Spock Sanctuary + Yelp = Super Sweet Event! We were blown…read moreaway by the hospitality given during this event. Loved how everything was open and inviting right when we walked in. Small tent inside that houses reptiles and their habitats. Many exotic animals were shown and were allowed to be held. Owners Cam and Cole shared their starting point and experiences in growing Spock's. Family friendly event with so many opportunities to ask questions and learn. Yelp really made this engaging and brought community. We have visited Spock's again since this event and we are so glad we have gotten the chance to meet and know the owners.

What an awesome place! They really hit itcout of the park! I mean this in the best way, they…read moreexceeded our expectations in every single way. While visiting family we were looking for something new and different to do. I was honestly surprised my 9yr wanted to go since reptiles aren't usually her bag but Cole made it such a fun experience and by the end of our visit, my daughter wanted to pet the snakes, hold the geckos, she WANTED to see the scorpion, and she even held the mealworms in the tongs by herself! They managed to turn us into reptile lovers in hours (although my daughter's new favorite friend is Adonis, he's her dude!) We will without a doubt be back!

So much fun! Our grandson who is 4 years old loved these cars. He didn't want to stop. Also,…read morethere is several bounce rooms and slide. The woman running the place, didn't get her name, was super nice and helpful. We will definitely go back.

A hidden gem in Des Moines?…read more We think so. We have ridden by here a lot on our bikes following the Neal Smith bike trail, which is another gem of the Des Moines area! It goes right by on the levy and you can see this park just off to the northwest. We have also been here for several concerts as part of the river view concert series that are hosted by the City of Des Moines and parks and recreation systems. They host a fantastic and safe party. Please keep doing this!!! They bring in vendors and food trucks to provide food and refreshments for the attendees. They are parked right of the sidewalk and easily accessible without being in the way! Whether or not there is something happening on the stage, the place is perfect to enjoy with kids of all ages. The park equipment is all newly installed, Ada compliant and have historical themes, based on the rides that used to be here when this was an amusement park. The place is great, check it out and check out my pictures!

Came here during 4th of July and it was so much fun! Two very cool bands played on the stage which…read morewas such a cool experience. Plenty of food trucks and beer options too. Parking was right across the bridge and there were outhouses available as well

So much FUN! Staff is super friendly and attentive. Check their website to check for open play…read moretimes. They run specials too! Tuesdays are 2 for the price of 1! They also offer memberships at a reasonable price. My kids usually play here for HOURS and they still don't want to leave! Free Wi-Fi, free refills, water fountain, pizza, popcorn, nacho's, who could ask for more?? Smaller room for the smaller bounce houses, just as fun and incredible as the larger ones let me assure you! I think they have three party rooms you can rent for private parties, could be two rooms, but I'm pretty sure it's three. Bathrooms are always clean, the entire place is always clean and debris free.

I was just checking it out but my kids are too small for this. My kids are two years old. I think…read moreit's a place to take your kids who are 6+. It's a bit pricey for under 2 since the only thing that is there for little kids is a small little tikes slide and we have that same one at home

Very accommodating, clean, and welcoming environment. I would hands down recommend this place to…read moreanyone. My children love; not only coming to play but the owners as well.

From the owner: We are an indoor playground, event center and we just added a cafe to our space! Now booking…read moreparties for 2026, Birthday Party Place, Family-Owned, Coffee, Free Water, Seasonal Toys, Shoeless Facility, Woman-Owned Services: Kid's Indoor Play, Play Cafe, Indoor Playground, Play Place, Family Memberships, Monthly Memberships Location Facts: Located next door to Rent A Center! Convenience Factors Handicap Accessibility, Restrooms

We were checking this out for a future trip with the grandkids. I think it's a must go…read more It's a little sparse, but we were talking to the guy at the front desk and he was talking about trying to get official accreditation. Once they get that they can expand. Everyone who worked there was marvelous. Chatty, friendly, and enthusiastic. The exhibits are wonderful. The highlight for me is the big tank in the center with the small sharks. It's well worth taking an hour or two. I'm looking forward to what they become, and maybe give them that other star.

