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Rivercrest Park

5170 Rivercrest Ln, Memphis, TN 38135, USA

Overview

Category:Best Outdoor Playgrounds
Location:Memphis, TN

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Rivercrest Park is a highly-rated, shaded neighborhood playground surrounded by nature, featuring a diverse play structure and a pleasant paved walking trail. It's ideal for families seeking a relaxed outdoor experience with younger children.

Key Highlights

  • Playground entirely tucked into trees, providing plenty of natural shade.
  • Diverse swing set including both toddler swings and regular swing seats.
  • Slide set featuring 3 different slides and engaging climbing aspects.
  • Paved walking trail that loops through the woods, offering a natural immersion.
  • Trail is a quarter-mile loop, perfect for 'littles on bikes' or family strolls, and stays close to the playground.

Standout Features

  • Abundant natural shade from surrounding trees, keeping the play area cool.
  • A quarter-mile paved walking trail that is fully wooded on both sides.
  • A slide set with three distinct slides, offering variety for children.
  • Climbing aspects integrated into the play structure.
  • Dedicated bench for parent seating near the play area.

Perfect For

Perfect for Toddlers (1-3 years): Has dedicated toddler swings, small paved trail for 'littles on bikes'.
Great for Young Children (3-8 years): Offers regular swings, 3 different slides, climbing aspects, and a 'big toy playground'.
Older Children/Teens (9+ years): May find the playground less engaging due to its 'little park' size, though the walking trail could be enjoyable.

Ideal For

Shaded playdates for young children and toddlers.
Families looking for a short, scenic walk or bike ride in nature with 'littles'.
Parents who appreciate natural surroundings for their children's play.
A quick stop for outdoor play and exercise.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Bring your own water bottles as there are no water fountains.
  • Plan for restroom needs before arrival or expect to leave the park for facilities.
  • The paved trail is excellent for young children learning to ride bikes or scooters.
  • Ideal for a relaxed outing, especially on warmer days due to the shade.

Things to Consider

  • No water fountains available on-site.
  • No restrooms available on-site, as it is a neighborhood park.

Price & Value

Not mentioned, but described as a 'neighborhood park' implying it is free to access.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • Paved walking trail, which may accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
  • No other specific accessibility features (e.g., sensory-friendly, adaptive equipment) were detailed in reviews.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • No water fountains or food vendors mentioned. Parents should bring their own water and snacks.

🚗Parking Info

  • Not mentioned in reviews. As a 'neighborhood park', street parking is likely available, but not confirmed.

👥Crowd Levels

  • Not explicitly mentioned. Described as a 'little park', it might feel full quickly, but reviews do not indicate it's regularly overcrowded.

🛡️Safety Features

  • No specific safety features like staff supervision, gates, or first aid stations were mentioned in the reviews.
  • Standard playground design includes climbing aspects and slides. Parents should supervise their children closely.

When to Avoid

  • Extended visits if you or your children require frequent restroom access or water refills.
  • If you need a park with supervised staff or extensive amenities like snack bars.

What People Say

What's Great

  • Spacious play areas (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Areas for Improvement

  • Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 3 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Jasz Thepainter

Jasz Thepainter

9 months ago

This park is wonderful. Tucked into the trees so you get plenty of shade. There is a walking trail,a swing set ,with toddler swings as well as regular swing seats. There is a silde set with 3 different slides and climbing aspects. There is a bench for seating, but no water fountains or restrooms are available, because it is a neighborhood park.

Shiree Conner

Shiree Conner

4 years ago

Great playground that is still surrounded by nature. I love how the walking trail takes you through the woods.

Rachel D'Ambra

Rachel D'Ambra

8 years ago

Great little park with a swing set and big toy playground. There is about a quarter mile loop around that is fully wooded on both sides but the path is paved.

Caitlin Cardosi

Caitlin Cardosi

4 years ago

Beautiful walking trail and a nice playground for the kids! Love this park.

Kaylee Tropp

Kaylee Tropp

a year ago

A nice little playground with small a paved trail that loops through the woods and back, doesn't go too far from the playground. Perfect for littles on bikes or taking a stroll.

Contact Information

5170 Rivercrest Ln, Memphis, TN 38135, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.6
Total Reviews54
Recent Reviews5