Really enjoyed this park as it was exactly what I was seeking today. I am about 6 months pregnant and in Tempe on business. Wanted to find somewhere to get a couple miles of exercise in and also see some beautiful scenery while feeling safe and not get isolated and in fear of stray animals or transients. This park was perfect. Lots of people, however all was spread out so it didn't feel like it was crowded at all and I still had plenty of my own space. Lots of tree shade to sit under and several different covered seating, almost cabana-esque, to sit in and/or fish. Paddle boats available and right by a recreational facility. I will definitely come back for some afternoon exercise through the week. If I were to move here, I would most definitely come back with the whole family to spend the morning/afternoon. read more

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Beautiful park with lots to offer. Basketball courts, batting cages, fishing, and a lake with a trail. It's really relaxing to come down on a weekend morning. read more

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Very nice park and surroundings with a very easily trekked walking trail and thankfully open late (12am) plus good location boba is close and if your there during the day it's a short shot over to AZ mills mall. read more

I took a group of children to this park after a field trip in downtown Phoenix. Since the park has been updated (not sure when) my school children had so much fun! I also live near this park and enjoy it's facilities. I would recommend this park before any other! read more

Great park with lots of different playgrounds for kids of any age. Plenty of paths to get a good walk in. Splash pad seems a little run down but it's shaded which is nice. read more

This might quite possibly be one of the best parks ever in Arizona for littles. I think for parents it's the ample seating: THANK YOU Park People! And for kids, the TALL (safe) slides! Beautiful places to sit and picnic, long safe sidewalks for scooters, open spaces to walk your dogs, conveniently located restrooms, and play options for both little and big kids. And thank you for the shade structures! You could easily spend hours here. Pack your picnic, bring your toys, scooters, and water and enjoy this gift of a park! read more

It's a large green park. Well appointed for the kids. However there's not enough parking for those really busy weekends. Sometimes the city of Tempe holds special weekend events there and, of course, there are the holiday family gathering weekends (like Easter). After driving around and around for half an hour in the heat, don't be temped to park in an unauthorized zone even if it's a Sunday and there are a ton of other cars parked there. The city of Tempe has this $$$ making opportunity all scoped out. They swoop down and give out $115 tickets. The curbs dedicated to fire zones could fit the whole fire department there. There's no need for so much room dedicated to this when parking is limited on busy weekends. Emergency vehicles can always pull up onto the grass, and probably would anyway, if there was a huge emergency. read more

Kiwanis park is a really good time.... whether you're out for a walk, taking a bike ride, or just sitting and relaxing by the lake. Biking up and down the hills can really give you a run for your money without even realizing it.. until it's too late :) Not that I know this from experience. I definitely don't give up. There are plenty of shelters and picnic areas that you can use if open or reserve. I always see birthday parties and events going on while I'm there. Another common sighting is people watching and feeding the ducks. I always stop to see the babies. There's so much to offer from basketball courts to green areas, playgrounds and picnic shelters. One of the activities I keep wanting to do but never remember is take a trip on the peddle boats. Someone remind me in a few weeks to do this. Or fall :) Most of the weekend days bring some type of festival or event that makes the park too crowded for me. Sometimes the teenagers playing at the basketball courts are too rowdy and sometimes the people at parties in the shelters don't watch their children that are running into my bicycle. Other than that, it's not bad, read more

This might sound kind of kooky, but I'd actually like to meet the team that designed this park oh so long ago in the seventies. They did such a great job. There is something for everyone and it's so family-friendly. I've visited here three times so far and each time I saw families jogging together, friends paddling and biking together, a photographer taking pictures of the birds, ducks sleeping at night, left-over decorations from somebody's birthday party (clean up after yourselves, people!), picnic blankets and couples talking about serious things together, family BBQs, little kids running wildly and scraping their knees in the process... you get the idea. The park has a little bit of everything and plenty of open space so that nobody feels crowded. There was some kind of community play fair set up with loud music one afternoon, but it was tucked behind a hill so it didn't really bother. Click here for a map: http://www.tempe.gov/parks/parks/Maps/Kiwanis%20Park%20map.pdf You'll see that park also accommodates soccer, tennis, swimming, baseball, and plenty space for informal play (frisbee, etc.). Fantastic for walking and talking. Also, can't wait to go back and try out those funky 3- and 4-wheel bikes people were riding. I am sure Kiwanis will be favorite spot for years to come. read more

great multi purpose park that's fun for the whole family. Activities include fishing, basketball, paddle boats, baseball, playgrounds, BBQ!, volleyball, Frisbee, biking, dog walking, summer movies, etc Good clean free fun for everyone :) read more