Love it here! I like to go right when they open so you can spend a little extra time looking at the…read moreanimals before all the strollers appear. Thankfully there is water and aquariums all over so the sound is dispersed nicely. Animals appear well cared for. Staff seems to care for the animals & be knowledgeable. They are almost entirely rehabilitated animals as well that would never survive in the wild. It's great they have an opportunity to live here. I really enjoyed the bid feeding. There are so many little hungry birds that don't mind sitting on your hand or shoe. Groupon has GREAT deals for this place as well. Highly recommend as they are set up with snacks and room for events and sometimes have experts speak & themed events.

A tucked away playground that isn't so secret…read more.. Found this playground through a friend who lives in the neighborhood. It's tucked away in suburbia and a collection of baseball diamonds. You wouldn't know it was here unless you live close by. Wonderful place to play! Must be new to the baseball diamonds. During COVID19 review: A playground that isn't so secret...Many visitors were here while we came out during the middle of a work day. There were a lot of kids running around including my own and a friend's. Kids were not social distant. Two kids wore masks while their mom had one on as well. The rest of the kids were not masked. The playground is super fun! Slides, slides, and more slides. Rubber playground surfacing and updated equipment make it phenomenal. The mini zip line seat is the highlight! Rolling slide and horizontal rolling slide. Plenty of swings as well. The playground is an all inclusive one: accessible pieces of equipment that were created and designed that allows all children to play of different abilities, skills, and conditions. We love these playgrounds! Highly recommend visiting! Will be coming back if there are smaller crowds.

I live right by this park and raised 50 dollars to help fund it, unfortunately my brother stole and…read morespent it, but its the thought that counts. Its a great park for all ages, adults too. Its got a zipline and a seesaw and a huge play set. I recommend visiting. Its a miracle park for handicapped people. And there is a bathroom nearby but its usually locked unless the miracle field is being used. I love going here at least weekly if not more. If you stand from the park side of the (well kept) trail, and go right down the trail. After a five minute walk there is another fun park with a little library. You have to cross the street once though (if you have little runners). I recommend the miracle park no question it is an amazing resource for disabled children and is wheelchair accessible. If you want to know about more good parks in the area, walker johnston park, terra park, and if you are willing to go for a 35 minute ride from the north view park area (urbandale), big creek park. I will leave reviews on these three parks for more information. - local helper, Via w.

Miracle Park All-Inclusive Playground is Ankeny's largest playground with more than 14,000 square…read morefeet of fun. The playground features double wide ramps going more than nine feet high and various play amenities that children with and without special needs can enjoy. There are roller tables, sway fun gliders, sensory play center, and an omni spinner for all to enjoy. We had a short road trip to Des Moines and this playground was close to the hotel that we stayed at. We had a little bit of time to kill so we stopped by on a late afternoon. Despite the hot weather, there were plenty of kids but it was not crowded.

Very clean park. Nice shaded picnic area. Access to restrooms. Parking was a little odd just to…read moreaccommodate schools around it.

Everyone is super friendly. Odd location in the mall tho. Registering was easy online. They provide…read morethe white hazmat shirt, eye glasses, face shield, & gloves. There's different size rooms. Music is SUPER LOUD. We were in a small room that had 2 metal bins, a printer, 2 keyboards, glass beer bottles you throw against some cinder blocks, a boxing maniquin, & a "stab" area where it was a table with foam and you stab with a screwdriver. There were hammers, crow bars & sledge hammers to help break things. There was 2 of us, not enough room in the small room. Def needed more items to smash as it was destroyed within 10-15 mins so the rest of the time it was just going back over the stuff we already broke up. But definitely an interesting experience. We want to go back for the paint room.

Are you mad? Feeling out of control?…read more Frustrated about life? Do you need to get all your anger out? Here's the place for you. Punch, kick, scream, smash, throw or whatever you need to get it all out. This place has mattress to cut or punch. Chairs to break and so much more. Bring in your old TV or computer. They provide hammers to smash those things with. It's a place to get all your frustrations out and leave with a happy smile.

I attended a work event at the Nature Lodge today. The room we used was able to access a very large…read moregroup (over 50) comfortably. Large windows brought in plenty of natural light. There was a large rolling rack for coats by the door. The entrance was welcoming with large seasonal planter. Parking was convenient and seemed to manage our group. Forgot to take pictures but will add some next time I am there.