If you haven’t had a chance to check out Jackie Parker Park here in Edmonton, then this is one park that you need to check out with your kids! When I was writing my post about parks in Edmonton that have bathrooms I came across this park and I am so glad I did. Located in South Edmonton at at 4540 50 Street this park is a huge hidden gem within the city!
Splash
In between 2 of the play areas and close to the bathrooms this spray deck is one of the best that I have seen in Edmonton. There is plenty of space for kids to run around in the water to cool off and a water table as well for kids to play in as well.
Play
With 5 separate areas to play, there is definitely space for kids of all ages. A place for smaller kids, a forrest theme area, a main park the makes it ‘feel like playing in a fortress’, run, and play, a whole section dedicated to climbing, and another area for swinging. This park has. it. all.
Picnic
With plenty of green space to throw down a blanket as well as picnic tables all around there isn’t a lack of space to set up for a few areas. My favourite is the campfire set up for sure, a perfect area to roast some hot dogs while the kids play! (*current fire ban in effect 5/6/16)
The park also has some great trails to go for a walk, a decent amount of parking, as well as dog park. I’d say this park is going to top our list of parks to play in this summer for sure!
To get more information on Jackie Parker Park or to rent one picnic areas you can check out the City of Edmonton website or call 311.