Omg I wish I lived near this park. Ran a 5k! It is beautiful. I would run here everyday! read more

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LOVE to see a bunch of people break down into one of the playgrounds (INCLUDING parents) when there's a fence around the playground and it's closed for maintenance. With ZERO people wearing mask too. Great job Tempe. read more

Nice Trails and full of trees and greenery. What a breathtaking view. Epic. Walking trails, Chirping Birds, Water in the Lake , Paddle Boats,Trees, Ramadas, Coots, Turtles, Doves, Fishing Area etc. Bike Trail and Canal on west. A Paradise in Sun Valley Indeed ! read more

Kiwanis Community Park - Kiwani's Park. Walk little further left from entrance to experience this view. - Parks Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Huge park with tons to do for all ages. There's an indoor wave pool, batting cages, lake, party areas, grills and playgrounds. Park is up-kept and a good area to walk and ride bikes. read more

I love this park. It literally has everything volleyball,basketball, baseball, soccer, there's a great lake you can fish at (I walked around it with my bf), they even have a recreation center with a wave pool. read more

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I always love coming to this park and on Fridays the movies in the park or just a cool place to walk and workout read more

Kiwanis Community Park - Gabbys 9th birthday party - Parks Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

First time at the pond/lake and it wasn't bad at all. Caught a nice 23 inch 6 lb channel cat, that was released and waiting to be caught again! Pond didn't look like it had much fish but it was pretty loaded with bass. My friend hooked onto three bass but they released themselves. Anyways great place to fish and plenty of shade for little events! Tight lines! read more

Love coming to the batting cages here! My tip is to avoid Friday nights- crazy wait just to get in a cage.

Nice park! It seems huge-- wish I had more than fifteen minutes to have a look around. I hope to visit again soon, take a few pictures, and perhaps update to four stars... I didn't chance upon the lake that is pictured on the photos here... Like I said, this park is huge! And from the short time I spent there, it was very clean, too. read more

Kiwanis Park. I've fished here. I've eaten fish I caught here. I've ice-blocked here. I've played hooky from high school here. I've played lots of sand volleyball here. I've played lots of soccer here. I've coached lots of soccer here. I've kissed numerous girls here. I've had sex here. I've burnt my legs on the slides here. I've attended company picnics here. I've stolen things from here. I've chased a goose here. I've hidden from the cops here. I've gone on class field trips where you have to hold hands with your "buddy" here. I've jogged around that damn lake maybe a thousand times here. I've seen horses here. I've stepped in horseshit here. I've cried here. I've gotten drunk here. I've played practical jokes on friends here. I've fallen for a girl that eventually passed away here. I've fallen off various pieces of playground equipment here. I've lost clothing here. I've found money here. I've bled profusely here. I've injured my knees, ankles, back, elbows, and wrists here. I've run from thugs here. I've met people here. I've played indoor basketball, batted at the cages, and swam on the same day here. I've walked and pondered where my life was heading here. I've made memories here. I've chased people here. I've crashed parties for free grub and booze here. I've gotten pulled over here. I've had every meal of the day here. I've volunteered here. I've pushed someone in the lake here. I've had a MILF experience here. I've actually used the paddle-boats here. I've been scared here. I've been scarred here. I've watched the sunrise and sunset with someone I care about here. I've seen old-timey bicycles here. I've won here. I've lost here. I've tied and been upset at the concept of ties here. I've gotten to-go food from Someburros to eat here. I've gotten splinters from here. I've yelled at my best friend here. I've laughed here. I've made fun of a dude named Arty here. I've made up stories in my mind of the origins of the loud industrial noises from the west (across the canal) here. Essentially, I've "lived" here and a part of me always will.... Kiwanis Park may not be the most beautiful park in the world, or even Tempe, but, if you've spent some time living in Tempe, you'll find that it is the oft-overlooked heart of the Tempe I love and miss. I'm positive many others may have an even longer "I've ____ here" list for Kiwanis Park.... read more

I love this park and there is tons to do! They also have free public events all the time!

