Nice dog park, but wouldn't know it was there, if you didn't know about it. The park has a walkway…read moredown to the two gated areas; one for small dogs and the other for big dogs. It seems to be well maintained and by little beagle, Cash, has so much fun running around and making new friends each time we go.

i would have rated higher but all parking at dog run is handicapped only . while biking and hiking…read moreis mostly non-handicapped . ball park parking is all non-handicapped . about 5 dogs and 6 human pets usecats this park 360-365 days a year . the play area is very good in large dog area also small dog park is some times used for new dogs to meet regulars one on one . most of the large dogs play with small dogs ( they let small dogs win at play). the only problems is when people puppy (little kids) use dogs pool in summer (kids are welcome to play with dogs but please ask dog and owner first and supervise your child during play time) remember it is a dog park . cats are welcome if their dog friends state the cat thinks it is a dog and acts that way !!! ****** i live in Illinois not California as listed in post ******

Pretty solid little dog park. It is well-maintained and clean with nice turf. Great place for dogs…read moreto run around off-leash. They are stocked with tennis balls and potty bags. They also have a little water fountain area with some bowls for your pup to drink. Our pup met some nice doggie friends there - it wasn't too crowded though, which was nice. The doggie "jungle gym" hoops and things are cute. The only suggestion I'd have is for them to have a few more benches there.

This is a great spot to take your puppers! It's really clean and people seem to pick up after their…read moredogs well too! The turf is really nice, it can get a little hot for paws in the summertime tho. It's a great spot to let your dogs run free and play for a while!!

Joe Glik Park is a new park with pavilions and ponds, slightly rolling terrain, and recently…read moreplanted trees. As they mature, the landscaping will look really nice, especially with planned improvements. In the meantime, JGP has the widest concrete paths I can remember in any park I've visited, like the concrete guys were hurting for business, and offered a double wide, two-for-one deal. I imagine it offers a smooth surface for skaters, though I haven't noticed any here on my rare visits. Most importantly for Onyx H. and her little buddy Ruby H., this place is dog-friendly. There's a fenced dog park on the northeast side, and at least one doggie-bag dispenser. That doggie-bag dispenser can be most important when the stock of plastic bags in your pocket is exceeded by your pet's desired number of pit stops. JGP is a perfect place for a short winter walk with your canine companions.

A hidden gem in Edwardsville. Found this when I was desperate for a place to walk our dog while in…read moretown. Beautiful setting, ponds, fountains, trees, pavilions and wide walking paths. We will be back!

Plenty of room, responsible pet owners…read more Agility courses! Lots of free smells. Always plenty of dogs for there social interactions.

I love taking my dog here. A great place to get your socialize on! It's a nature preserve with tons…read moreof trails. They also have playground equipment, swings etc. the doggy park is fantastic although it might get a little muddy after a rain. There's also a doggy drinking fountain by the park. There is always plenty of buckets of water for your doggies. Responsible, great pet owners make the place a blessing.

This is a great park for just about anything you want from a park. Some moderate trails for a hike…read moreor some friendlier walking on paved areas. Nice shelters and playground area. Easy access from the road. Has open and close

A gem of a park. Scenic, rolling hills, a few hikes to choose from, an old log cabin and an off…read moreleash section all combine for an enjoyable experience for all members of the family. Clean bathrooms and a variety of picnic tables. Lovely place to spend the afternoon.

Super cute dog park. There are two fenced sections, one for smaller dogs and one for big dogs…read more There is more than one bench to sit at while dogs play, and double gated entry to help keep dogs from escaping. There are also bags located at the front of the park by a trash can to pick up after your dog. We liked the tunnels that the dogs can run through.

We just had our wedding here and it was absolutely amazing and beautiful! We used the outdoor fire…read morepit for our ceremony and then the nature center for our reception and it was perfect for our small intimate wedding (we had about 48 people). It was such a great value too, we rented the lodge and fire pit area for the entire day for less than $300 (not including the deposit which we got back after cleaning and turning in the keys.) The natural greenery made for such gorgeous outdoor photos and also reduced the need for extra outdoor decor aside from our arbor and chair sashes. Highly recommend for small events, it was a life and budget saver for us when our original venue booking fell through and I'm actually grateful that it worked out this way because the Nature Center hands down made our wedding unforgettable.

Easy walking trail. Not remote but feel a nice secluded hike. Has a dog park. Accessible,…read moreparking near trail. Park like setting before you begin trails. Friendly walking area

Township Park is a wonderful park to take kids and family to for a beautiful day out! There is…read moreplenty of space to run and place plus they have lots of play ground equipment to keep everyone busy! I don't like you can't bring pets, but I do understand to a point also. It's a great community park!

The best park for kids I've ever seen. Someone posted a bad review saying there weren't any…read moreswings, but I saw lots of swings! My little guy loves going to this park! It's a true gem for this area. Also, there is lots of area to play ball, throw a frisbee or fly a kite! It's fun to take a blanket and have a picnic in the grass, but there are lots of picnic tables too.

Broemmelsiek is a beautiful park. It is in a hilly and green area near O'Fallon, MO. The park is…read morelarge and has numerous picnic shelters, walking paths, hiking trails, kayak rental, catch and release fishing, lots of parking and a visitor center. The park is dog-friendly, as long as they are on a leash. But, they also have a pretty big dog park where they can run around unleashed. We will be here next weekend for our grandson's high school graduation party. The pavilions we will use are quite large, have lots of tables, ceiling fans, lights, a fire pit restrooms and a playground. This park can be enjoyed whether you have a group event or if you just want to chill out and soak in your surroundings.

This is my second time here. We went here on Saturday afternoon for friends' handout and crawfish…read moreand seafood feast with friends. It was awesome that this place is very big and spacious with playground nearby for the kids to play. There are several pavilions here but it was easy to navigate. There are plenty of parking spaces. I definitely will come back here again.

What a gem! Gorgeous lake and a clean safe beach with lifeguards and tons of water activities…read more(trampoline, diving board, giant blow up recreation thing). I just wanted to find a good old fashioned lake in driving distance and this hit the spot. 7$ per adult for use all day (you can leave and come back). I think kids are 5. It was just my partner and I and there's plenty of space for what ends up being naturally divided into adult/kid spaces. We went on a scorching hot Wednesday and were pleasantly surprised by a relatively quiet beach. They have showers, and an indoor shop with food and drinks. No alcohol. This is a great old fashioned beach. Highly recommend.

We absolutely love this beach! I feel like it's a hidden gem. We live in St. Louis and it's only…read moreabout one hour and five minutes away. The beach has the floating obstacle course, sand for building Sandcastles,and a swing set. You can pay to bring a cooler in, but there's also food options. Available on site. It is cash only so beware.... But they have an ATM for people like me who never carry cash.