Patterson Park

Edit #2: Very excited to see that they are working on the health of the stream by removing the dam.

I really like this park, there is a small trail by the creek and there are 'sites' and picnic tables all over the place. The flooding has done a number on the grass, it's quite soggy but still easily traversable. There is a lot of water access for fishing or to dip your toes in. The trees are mainly sycamore and there's a nice sized open field in the back. I have only visited in the colder months so I can't speak on the foot traffic but it is a little run down and disrespected. I do believe there is some poison ivy there but other than that it's really lovely for photos. Hours of operation are dawn to dusk.

Update: The number of woodland native wildflowers is just fantastic. They recently went through and took care of some infected trees. This is probably my favorite park, a real gem.

Amenities:
Picnic tables
Bathroom facility
Playground(?)
Picnic shelters
Large fields
Metal grills on each site
Free parking
Bridge
Fishing
Free(?) Parking
Water access
Dogs OK

Edit: it's really tragic that a lot of the native wildflowers were mowed down for a disc golf course. Most courses use cement but the pads here are fake grass. Cars are absolutely going to get hit here, setting up holes close to a loop where the entire loop diameter is parking is asking for trouble. This park is way too small for this.

This is a quiet and somewhat remote little park. It's very nice and clean with a clear and very clean creek running through it. A small man-made waterfall adds to the overall atmosphere, while the sound of water makes a perfect background sound to relax to. I enjoy trout fishing while enjoying natural sounds and scenery. A Frisbee golf course has been recently added. I hope that the new addition doesn't cause it to get trashed!!

Nice disc golf park, hikes are relatively short but challenging. Clay is a little slippery, and the last 6 holes are still awaiting tee pads.

This is a nice scenic little park. Good place to go for a picnic, fishing or just to walk around.

An amazing little park! It has a beautiful stream that runs through it that is perfect for wading. My young kids really enjoy stopping here. It is a great place for birdwatching during migration and has a wide variety of wildflowers and wildlife. It has a small picnic shelter and bathrooms.

Perfect place to relax. Wade around in the water on a hot day! Minnows and crayfish are abundant.

Really enjoy this park. Lots of shade and a truly fun and difficult disc golf course.

Absolutely love this place! It's just like I remember when I was a kid! Love the water!

Gorgeous park. So very peaceful and secluded. I can't wait to return.

Nice quiet park to bring your family. Well maintained. Beautiful creek running through property.

Quiet place to walk the dogs or read a book. Could use a bit more play equipment for kids, but overall a great park.

If you want to take the kids out of the city it's a great park to visit. Creek to play in. Bridges to stand on. Fun place. Hi ya bugs

Very peaceful and comforting hair screwing stations and plenty of romping and stomping room

Nice, clean no frills park. A few grills and picnic tables. Quiet, rustic.

Beautiful natural park with lots of green space and a few trails.

Great place to grill and enjoy the river. Fall is the best time to visit for the colors.

If you like nature and exploring, you will like this park

Beautiful area!

It's a beautiful place to see,if I could build a cabin there I would

Beautiful nature setting, with large old sycamore trees!