FW Kent Park continues to be a family favorite. Both because of how close it is to Iowa City (it's…read morejust three miles west of Tiffin on Highway 6) and it's beauty. We popped over this weekend for some fresh air and fall family photos. I am always just in awe of how busy the park is year round. Since my last review both of my kiddos have had the chance to take school field trips out to visit the Conservation Education Center, which is located at the park. It offers year-round educational programs and workshops. The staff is knowledgeable and the kids always have a blast. There's something for everyone at this gem. A bird blind for bird watchers. Access to the entire shoreline for anglers. Nine miles of trails for hikers and cross-country skiers. Seven historic bridges for photographers and families looking for fun family photos :) A large campground for campers-- available April through October. As well as a handful of picnic shelters (available via reservation). And, of course, Kent Park beach, my family's favorite (open Memorial Day through Labor Day) -- it is pristine, free and a great time. Overall, FW Kent Park is a wonderful place to get outside and clear your head. Drive over and explore today!

Definitely a favorite! Now that the lake has been re-opened, the park is better than ever. What I…read moreenjoy most about Kent Park is the diversity of options for activities. The park boasts a swimming beach, a nice trail around the entirety of the lake with benches if you want to stop and enjoy the views. There are many picnic shelters around the park, and a gazebo in the middle of a prairie area. I recommend taking a hike through the prairie trails. I'm also partial to taking a hike through the forest as well, or around the lake...heck, try them all at whatever length or difficulty you choose! There is a large playground area as well as a campground, so something for everyone. It's common to see many people out around the lake fishing and kayakers exploring the water.

ST Morrison Park is a long-time Coralville staple. Its idyllic fishing pond is surrounded by…read moreshelters, a (semi dated) playground, a plethora of (newer) tennis courts, the outdoor pool (which boasts two slides and a diving board) -- as well as youth ball diamonds. This park is home of the Music in the Park Concert Series, Farmers Market and 4thFest. I've been going to this park for decades, it rarely disappoints. Recently I've been renting the south ballpark for youth softball practices. It's well maintained, is appropriately priced per hour and has a plethora of (nearby) parking. You can reserve ball fields through the Coralville Rec online, via a form. (Spring softball fields are insanely hard to come by and require a draft.) ST Morrison Park is a great option for softball practice, a birthday party or just a trip to the park!

S.T. Morrison park is a delightful area just off the Coralville strip that provides a great place…read moreto go for a picnic, a run or just some chill time with the fam and pets. It's located off the back of the police station and community center and has tons of fields, ponds and shelters for whatever you're in the mood for. The Coralville water park is also attached and is a great spot to go chillax while the kids enjoy an amenity that too often requires a long drive. In addition to the great gathering areas, they have tennis courts, volleyball courts and number of baseball diamonds for use whenever. A great place to get outside and enjoy an afternoon regardless of what your interests!

Really nice pond in the middle of town. It has a trail around the pond that connects up easily to…read morethe bike trail and to other wide sidewalks adjacent to the park. The pond is stocked with fish, so there's usually a few people out trying their luck at that, either along the shoreline or at the fishing pier. You'll see families, bicyclists, joggers, and walkers out around the area. There's parking along the street and also a lot at the north side to provide plenty of parking. There are some delicious restaurants that back right up to the park if you get hungry while you're there or if you need a walk after your meal.

This is my happy place in town. Every bicycle path leads to it. You see families, dogs, bikers ,…read moreand runners. It is all around just a Happy beautiful place in town.

My oldest daughter came here for Homecoming pictures. It is a beautiful park. The trees are…read moregorgeous and there are many spots for great pictures.

Wow what a slice of heaven. This is an addition to Kiwanis Park, which is a little further away and…read moreI just love this as my dog is older and it's more tranquil. It feels like you're in a little garden oasis. They have a public hammock that somehow they managed to keep clean and really modern safe wooden children's playground.

