'Always looking for a good park to take HAPA Boy, my bully-pit to... 'And as we were driving by, I saw this place. ('And what'doya know, it's not on Yelp*... Well, now it is.) So, we just had to stop and check it out.
Magnolia Park (Southtown Park) - Work in Progress (WiP)
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#ndDE6F6-de-aikEhYE5ShQ
The west side of Magnolia Park has been partially opened for public access and use. A very nice fledgling of a park... 'Appears to be coming along great thus far and looks promising as it nears completion. The park is still a Work in Progress, but as previously stated, parts of it are opened for public use. At the time of our visit, the restrooms & "Spray Play Feature,"(Water Play Area), were currently under construction. One of the workers told me that the restrooms should be completed in about three weeks... 'Too bad, cause I really could've used it three minutes ago. Hence, our "brief" first visit.
"The Pack" @ play (HAPA & Trixie) - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#h-uVmaRvmne0WIKRs9ChWg
Daily Republic News Article (Excerpt):
The first phase of development, located on approximately six acres of the western half of the Southtown oval, includes a ball field suitable for practice and casual games, a covered group picnic area with eight tables and barbecue pits, and play areas for children 2 to 12 years old, according to a city news release. A custom spray play feature will be installed after the first phase is complete.
The park will ultimately include a basketball court; multiple small picnic areas, all with barbecues and two with structural shade; an open turf area; a plaza/seating area; restrooms; pathway connections to the local neighborhood; security lighting; and off-street parking for about 100 vehicles, according to the release. (End)
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Magnolia Park (My breakdown):
* Approximately 5.9 acres
* New; very clean
* 3 Shaded Gazebos (With BBQ stations)
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#kKEQTESwqS3dwPbUlh9bMw
* Picnic Tables
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#yzHCWzsuvWwmwZge4iQbsQ
* Great looking grass; lots of open space for the kids & pets
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#WScb4YVjbA_tOMAfV5UFTA
* Restrooms unavailable @ the time (WiP)
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ
* Chidren's Play Area (Ages: 2 - 12 yrs)
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#k9spootfT1iutGtixkoOjw
* Spray Play Feature (WiP) - Approx. cost: $80,000
Details: Tiger Salamander sculpture, three prairie flower sculptures, and two jumping water flower jets, and connecting all of the above water play equipment to an existing potable water service, installation of storm drain field inlets, and the installation of poured in place rubberized safety surfacing.
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#VoxZf0Y5dvct3GVOVqo1AQ
* Full Basketball Court
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#LrQWUCnCFf24O3P8KKeHbA
* Security Lights
Photo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#LjPHg4Zc5xoJ8uClzU4t8Q
* Multiple drinking fountains
* DID NOT SEE any doggy poop bag stations... (I suspect they might be installed at a later time.) So, be sure to pack bags & pick up after your pets... 'Theres plenty of lazy @ssholes already. So, don't be "That guy... 'Or girl." Plus, it's a brand new, clean, great park, keep it that way!
* Multiple garbage receptacles
At the time we stopped by, there were a few families with their kids enjoying the playground. 'Just as we were about to leave a young girl walked over to say hi to The Pack. ('And as always check with the pet's owner first prior to having children approach them like this mother did. As the ol' saying goes, "Better safe, than a bloody mess & 17 stitches later in the ER.")
HAPA Boy, getting a little help from his new friend - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#a6QVP3wTYs7za7Fku1duxw
Trixie, taking a break - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/magnolia-park-vacaville?select=rvRz3n_FzkgRpBWe4rznJQ#xvlYeo32WCTk4g8WqIiEfA
I've been to a few parks in the Vacaville area and most of them are just, "Okay."
This one however is slightly higher in overall grade/quality. I was very impressed to see that there is grass coverage, edge-to-edge and no dirt/gravel paths. (It's a huge plus, especially when you're taking the dogs out to the park.)
Magnolia Park looks promising!
- Big Aloha!
Food: n/a
Ambiance: 4
Service: 4
Value: 5 read more