Good skate park but could use some maintenance. My grandson loved the freedom at the park.read more

Awesome people, affordable, safe facility equal a great family experience…read more Our only wish is to see them expand closer to Madison, so we could go more often.

Winter hiking in Dretzka- bring your snow boots, snowshoes, xx skiis. On our quest to hit up every…read moreMKE County Park in 2021, we came here for a walk/hike. We thoroughly enjoyed our snow tramping hike! (But Dretzka is somewhat devoid of paved trails for hiking so take note). Dretzka IS home to some of the best frisbee golf in the MKE County Parks system- and we saw small squads taking part in the well-documented frisbee golf course. It's also home to a golf golf course, complete with a golf house, so tee up! The remnants of a past toboggan hill is here- and my parents remembered tobogganning down an icy ramp, so take note sledders and xx skiiers if you're looking for a larger hill to schuss down! Acres of snow in the winter, acres of green in the summer- Dretzka is top notch.

Maybe it's because it's winter, but this is a nice and quiet park…read more It's a nice place if you're into frisbee golf and there's a decent regular golf course here too. In the summer there's a beer garden that comes around. Given its location near the highway and next to two big stores, this would be a perfect place to throw a picnic. Only negative thing I would say is that I didn't see anything for young children.

One of our favorite parks in Wauwatosa. A lot to explore. Whole park is beautiful designed with art…read morepieces. Nice bike pump track, good walking and sitting area. Events in the summer is definitely a plus.

I would have killed for a park like this when I was a kid! The play equipment is awesome with lots…read moreof fun things to do and everything is so brightly colored. Even on a gloomy and a little rainy morning like the one we visited on, this park is vibrant and fun. There are lots of grassy areas to run and play, artistic benches and fountains, the bathrooms are nice and clean, the parks workers blow out all the leaves and take good care of the grounds and did I mention the multiple really cool playground areas and toys? Plus they have Mama Rosa which is the cherry on top! This park made me wish I was a kid again, or that I had young kids again so I could come here and play. If you're in the area, definitely give this spot a stop!

Wonderful spot for a paddle! The park has much more to offer but went to use the kayak launch which…read morewas so easy! Even for a paddle board just had to make sure fins went in first. This location also has a self service kayak rental station so if you don't personally own kayaks but want to go kayaking or have a friend that wants to go along it's a great spot. Bathroom located right off the parking- was nice and clean for a park bathroom. The river was a great route! We did just under 2.5 miles. Saw lots of turtles and a family of ducks.

Very nice county park Went recently for the beer garden with…read moreRaised Grain. We had several grandchildren along that made great use of the large slide and other equipment- suitable for a wide range of ages We will go back

I spend all summer here. From the trails to the beaches to the perfect beer garden this is the…read moreplace to be. Easy access, good parking!

One of the great Milwaukee County Parks, as it has so many amenities and features going for it. I…read morelike to hike here once in awhile, going north you go through Cuppertino Park, going south you go all the way to Bay View Park past the unofficial beach area- both are great hikes. South Shore of course has: - Rentable pavilion that hosts a lot of weddings - South Shore Beer Garden top notch - Newly constructed beach area - South Shore Farmer's Market - Picnic areas - Volleyball (sand courts) - Playground - Oak Leaf Trail cuts through it - Bike trail - Fishing (shared with Cuppertino off the docks by the SS Yacht Club) The views of Milwaukee's Downtown are some of the best, and you gotta respect South Shore Park in Bay View.

Take a ride down and check out all the cool things that are on the street. Besides the UWM…read morebuildings and their Great Lakes Research Ship that they park along the river... there is a park that highlights all the various fish species that are in the lake in the river along with the additional information on the old Jones Island fishing village. You will also see huge P@H trucks on display. Also, the Komatsu offices look like a ship when you look through the windows. The whole area is pretty cool.

