there though. This is area was completely green from the care and watering. Great place to bring your dog to run freely chasing Frisbees or balls. Also, there are no public restrooms at this park. However, I did notice one water fountain and people must have left bowls there for their dogs to drink out of. Overall, a beautiful park to visit and enjoy nature.

I had heard of Caroline Park fifteen years ago but never made it there. We had our Grandson so…read morethought we would take him there. You end up walking downhill and there's a large grass area. We saw people sitting having a picnic. You get to this area when you start by sign at the top of park and take path on right side. Our Grandson could run around and explore, fun day .

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Leonard Bailey Park

Leonard Bailey Park

4.3(3 reviews)
3.9 mi

This park is actually part of Bryn Mar Elementary. I didn't know the official name of the park…read moreuntil I looked it up. My kids call it the Blue Park because of the blue colors used on the play ground equipment. There is alot of land. So much of the park is not used. I think the playground should be expanded since they have so much room. They have 2 tennis courts. (which is used quite frequently) A baseball diamond which I don't see people on much. And two play areas. One on the west side of the school which consist of a two sections for older kids and younger kids. On the South east side there is another play area. It is further from the parking lot so most people don't use it. I think this section is used more for the school and may have been build by Bryn Mar. The play area uses a rubber mat which is good in case your kids fall. There is no basketball court, which on one hand is usually good because it keeps the knuckle heads away, however, considering the area in Loma Linda there isn't usually that kind of rif raf there anyway. North of here there is a few basketball courts that people frequent at Bryn Mawr Veterans Memorial Park. The neighborhood is nice. I think they should add a little more shade. There is a restroom near the play area which is good, but there is only one table with a canopy for shade. When it is a hot and sunny day it can be a problem. Especially if you don't want to get a tan, or a sun burn, or both!

A good park but it definitely needs some work. The soccer field has goals the size of Moby Dick's…read moremouth (definitely not regulation size) and the field usually has potholes and foot tall grass. The upper soccer field has nuts but they usually have a lot of rips in them. The tennis courts are great but they turn off the lights at 10 which I can understand but is kind of a bummer

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