Ruiz Park — Attraction in Visalia

Nice playground for younger littles, maybe eight and under. There are real no climbing elements or any water features. However, there are plenty of spots to sit and shade which is a huge bonus. There are two party/BBQ areas and a large amount of open grass for soccer or baseball. A paths makes a nice loop for walks/runs and bikes or scooters. The whole loops is visible from the seating areas so you can monitor older children without hovering.

Con: No restrooms. And the occasional bad pet owner.

Concerns: Although I have had no bad interactions, there is a transient population that moves through this park because of the railway/Sante Fe trail and the connection to St. John's Park and the river. I keep a close eye on my very social five year old and we have had many discussions about when to approach a stranger and when not to. The transient population is a common issue in the Californian Valley so I am not really bothered by this, just vigilant. Of course, "Parking" is an issue (people sitting in their cars while smoking, playing loud music, making-out, etc.) as with most parks. However, they move on quickly when the...

I've lived near this park for almost 30 years. Played here when I was a little kid. Lots of memories. We used to call it Checkerboard Park because the tables around it have checker boards on them. I've noticed that since the city put in the Santa fe path which connects to this park, there is a lot of homeless there. Always burning stuff and leaving...

My grandson Elijah took his lil brother and I to Ruiz Park. I never knew this park was were it is. Very nice park. It was clean and the playground equipment is protected from the not so nice sun. This definitely would be a nice park to have lunch or even a very...