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    River View Park

    4.2 (12 reviews)

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    Monique R.

    Cute fun park & hiking trail that leads over the bridge. Family friendly and dog friendly, great for a picnic

    Dogs MUST be on leash and kept under control at all times.

    Families BEWARE. This is a dangerous park with dogs running around violently. Even though the rules set by the city are very clear (Dogs MUST be on leash and kept under control at all times), dog owners don't seem to care about them. If City of San Jose puts up a rule, they should enforce it. I don't feel safe taking my kids there.

    Kat D.

    Big, clean, spacious & new... River View Park is a great place for both adults & kids to enjoy. The kids playground is on the smaller side & seems like it'd cater to kids ages 2-10 years old. The flooring is soft & made of rubber so you don't have to worry about kids running around, falling down & getting hurt. I also like how it's gated, so that kids don't wander/run off into the streets. There's a few workout stations right outside the playground where you can do push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, etc. There's also plenty of grassy areas for adults & kiddos to run around, play catch, kick ball, etc. My most favorite thing about the park, however, are the basketball & tennis courts! They're huge!! And so nice!! (see the pics i posted) I play tennis & basketball from time to time, so as soon I saw the courts...you could only imagine how excited I became. Another thing i love about this park is how clean the restrooms are!! Then again, the place is still relatively new. The only reason why I didn't give this place 5 stars is because there's barely any shade! My family & I came here on a warm & sunny afternoon, and we were all sweating our butts off. We all had to crouch down below a little tree and share the little shade it provided while the kiddos played in the playground. Overall, I like this park a lot. I feel safe working out here, taking my family & dog here, and really appreciate how nice & well maintained it is.

    Carmen V.

    Wonderful new park in North San Jose facing a massive also pretty new set of apartment complexes. Very close to the VTA, this park is pretty much attached to the Guadalupe trail and has a life on its own. Lots of grassy areas, picnic tables (big) where you can play chess, nice chairs attached to the floor, a couple tennis courts and tons of cute facilities for children (and adults like me who like to play). I didn't see public bathroom, but yes fountains and a nice gazebo. A very pleasant park apt for everybody.

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    i happen to stumble upon this park while running along the lower guadalupe river trail, in search of a restroom.

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    Rotary PlayGarden is a wonderful park for families, especially if you have kids who need space to…read morerun, climb, explore, and use their imagination. The playground feels creative and thoughtfully designed, with different areas for different ages and energy levels. I really liked that it does not feel like a basic playground. There are fun structures, open space, places to sit, and a friendly atmosphere where kids can stay busy for a long time. It is also nice that the park feels welcoming and easy to enjoy for children with different abilities. Another thing I appreciate is that on certain days they organize different activities for children, such as small events, games, quests, and fun little challenges. It makes the park feel more alive and gives families an extra reason to come back, not just for the playground but also for the experience. The kids get excited because there is always something new to discover, and parents can relax knowing the place is active, safe, and family oriented. Overall, it is a great spot in San Jose for a simple walk, outdoor play, and a fun day with children.

    What kind of park has a zipline?!? THIS ONE. Two seating options, one with a harness for toddlers,…read morethe other for older kids (I even saw adults using this). The park also offers a fun and inclusive space for children, with climbing structures, sturdy cement slides, swings for both toddlers and older youth, a see-saw, merry-go-round, trampoline, and spongy material making up the ground's surface. The occasional squirrel, lizard, and butterfly too. As an adult simply looking for a place to relax while waiting for my car at an auto shop nearby, I was pleasantly surprised to find this park accommodating. Dirt and concrete trails weaving through the garden, lovely vegetation in spring, and a good amount of picnic tables and benches scattered throughout. Also, a shady area with fake grass and seats made out of smoothed-out logs and tree trunks, as well as adirondack chairs where I was able to hang out and nap while I was there. It wasn't too crowded or crazy on a Friday morning, though it got busier as it neared noon time. In addition, the place offers a parking lot and clean restrooms for convenience.

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    If you get to the top of the bridge and see the windmill, you can take a seat and listen to SJC radio traffic! So cool!
    If you get to the top of the bridge and see the windmill, you can take a seat and listen to SJC radio traffic! So cool!
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