Beautiful small plaza with bubbling water and play features, along with a small slide, and a very…read moretall slide made out of an old shipping container. This is a great addition to the budding Harbor District, next to UWM's Freshwater Sciences building. A few bike lock stations and a bubbler and a bottle fill station make it a nice pit stop on a ride. Iron gates with art, open up to a seasonal kayak launch. Perhaps a straight shot kayak launch with less obstacles and right angles is needed here. I was in the area picking up a DIY fall river cleanup kit from Milwaukee Riverkeeper, who would probably appreciate a helping hand with occasional debris, if you spot it. It takes all of us, sometimes. There's nice signage of individual and corporate sponsors, who helped make this plaza a reality, and help keep making Milwaukee a great place on a Great Lake.

Gordon Park isn't all that big, but I am delighted it has been preserved. There are interesting…read morestone foundations and walls on the east end of the park that just beg for an explanation, including one circle that begs for rituals. When I visit with my nephews and niece, we imagine Druids feeling at home. Of course, in pleasant weather we have actually seen folks LARPing in medieval gear as if to prove us right. The splash pad is silent in fall and winter, but the playground remains active on sunny days. Off street parking is ample and soccer games are fun to watch, even if you don't have skin in the game for either side. Maybe Gordon Park isn't a big one or a famous one in the County's excellent park system, but it is so accessible -- you can just tumble out into Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods from there.

You will see a lot of families since there is a small playground and a splash pad. There is a…read morepavilion for events, meetings or any social activity. The park is pretty safe. It connects to the Beerline Trail. This trail is absolutely gorgeous. It runs along the Milwaukee River, so there is a lot of photo ops. Oh! It's really lovely. It's only 3 point something miles, but it connects to the Oak Leaf Trail, a much longer trail. Overall, 5 stars. The Beerline Trail is awesome!

I am writing to express my concern regarding the event held on Saturday, June 20, at Richard E…read more Maslowski Park. The conditions created by this event were completely out of character for our neighborhood and inappropriate for a small city park. The large crowds, excessive noise, and overall level of disruption had a significant impact on nearby residents and families. Of particular concern was the volume of traffic moving through our neighborhood. Numerous vehicles were speeding on residential streets, creating dangerous conditions for children, pedestrians, and families. The situation raised serious safety concerns for those who live in the area. I was also unable to bring my children to the park because of the environment that had developed there. The park was crowded with adults engaging in behavior that made it unsuitable for children, including loud music, profanity, smoking, and what appeared to be public intoxication. Public parks should remain safe and welcoming spaces for families, yet the atmosphere associated with this event prevented many residents from using the park as intended. In addition, I was surprised to learn that admission to the park required a $50 entrance fee, along with an additional $10 parking fee. As a Glendale resident, I have always understood Richard E. Maslowski Park to be a public park available for residents to enjoy. Being denied entry because I was unwilling or unable to pay these fees was frustrating and left me questioning how a public park could become inaccessible to the very residents whose tax dollars help support it. The person in charge, Terrell, was extremely rude and dismissive throughout our interaction. When I attempted to explain my concerns, he was unwilling to listen and did not give me an opportunity to be heard. His attitude made the experience more frustrating and left me feeling that my concerns were not take seriously. He is definitely not someone I would expect the city to have representing it. His behavior was unprofessional and did not reflect the level of courtesy and respect that Glendale residents should receive I urge the City to review the planning, permitting, security, traffic management, and enforcement measures associated with this event. Future events should be managed in a way that protects public safety, minimizes disruption to surrounding neighborhoods, and preserves reasonable access to public parks for Glendale residents.

This is an excellent park to take all ages of children. Close to the Oak Leaf Trail, this space…read moreoffers swings, slides, bridges, climbing bars, interactive panels, and many more creative options for kids to play, learn, and burn off some energy! There is plenty of open space between the play areas for kids to run around, and the benches and picnic tables offer a chance to sit and share a snack or lunch. If you visit the park during the day, don't forget your sunscreen as there are no trees to provide shade. This is a great addition to the Glendale community, and as a resident, I'm looking forward to going more often to enjoy music, the beer garden, and, of course, more time with family.