Neighbors' Park is one of my favorite places to hang out in my neighborhood ("8th and I1,"). It is a small park, but it is perfect for the folks in the neighborhood. The park boasts an active community garden where I have two plots, and a large playground on the upper portion, where the local kids are welcoming of everyone. The lower section is dog friendly but A LOT of owners do not pick up. Instead, they use our little park as a toilet. Overall, I give it five stars because it is perfect for stepping outside, watching your kids play and enjoying the weather. Park close 1/2 hour after sundown. I wouldn't suggest hanging out there at night. That neighborhood can be rough after dark, like most on Hilltop. During the day, keep an eye on your bags. I have had a big purse and a backpack stolen right out from underneath my nose in the daytime and I am not the only one. This is also true of People's and...
Read morethis park is great. I live literally right next door to it for the past 6 years. the Tacoma metro parks and also the I st. neighborhood always have fun events and special things for the kids to do. it's a tight little community that really cares. they have a community garden, with plots open for kids to plant. every year toward the end of the summer, they host #nationalnightout. food, entertainment, so much fun for the kids! parks like this is how we help keep our kids out of trouble and off the...
Read moreVery nice and quiet community Park. Also I love the community gardens it also has a small playground area a couple of picnic tables. The trees provide a nice shaded area to sit in. Overall it is nice quiet park. Had a nice peaceful lunch made some sandwiches, cookies, chips and a good conversation with a couple of homeboys from the shelter. Made for a great day...
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