A million years ago when I was in high school, I broke up with my boyfriend at this park. It was a…read moresad day, but I've had many great memories there since then (and even made amends with the boyfriend and we are on good terms now). Anyway, this park has been around forever and whether your memories are of the lush, green grassy areas or the adjacent recreational equipment, you probably have a story of your own. Hopefully there are more happy memories than sad ones like mine. Because it's centrally located and a large size, there are lots of markets or community events that are held here. There is a parking lot nearby as well as ample street parking. It's a great space to bring the St. George and surrounding community together.

At this park weekly St. George farmers market is in full swing. There are food trucks too. You can…read moreorder your food in the market grounds too. Then there is a pavilion you can go eat under at a picnic table or take a huge blanket to enjoy your food on the grass close to the park while the children play. There is a farmer market every Saturday. The hours for summer are 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (noon) MDT until October. Winter hours are from November to April 10 am - 2 pm. Closed the last 2 weeks of December and all of January for winter break. This park is huge, plenty of space for big or small families to congregate too. Area to play pickle ball, run, shade to relax, walk with your fur baby on a leash, walk along the pathway with your signing other (you get the idea), safe enough to walk by yourself too and plenty of space to set up family outdoor games. Bathrooms, drinking fountains, and plenty of parking. Parking, little side rant. If you are parking on a Saturday when the area is busy, then it sucks finding a spot. The vehicles start parking at entrances/exits, then it turns into a one-way battle of who is turning around. In my opinion, parking should not be allowed in those narrow entrances/exits. Otherwise, it is FUN, FUN, FUN... and next door to rodeo grounds, too.

I'm so glad I came across this park! There are a couple of other parks in town that I usually stop…read moreat with my dog, but as I was driving by, I noticed this park and my dog needed a potty break, so I pulled into the parking lot and got out. The park looked beautiful from the start and hearing the water from the nearby creek that goes through some of the 7 acre park was very relaxing and peaceful. There are no swings in this park more than likely because they have been taken out of most parks due to safety concerns. The closest thing you will find to a swing at this park are the swinging benches and I recommend relaxing in one near the creek like I did because it was so nice! This park is located next to the Santa Clara River and the water flowing through the creek is water from the river. There was a flood in 2005 and there are plaques I saw that mentioned some of the homes right near the river across from this park that were flooded and the plaques tell some of the story that you might want to stop and read and then take a look around at the area to better understand with a visual experience some of what happened. The playground is very interesting. Hubby and I had a fun time trying to figure out what the heck most of it was. I can't imagine they would take the swings and other playground equipment out to start putting this type of stuff in, but it's happening and I am seeing it at more and more parks. The play structures I saw and played on were extremely fun and also extremely dangerous. You will have the type of kids who don't let kids play in a place like this and will give a 1 or 2 star rating because the playground equipment is dangerous, but not me. I rather let my kids have fun memories of playing at the park and if they break an arm or leg well that's just what happens and I will not sue the park or city because it's just apart of being a kid. The Santa Clara River Regional Trail goes through the park and the path for it is hard to miss and well maintained. There are 2 shaded picnic areas that are good sized with picnic tables and BBQ grills. There are bathrooms and they were clean, a volleyball court and horseshoe pits. This park offers something for the whole family.

St George has some great parks! Shady, at least in parts, with some cool equipment. My kids all…read morefound something fun to do (age 3-11). Less crowded on the days we visited, than the larger Thunder Junction down the road. Odd, though, no drinking fountains...

Hidden Valley Park is easily one of the best playgrounds I have taken my toddler to in the St…read more George area! It is tucked away in the back of a neighborhood area in the southern part of town. This playground features a huge, well-maintained play structure with tons of space for running and exploring. Compared to other playgrounds, it is also well-shaded. There is also a smaller toddler play structure, although that one does get a lot more sun exposure. Beautiful grassy areas and tons of trees surround the playground. It is also next to a covered picnic table area. There is also a splash pad that we didn't get to see this time, but hopefully next time we will! I wish we could have come to this park more than once. But it was a little bit out of the way compared to the other places we visited. But it is definitely worth including on your list of St. George playgrounds!

Cute park but no water Last couple of times we stop by this…read morepark water wasn't working and now it completely gone Does have clean bathrooms and shady areas

I've only been here when I've been in town to run the Sand Hollow Marathon. Each time that I had…read morerun that marathon, this was the place to check-in and pick up our race packets. On race morning, they would open up the place so that we can stay out of the chilly morning air and to use the restrooms prior to the race. It was a good race venue as it was always kept clean and there was ample parking for all of the race participants as well as their friends and family.

The playground and splash pad are great for the kids! The outside bathroom stink! They do offer a…read morelot of fun classes for people of all ages. No matter what time of year it is, this building is always cold!

Fun park. Nice big shade trees. My kids love dancing on the stage and enjoy the tall twisty slide.read more

A cute park with plenty of grass right next to the community center and across from an art…read morebuilding. It's decorated for Christmas right now with a big, beautiful tree that lights up at night. I felt very calm and relaxed here. The only downside was that the park is right next to a main road, so not the safest for small children and maybe not the most quiet park. Still so beautiful.

Pretty stupid park and the park was a mess but it is still beautiful I love the way. The water was…read moreso dirty

We stopped at this park while visiting Zion in the Fall. It's a beautiful park in Springdale. It's…read morefree, ample parking, lush grass, a nice bridge with the Virgin River running past, bbq pit/picnic areas, and past the bridge the area opens up to sandy trails. Saw some happy dogs running around, all with the red rocks in the background. The restroom was clean. Perfect place for a lovely picnic and enjoying nature, minus the Zion crowds. On the opposite side of Zion, on your way to or from Vegas.

I went for a long walk here during my visit to St. George. It is a great place to go on a walk in…read morethe morning hours. The park has miles of paved walking trails. There are lots of birds to see in the morning. It was nice to visit a park that doesn't have a bunch of hobos camping out, like many of the parks here in Southern Nevada nowadays. I recommend wearing good hiking shoes and bringing some extra water.

Walking the trail in the area! Clean bathrooms. Good parking. Virgin River runs through it here…read more Easy to access.

If you blink, you might miss it--but Bloomington Petroglyph Park is one of those low-key spots that…read moreends up being way cooler than you expect. We pulled up thinking it would be a quick stop... and yeah, it is quick--but it's also surprisingly fascinating. This tiny half-acre park is literally tucked into a neighborhood, which feels weird at first (like, "am I lost?"), but then you walk up and boom--massive boulders covered in ancient carvings. The petroglyphs are believed to have been created by Native peoples thousands of years ago, and you can spot all kinds of shapes--humans, animals, spirals, and random symbols that still kind of feel like a mystery. What makes this place stand out is how ridiculously accessible it is. You park, walk maybe 20 feet, and you're face-to-face with real ancient rock art. No hike, no effort--just instant history. It's not a big, flashy attraction, so don't come expecting a full-on park experience. No bathrooms, no visitor center--just a small path, a couple benches, and the rocks. But honestly? That's part of the charm. If you're in St. George and want a quick, unique stop that feels a little off-the-beaten-path, this is it. Just don't touch the carvings--these things have survived thousands of years... let's not be the generation that ruins them. Follow us for more hidden gems on our socials @reessroots

If you are in the area, it is a quick stop that has interesting history. The reason I said maybe…read moreis because when I read the description of a 5 acre park to see petroglyphs, I would have driven anywhere feasible to see it. It is in fact , not even an acre and only one or two rocks that have the petroglyphs on them....not a park!