My youngest daughter had a softball tournament here today. There are 8 fields total and the…read moreconcession stand/bathrooms are in the middle of all the fields. There was also a coffee truck and Kona ice truck which are great ideas! We like this complex because Heyns ice cream is conveniently located right across the street. :)

Penn Meadows Park is a solid location for softball tournaments!…read more It boasts nine well maintained baseball/softball fields, plenty of space for warmups, a few batting cages, trees for shade between games and plenty of bathrooms. My only three qualms are that 1) parking can be a bit crazy on tournament days, 2) the dugouts are insanely small with only one entrance and 3) the fields are numbered however they are named, too. You really have to scope out the map to figure out where 'OPTIMIST' field is or 'Pizza Ranch' field. (I get sponsorships, but let's just keep fields numbered as it's more intuitive...) I believe it is the largest park in NL. It has: picnic shelters, a few soccer fields, a playground, a volleyball court and some newer tennis courts. Additionally, there is a trail around the park. My 10U softball team took second place at the tournament here this weekend! We definitely enjoyed playing at Penn Meadows Park.

We visited Sugar Bottom for a beach day. The area was beautiful! It has a number of paths and what…read moreseems like a nice camping area (although we weren't there for that). The beach area was spacious--lots of room to spread out on the sand. The beach also has a couple of good shady spots, which is helpful on a hot day. However, we ended up heading over to the Lake MacBride beach because the Sugar Bottom area was a little less lively. Could have just been the day, but we were looking for somewhere more high energy on a summer weekend afternoon. They also don't have the boat rental options that MacBride beach has. If you do like quiet spaces then this would be the place! It also seems great if you have kids (which we don't) because there is just more space to run around. Just be prepared to bring all of your own entertainment.

Beautifully maintained campground. Several spaces with a lake view! Great for families and anyone…read morewho likes outdoor recreation. Boat dock available, and honors system firewood available in the evening. We did reservations through Recreation.gov and that made check in super easy! We brought our 2 Yorkies, and about 1/3 or more of the campers also brought dogs. Lots of trees, but also well mowed green spaces. This is now on our top 10 for Iowa campgrounds! Several spots right next to the bathroom / shower house, and great areas for larger camping groups. Would like to see a couple more updates to the shower facility. The water temp was fully adjustable-a knob rather than a button type, so you could have water the full duration of your shower. The water pressure was great, temperature great, but tile could use some updating. That may be in the works because the lighting was motion sensor and LED. There was also a ceiling fan which helped discourage bugs in the bathhouse!

A pretty solid park option in Coralville. (With a pretty spiffy pavilion for rental in the middle.)…read more There are a plethora of trails... going up to the North Liberty Rec Center and down to Coral Ridge Mall. There are frequently joggers, dog walkers and bicyclists. Great people watching! This is one of the few parks in the area with fishing... it also offers picnic tables, shelters, typical playground equipment. While I can't say it is the nicest play area around-- it does have the essential sand box, slides and swings! It's a picturesque park with a beautiful pond. (Geese and frogs are seen on the regular.). Definitely a pretty spot for engagement photos or family pics. (I've done both here!)

We love North Ridge Pavillion!read more

Tiffin is the younger brother of Iowa City, located just to the northwest of Coralville and a…read moredelightful place to go on a weekend bike ride. Small enough that you can know everyone, but not so small that is lacks a few essentials. The Ice Cream shop is a delight and the Mexican restaurant - Casa Tequila, is excellent. A number of classic homes dot the main drag and small parks are located throughout. Not a place you'll go for a particularly exciting afternoon, but a great place to stop on a bike ride or for ice cream on your way to or from the Amana colonies.

We wrapped up Fall Ball on Monday at this park. This park has 4 fields and lights for night games…read more The concession is great with plenty of restrooms located in the middle of the park. Go Jaguars!

Creekside Ball Park is in a great location, off the beaten path in Coralville-- on the way out to…read moreTiffin. It boasts three fields, well maintained restrooms, a solid concession stand (that serves up adult beverages), play structure, ample parking and plenty of open space for teams to warm up on. The dugouts are large and covered with two entrances on and off the field. The fields themselves are well maintained and drain well. My two biggest knocks on this facility are: no batting cages and the lack of shade. But those are minor. My daughter's competitive softball team plays league games here each fall and I'm a fan!

This park is part of an urban development project, so don't expect a nature trail. However, it is…read moreneat how they preserved a slice of nature with the adjacent river and wetlands. The sleek industrial walkway stands in contrast to the wetlands. Some sculptures along the path. Feels like a safe area as it is next to a conference center.

Here I am at this place and its not a popular site for visitors today. The place is serene, full…read moreof wildlife, and picturesque. I accidently stumbled on this site by accident and decided to take pictures and understand the historic significance behind this preservation. I believe it adds value to the current reconstruction of this downtown area of Coralville. Time will tell if this park will be a major attraction once the completion of the nightlife businesses occurs.