Best Playgrounds Near Redlands, CA for Kids (2026)

Redlands has well-maintained city parks with real play structures, and the nearby Moreno Valley adds a destination playground with a 100-foot zip line for when kids are ready for something more ambitious. Brookside Park is the in-city favorite with climbing frames and ducks nearby. Here are the best playground picks in and around Redlands for 2026.

Top-Rated Playgrounds Near Redlands

1. Brookside Park (Redlands)

Location: 1630 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Redlands' best playground at Brookside Park: climbing frames, spinning structures, toddler house, and duck ponds. Brookside Park combines climbing equipment with a toddler-sized house structure and spinning elements that give different age groups something to do simultaneously. Two duck ponds adjoin the play area, naturally extending visits. Volleyball courts, paved stroller-accessible paths, and restrooms complete the 9.2-acre park.

Good to know: climbing frames, toddler house structure, spinning structures, age-zone slides, duck pond adjacent, restrooms.

Parent tip: The duck ponds near the playground are a reliable second act after the climbing equipment. Paths are paved and stroller-accessible. Weekday mornings are noticeably uncrowded compared to weekend afternoons.

For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Brookside Park page.

2. Israel Beal Park (Redlands)

Location: Colorado St & Riverview Dr, Redlands, CA 92373

Israel Beal Park playground, Redlands: two age-zone structures, rubber surfacing, and a creek-side nature area. A rubber-surfaced playground for younger kids and a wood-chip-surfaced structure for older kids at Israel Beal Park put each age group on appropriate equipment. The nature study area with creek views and one-mile paved loop path extend the visit naturally. Basketball courts, bike parking, restrooms. 7.8 acres, 1.2 miles from central Redlands.

Good to know: two playground zones, rubber surfacing, wood chip surfacing, basketball courts, nature study area, restrooms.

Parent tip: The nature study area with creek views is a practical addition after playground time. The paved loop path accommodates strollers comfortably. Quieter on weekdays than on weekend afternoons.

3. Martinez Park (Redlands)

Location: San Bernardino Ave & Church St, Redlands, CA 92374

Redlands' 18-acre park with age-zone playgrounds and lighted baseball fields, Martinez Park. Martinez Park's 18.2-acre layout accommodates separate playground areas for different ages alongside lighted baseball fields that keep the park usable into evening hours in summer. Picnic facilities and open lawn round out the property. A good multi-use stop for families where different ages need different activities at the same time.

Good to know: playground, separate age zones, lighted baseball fields, picnic areas, restrooms.

Parent tip: Baseball field lights mean the park stays functional into evenings, which is useful in summer when daytime visits are uncomfortable. Weekend afternoons draw sports leagues; weekday evenings are the sweet spot for playground use.

4. Shadow Mountain Park (Moreno Valley)

If you're based in Redlands, it's about 12 min without traffic, worth combining with other Moreno Valley stops.

Location: 25000 Delphinium Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Shadow Mountain Park's 100-foot zip line, climbing wall, and parkour course make it the destination playground upgrade near Redlands. Shadow Mountain Park in Moreno Valley has a fully gated playground with a 100-foot zip line, a second shorter zip line, a rock climbing wall, and a compact parkour course alongside slides and bridges. The gated play area keeps younger kids from wandering while older siblings tackle the advanced equipment. About 8 miles from Redlands.

Good to know: rock climbing wall, parkour course, gated playground, baseball fields, restrooms.

Parent tip: Arrive before 9am on weekends to avoid waits at the zip line. Weekday visits offer the full experience without any line. The fully gated play area keeps younger kids contained.

Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Shadow Mountain Park city page.

5. Laramie Park (Redlands)

Location: 1699 W Fern Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Laramie Park's shaded playground is Redlands' best pick for toddlers who need a cooler surface. Laramie Park has a shaded play area with equipment scaled for younger children alongside cool paved pathways and shade trees that keep the area more comfortable than open-field parks. The smaller, calmer layout suits families with children under 8 who need a lower-stimulation environment. Open lawn adjacent for running between equipment turns.

Good to know: shaded playground, toddler equipment, cool paved surface, open lawn, shade trees.

Parent tip: The shaded surface is a meaningful advantage in summer when other park equipment gets too hot. Good toddler pick on weekday mornings when the park is at its calmest.

How we picked these

Picks are ranked by play structure quality: climbing variety, toddler and big-kid zones, shade, surfacing, and restroom access. Distinctive destination features like zip lines and inclusive builds rank first. Curated from city parks pages, parent reviews, and recreation resources, not paid placement.

Planning your visit

Inland Empire heat builds quickly from May through October. Metal equipment heats up by 10am in summer. Morning visits before that window, or evening visits after 5pm, are most comfortable. Spring and fall afternoons are excellent. Redlands' tree-lined parks offer more natural shade than many Inland Empire cities, which helps extend the comfortable morning window.

For more kids' events near Redlands this week, see the Redlands events page.

Redlands Playgrounds, Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best playgrounds for kids near Redlands, CA?

Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout playgrounds within about 10 miles of Redlands. The top picks include Brookside Park, Israel Beal Park and Martinez Park, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.

Are playgrounds near Redlands free?

Yes, every playground in this guide is free to visit, with no admission fee or ticket required for Brookside Park, Israel Beal Park, Martinez Park or any of the other picks.

What is the closest playground to Redlands?

Brookside Park is the closest pick at under a mile from Redlands. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon, short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.

When is the best time to visit playgrounds in Redlands?

In North Texas, before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. from May through September, playground surfaces and slides can reach 150°F by midday in summer. Spring (March–May) and fall (October–November) work all day. Saturday mornings are busiest thanks to youth sports; weekday afternoons are quietest.