Very pretty, shady park that's beautifully maintained. The lower section is a playground that's…read moreaccessible at the end of Artuna Ave. You can walk up a trail to the upper section, or access from Dracena Ave. Dogs are allowed off-leash on the trails, but not the grassy lawn or playground area. It's a nice park and good for dogs who like to trot along the path with you. But if you have a rambunctious dog (like I do) who wants to tangle with other dogs or launch off the edge of the trails, this is probably not the best fit. If you've got little kids, or just want to go for a walk, Dracena Quarry Park is a good bet.

Love it! Respite for a weary woman grieving. Peace and quiet for me and my pup. We will be…read moreregulars. Sooooooo grateful?

Great park! First time there and my 4.5 yr old daughter loves it. Clean and big playground. Has a…read moretrail to walk around and if you have your doggy, great trail to walk around. Downside to this park, small parking lot!

Never disappointed with a visit to Jean Sweeney Park. Our daughter enjoys the various play areas as…read moreshe navigates between the different areas, existing in some spaces longer than others. After parking, if you can find a spot, the first play area includes a trampoline, climbing structure, a wide metal slide and an oversized musical chime. To the right, a spacious mesh swing spins with kids constantly filling and spinning it. Directly in front is an ample sand area with a brick barrier surrounding it. To the left are three picnic tables. In front of the sand area is the smaller kids play area which is directly next to the restrooms and water fountain. To the left of the little play area is the zip line. When you go further in to the park, there is a covered area with lots of picnic tables and seating grouped together, more benches and lots of grass to play and explore further. There are paths to ride bikes, scooters, roller blades and skateboards. During warmer weather this park is packed. When we visited, following a prior event, there were already lots of kids on a gray, windy, overcast day. This park is spacious on the interior but parking on the exterior is limited. The parking lot is minimal for the amount of space to explore, which is awesome but makes it difficult to navigate up close parking. Street parking is not really existent unless you enter on the opposite end of the park.

Beautiful neighborhood park. So lovely to see happy children, elders doing tai chi and neighbors…read morewalking their pups. Plenty of space to enjoy a picnic or take a short stroll. A lovely creek sits right outside the park and the area seems to be well taken care of. Cheers, The Happy Hour Huntress

There is more to Dimond Park than I thought, you just have to keep walking and you will see it…read moreall!! Once you walk past the tennis courts, picnic tables, and basketball court, you will find the Dimond Canyon hiking trail and Sausal Creek. There is also a community pool here, which is really popular during the summer. The basketball court is only a half court, so people just shoot around here. But the trail goes for a good while, it's kind of a link from the Dimond District to the Glenview area in Oakland.

Unexpected visited the park recently while accompanying a friend and her toddler. Although I didn't…read moreuse the playground myself, I observed several features worth noting. The park is located in a better looking neighborhood (than mine) near a school and sports field, giving it a lively but not overcrowded vibe. The playground equipment is clean and well-maintained, with options tailored to different developmental stages for toddlers and young children. The park has a shaded picnic area, bathroom facilities (though I didn't use them), and a small parking lot, which adds convenience. It's a walkable spot for locals and a great place for families to spend time outdoors. During our visit, it wasn't busy, with just one other group present. While I can't speak from a personal play experience, the park appears to be a well-kept, family-friendly spot perfect for young kids and their parents, as well as your pets as long as they're leashed.

Tennis, basketball, play structure and large fields. Great park that on the surface has it all…read more.. but dig a bit deer and its just a ok. I think this whole park needs a scrub down with some warm soapy water. Its fine but it doesn't really shine. In the heart of downtown - i think its best for a little walk during lunch hour if you work at the nearby businesses - maybe Kaiser. Needs a refresh. Some new energy. A feng shui master.

Mosswood Park has been here hiding here in plain view since 1907. it's a convenient outdoor space…read morefor community events like Juneteeth, kaiser demostrations, picnics, as well as private events. amenities: large grassy area, children's play area, tennis & basketball courts, baseball field. it's a great resource for nearby residents. i haven't been here for years. parking isn't a problem as there are many parking lots around. homeless tents have been sighted on da moss. (not surprising).

Nestled in a neighborhood of Emeryville off 62nd lives a park full of climbs, spins, slicing and…read morerocking. Parking is street in a residential area, free of meters and parking time limitations. The park is closed off to traffic, so crossing between the tot and big play areas is pretty safe. It is very quiet, even with the sounds of children and adults. There are two benches directly on the play area of the big kids (5-12), with three additional double benches with attached tables. There are well maintained, stocked restrooms directly off the big kid play area. Littles and parents will have to time their potty time as it is about 30-45 seconds from the tot play space. Definitely a cute little neighborhood park to visit if you are in the area.

Found a surprisingly nice little park!…read more It's not very big, but the design is thoughtful, clean, and comfortable There's plenty of shade , so even on sunny days it's not too hot--perfect for a relaxed playtime. Playground features: Slides, climbing structures, and spinning toys--great for kids of different ages There's also a toddler area , so little ones can play safely Special highlight: There's a community-donated free toy area Lots of different toys to play with--kids will feel like they've discovered a new playroom Bonus: There's a small path running through the park Kids can safely ride scooters or bikes--spacious and easy to move around Amenities: Restrooms (big plus!) Benches for parents to relax Heads up: Parking nearby can be a bit difficult, so plan some extra time or go earlier

Maxwell Park isn't that well maintained. it's named after Maxwell, the developer who originally…read morebuilt this park. Under the Maxwell Park signage, there's a placard named "George Floyd Memorial Park" with a picture of George Floyd on the right side. there's a children's playground, a water structure that's closed down (picture mysteriously not available, maybe glare issue). there's also some seating. lots of vacant space.

Cute block sized park in the Maxwell Park neighborhood. I got some welcome shade from the…read moreblistering sun yesterday while helping to search for a friend's lost dog There's a preschool fully surrounded by the park on the Allendale side. And a dinky take-one / leave-one "library" on the Fleming side. Not a destination, by any means, but nice if you live nearby.

Amazing park -- huge and full of charm! There are plenty of picnic tables and spots to sit, and you…read morecan even BBQ here with a beach view. There's a tennis court and a nice fenced dog park, too. Perfect place for a relaxing stroll with your paw buddy. Lots of trees for shade make it super comfortable and plush grass. Washington Park is a hidden gem -- peaceful, relaxing, and one of my favorite spots. Love this place!

Washington Park has been a long time favorite of my family. You have the swings for both bigger…read morekids/adults and then another set for the little ones. You've got a pretty cool baseball field with more field area for some other activities like ultimate frisbee, etc. You've got 2 different play structures and there are bathrooms. There are tables with benches throughout the park and if you'd like to have a party there, you can do so through the parks and rec department. They even have some great basketball courts and I enjoy seeing the pick up games in action! Some sad things are that the bathrooms are never clean. I am not a fan of taking my little ones in there and try to avoid it. I often find drug paraphernalia or needles on the ground and/or tables near the benches, and there's no shade in the park area except for one bench. As much as I love coming here since it is located near businesses like restaurants and we get to run into some friends there, I try to avoid it.