Southside Park

Southside Park, located in Sacramento, California, is a hidden gem that offers a plethora of amenities for visitors of all ages. With a beautiful pond, playground structures, and a long walking path, this park is perfect for families looking to enjoy a day out in nature. The park also features picnic tables, basketball courts, and a stage for events.

One standout feature of Southside Park is its dedication to being family-friendly, with designated areas for both younger and older children to play. The park is also dog-friendly, making it a great spot to bring your furry friends for a day of fun. In addition, the park provides ample street parking, bike parking, and even an EV charging station for environmentally conscious visitors.

The reviews from customers like Joyce W., Dan D., and Chloe B. highlight the diverse range of activities and amenities that Southside Park has to offer. Whether you're looking to relax by the pond, explore the playground structures, or simply take a leisurely walk, there is something for everyone at this park.

Overall, Southside Park stands out as a welcoming and well-maintained destination in the heart of downtown Sacramento. With its spacious layout, clean facilities, and variety of recreational opportunities, it's no wonder that visitors continue to rave about their experiences at Southside Park. So, next time you're looking for a peaceful escape in the city, be sure to check out Southside Park for a memorable day outdoors.

Southside Park Menu

Location

Address: 2115 6th St Sacramento, CA 95818
Phone: (916) 808-5200

🕓 Work Hours
MON 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
TUE 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
WED 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
THU 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
FRI 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
SAT 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM
SUN 06:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Business info

  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • EV charging station available
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Joyce W.

    27 June 2024

    The playground/play structures area are nice, with two levels, one for the littles, and one for older kids. That whole area is gated and pretty safe, although since this is downtown, definitely check before your kids play on the structures and make sure there's no questionable items they may pick up, step on, etc. Overall, I do think people who do illegal activities elsewhere in the large park stay outside of this gated (low gates) area where the kids play as they do respect or know better, and hopefully it stays that way. The rest of the park is huge, with a pond, a walking/running path, and covers at least 6-8 city blocks, there's plenty of grass, a stage area w/an artistic mural, there's several stone tables for picnics, tennis courts, and even a pool, although at the moment the pool (which is obviously not free and requires admission) is under repair. Overall, Southside Park is not one of city's best parks, parts of it is kind of rundown, and b/c of its location it's got a lot of interesting individuals loitering after hours or sleeping on the picnic tables, and stone or metal benches throughout the park, and some of whom do things you wouldn't want your kids to see, smell, witness, or try. This is a gathering area for the homeless, with some sleeping or camping out, especially during the pandemic. But it's still a nice park b/c it's downtown where it really needs some urban greenery especially for the neighborhoods immediately surrounding that corner of Sacramento.

  • Author: Dan D.

    19 July 2023

    Great place to take the family. There's a lake, lots of f space, stage, swimming. Picnic tables Basketball courts

  • Author: Chloe B.

    01 May 2023

    If you've lived in Sacramento for awhile you've probably driven by this park but stopping to go to it, not so much. Today was my first time going to the park because I was at a grilled cheese event. I enjoyed the easy flow of the park. The park had a pond, playground, and long walking path. The bathroom situation is far and few between. I could see if you lived in the area you'd frequent this park.

  • Author: Kelsey C.

    16 May 2022

    What a nice park to visit! There's two main areas to play with slides and bridges. There's a sand area for digging, a music area to get groovy, swings to fly, and grass to run around. Next door was the grilled cheese festival, so I read the reviews. While there today, the park was clean, they had restrooms with closed doors that were also clean, and I didn't see a homeless camp too close to the park or any homeless people around. We had a fun time playing, being creative, and just being a kid today. If you're in the area, this is the place to play!