John Lyons Park

John Lyons park is amazing. Super clean and not crowded- we went on a Saturday morning and we were the only ones there for an entire hour . My 2 and 4 year old loved it! Soccer area (rubber small field with two goals), open field (for anything you want to do- including kite flying, running, sports), paved trail for little ones to ride bikes (just short of a half a mile), basketball court, two play areas (one for really little guys and one for bigger kids), dog bags- this park has it all except for bathrooms- however there was a public library on the corner that was open and the restrooms were on the right as soon as you entered the doors! Don't let the sketchy neighborhood fool you- this park is awesome- not a lot of shade though- bring your sunscreen!

Teeny tiny thing tucked in a neighborhood. Great for locals to bring their kids to play at the small jungle gym but not much green space for older kids or adults to frisbee or anything else.

This is my favorite locations on the Eastside. It was a vacant lot for many years. It is a great addition in a very walkable neighborhood. The park is packed with family friendly amenities- off street parking, walking path, fitness area, covered picnic tables, playgrounds, futsal court, basketball, sand volleyball, and restrooms. The park is well maintained by the city and the community. For more low-key enjoyment, grab your favorite read from the newly renovated library across the street, pick a bench and enjoy the sunshine. Mornings are peaceful, the evenings and weekends can be crowded as the park has great lighting to enjoy amenities late into the evening.