Wobble Pod Bouncer | Playing in Portland

Barsotti Park is my new favorite playground structure. In fact, it is so new that Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation’s website doesn’t list the new playground as a feature. I’ve tried to pin point why this structure is my favorite, but I think there are a wide variety of reasons. For instance, it is one of the few playgrounds that has 3 sections, one for ages 6-23 months or for all abilities, one for ages 2-5 and one last one for ages 5-12. The structure is also bright and lively with new climbers and spinners accommodated by a soft surface (turf) making it more accessible for all. Please keep in mind the soft surface does break as the walking path nicely goes between the older and younger play structures. The only concern I noticed about this park is there is a tree that kids like to climb, and below it seems to be an old post almost like a bird bath that could be dangerous if a child fell on it from climbing the tree. However, precautions should be taken anytime a kid climbs a tree! Overall, this is a well-rounded park and one I think you and your family will enjoy.

Click on maps for directions to Barsotti Park.

: A pole that could hurt if kids fell off the tree.

53rd Avenue Community Park, like Snyder Park is amazing! The water feature is one of the biggest I’ve seen! The disc swings are the absolute coolest, and the play structure is a lively modern design built by one of my favorite playground companies, Landscape Structures. For the most part, this park isn’t missing anything, well, except shade. If it is a hot day, this park can be flaming! However, remember, there is water, and it is a BLAST! (Maybe at this park you might want to wear a suit, and run in the water with your kids.) As for more features, this park has sand and a concession stand! What could be better? Before you want to pack up your things and head out to this park right now there are a two other features I would like to describe, for instance the popular climbing merry-go-round (also at Raleigh Park) and AIRPLANES! Yes, you will see and hear quite a few airplanes at this park so check it out. This park is spectacular!

Click on City of Hillsboro to see their description of 53rd Ave Park.