Slide Hill Park

Slide Hill Park is a Davis institution that delivers exactly what its name promises: thrilling concrete slides built right into a natural hillside that kids can ride down on cardboard. Beyond the famous slides, families will find a well-equipped playground with climbing structures, open grassy areas perfect for running around, basketball courts for older kids, and shaded picnic tables that make this an ideal spot for a neighborhood gathering or casual family afternoon.

• ✓Iconic concrete slides built into the natural hillside,a unique Davis experience
• ✓Multiple climbing structures and play equipment for various ages
• ✓Basketball courts for older kids and sports-loving families
• ✓Grassy areas perfect for picnics, tag, or frisbee
• ✓Shaded picnic tables for snacks and lunch breaks

1. 1.Bring cardboard! Flattened boxes or pieces of cardboard make the concrete slides much faster and more fun (and protect clothing from wear). Many families leave extras at the park for others to use.
2. 2.Visit on weekday mornings for a quieter experience, as after-school and weekend afternoons can get quite crowded with neighborhood families.
3. 3.Pack a picnic and plan to stay awhile,the shaded picnic areas and varied play options mean kids often want to stay longer than expected.
4. 4.Wear clothes you don't mind getting dusty, as the slides and hillside play can be a bit messy, especially during dry summer months.
5. 5.Check the basketball courts if you have older kids or teens who might enjoy shooting hoops while younger siblings play on the equipment.

Weekday mornings (9-11am) or late afternoons in spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures and smaller crowds. Avoid midday summer visits when the concrete slides can get very hot and there's limited shade on the hillside.

This is a free public park with street parking available in the surrounding residential neighborhood. There are no restrooms on-site, so plan accordingly. The park is unfenced, so keep an eye on younger children.

Best during spring and fall when temperatures are moderate. Summer visits are popular but go early morning or evening as the concrete slides get extremely hot in afternoon sun. The park is open year-round, though winter visits may be muddy after rain.

Head to downtown Davis (about 2 miles away) for kid-friendly options like Burgers and Brew (great burgers and shakes) or Woodstock's Pizza (casual pizza spot with a fun atmosphere popular with families and students).