Love this spot great community for the youth my son had a great time here connecting and playing ball

Pretty with lots of areas for athletics, community center, man made ponds for fishing, small boats and playground. Real nice for everyone. read more

I come here to people watch. I mean it seriously would give a comedian some good material. With that said, I have been coming here for years for my annual picnic with my girl Jill C. They have really cleaned it up by redoing all of the Ramada's' and such. The park is very clean (although you had better bring your own soap of you go to the bathroom. Learned that lesson after our first trip) There are tons of activities you can do. We have watched numerous wedding photos being taken, a obscene number of picnics over the years. I am telling you, people watching at its finest. I enjoy coming and will continue to come as long as they keep up the great work! read more

My daughter LOVES this park and it's walking distance from our place, what's not to love read more

Great place to take your pup and just explore. Lots of room to run around and relax. Nice view of the lake and great events happening at the park. read more

My husband and I brought our 2 kids, a 1 year old and 3 year old to this park a few weeks ago. This is one of the best parks that i have ever seen! It was awesome! The kids had so much fun and so did we. There is so much to do here. read more

Large park, good for walking and running. There were a lot of fishermen early in the morning while we were running and the different birds were fun to watch along our run. There are paddle boats available for rent - and we'll come back for that. There are different playground s and amenities throughout but we didn't use them. Lots of parking. It was clean and early in the morning city crews were there doing maintenance. Like many urban parks, there were a couple of transient/mentally troubled people, we weren't bothered by them, but like any park, anywhere, anytime, if you are by yourself running or walking, it's smart to be aware of your surroundings. Will come back. read more

Very well maintained park! Probably the best I have been to in the Phx area. HUGE lake with lots of fish and fishing spots. Well maintained restrooms. Volleyball, basketball courts. Lots of parking and picnic tables. Very well maintained trees and grass. read more

The lake, large grass area, volleyball nets, picnic tables make it the perfect all in one park location.

Great place to walk your dog in the park. Hanging out by the roses in the Rose Garden. Or throw a fishing line out and catch a fish or two. Or hanging out at the wave pool or hit a ball at the batting cages read more

I barely come to the park, but I remember this park when I was little and it was still developing. I'd say it is a pretty nice park. It's quiet and there aren't really any thing bad about it. It's relaxing and it's a park so, definitely great for the kids. read more

Kiwanis park is beautiful! The lake is clean, the grass is trimmed, and the community is safe.

Love this park, it's right across from my apartment and we take the dogs walking through the park all the time. There's always something going on here, and it's very clean. The lake is cute too! Love this little park, so do our dogs! Lots to do here, volleyball courts, softball field, soccer field, rec center with wave pool, cute lake with grills and fishing. It's a nice family park, we always see tons of families out on our walks. Feels safe too! read more

This park as the cutest little lake ever! So excited to have found this place and it is not too far from home.

Great place for a run/walk, picnic, paddle boat ride etc... Pond needs some clean up, but relatively clear. Fishing available with restrictions. read more

What a beautiful park! Very relaxing, though there can be a lot of people at times. I love the volleyball courts - they work perfectly! This is a great place to hang out or jog or play, there is a lot of variety and it goes quite a ways, so you can look around and find the right place to hang out. And it is very well kept up - very green... read more

Holy crap there is a lot to do here! It is a beautiful park that can be well utilized for all things OUTDOOR! There are volleyball nets, walking/jogging routes, a lake, pavilion fun, and more. Definitely come and check this place out with the family! It's worth it when the weather is as beautiful as it is right now! read more

I love this park and spent an incredible amount of time here, kids, sports, walking etc. I use to live a block away when I was in my 20's and spent a lot of time here. Great trails, kid parks, tons to do. This park will always be a soft spot for me.....love it read more

Nice playground for toddlers, however the train was out of service both times we went.