About McAllister Park
A sprawling, free-to-access park perfect for families, offering extensive flat walking and biking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, and frequent deer sightings, though visitors must remain vigilant about vehicle security.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Free family day trips outdoorsEasy, low-elevation family bike ridesToddlers and Preschoolers (playgrounds)School-age Children and Teens (biking, soccer, baseball, and Pokemon Go)
Why families love it
- Abundant wildlife sightings, especially deer visible throughout the day
- Extensive trail system suitable for walking, running, and gravel biking with minimal elevation changes
- Multiple playgrounds and sports facilities including soccer fields and baseball cages
- Excellent environment for playing Pokemon Go
- Playgrounds for children
- Flat, non-technical single and double-track trails for easy biking
Insider tips
- Do not leave any valuables in your car and keep a close eye on your vehicle due to break-in risks
- Watch the ground carefully for snakes while on the trails
- Bring your own water bottles to stay hydrated
- Consider carrying mace and staying highly aware of your surroundings
Good to know before you go
- Leaving your car unattended with valuables inside
- Frequent vehicle break-ins in the parking lots
- Presence of snakes on the trails
- General safety concerns prompting recommendations to carry mace and stay vigilant
- Crowds
- Pedestrians and cyclists are respectful of personal space, making for a comfortable trail experience
- Value
- Outstanding value as entry, park amenities, and parking are completely free.
- Food
- No food options mentioned; visitors should bring their own water bottles
- Accessibility
- Trails feature very little elevation change, making them highly accessible for leisurely walks and non-technical biking
- Safety
- No official safety measures mentioned; visitors recommend personal vigilance and carrying mace
What parents say
"Big Great soccer field with plenty of walking bike running trails. There's a few playgrounds and baseball cages . Free parking. Deer in view. Makes you want to have more time in the day to explore the area. Love this park . 😍 definitely recommend if you want to get some sunshine with family friends or even alone. Perfect place to spend time outdoors for free. All you need is a water bottle and yourself. Enjoy!"
2 weeks ago
"This park is an excellent destination for a leisurely walk, featuring a playground for children and accommodating both bicycles and dogs. Fellow pedestrians and cyclists exhibited courtesy and respect for personal boundaries. 🚨 Wildlife, including deer and snakes, has been spotted on the trails, be aware.🚨"
7 months ago
"Beautiful park with many walking trails. You will see many deer at all times of the day! Great park to play Pokemon Go"
4 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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