Verner Hanson Park

This part of town has three basketball full-courts within half-mile of each other. There is one here at Verner Hanson Park, another one at John Erb Park, and the last one at Marlow Brothers Park. Although the goals here do not match (i.e., the north goal has a double-rim while the other has a single one), it is still a good place to play ball. Since we play on all three courts, we do our part in sponsoring the nets whenever they get ripped. Sometimes, the coach that runs scrimmages over here does his share, too.This park also has plenty of greens, a small play area, and a horseshoes sandbox. There is a modest amount of tables and benches with one area lying underneath the shade. The nearest restroom would probably be northwest over at the Tracy Sports Complex.A number of mature trees should have been planted near the basketball court to provide some shade during the hot summer months and to tame the wind when it is blowing hard. Having a full-court in such an open area makes it quite impossible to play when the elements are in full swing. Nevertheless, nothing beats coming out and having some fun outdoors...

Nice larger size park. Included basketball hoops, playgrounds, tables, grassy areas. No restrooms are on site. The grounds are well maintained and it's a nice park to spend time at.

This review is mainly for the playground/picnic area.There is a lot of graffiti throughout the picnic tables and they are poorly maintained. The playground area is filthy and looks as if someone spilled candy/ice cream throughout the entire playground. Then there is the horse shoe toss area that is in serious need of extra sand.The park just a few blocks from here is in much better shape and better maintained. Not to mention bigger.