A Permit to consume alcohol may be obtained with a paid picnic area reservation. Those consuming alcohol must be 21 years of age or older. There is no fee for an alcohol permit.
Bike riding is permitted in parks on roads and designated bike paths.
To see our latest listing of programs and activities visit our website link below or call (559) 713-4365
Minors age 16 years and younger are welcome to fish at Plaza Park. The pond is stocked each May for the annual Fishing Derby.
Bounce houses, water slides and like equipment are allowed in some parks and are site specific. Call the Parks and Recreation Department at (559) 713-4365 for details.
It is unlawful to emit music or noise which exceeds 60 decibles at fifty (50) feet and interferes with other uses in any public park or recreation area.
Yes. However, you may not drive any vehicles onto the grass. Always be considerate of other park users.
There are two designated "off-leash" dog areas located in the City of Visalia. Plaza Park (1800 S. Plaza Drive) and Seven Oaks Park (900 S. Edison Street). Otherwise, dogs are required to be restrained by leash.
All areas are subject to reservation, to ensure the availability of an area a reservation is highly recommended. Areas that are not reserved may be used without a permit on a first come, first served basis. A permit must be obtained for parties and events that will be having alcohol or jump equipment.
Some picnic areas have electrical outlets for public convenience. These outlets are designed strictly for small appliances not requiring more than 12 amps of electricity.
Contact the City of Visalia Urban Forestry Division at (559) 713-4384.
The Parks and Recreation Department distributes a catalog of programs and activities three times each year. This publication is also located on the City of Visalia website at www.ci.visalia.ca.us. A copy can also be obtained at the Anthony Community Center located at 345 N. Jacob Street or by calling (559) 713-4365.
Reservations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis at the Parks and Recreation Department business office located in the Anthony Community Center, 345 N. Jacob Street in Visalia. Park availability can be checked by calling (559) 713-4365. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm.
Reservations are charged on a daily basis (not hourly). Rates can vary according to seating capacity (50-200) of the picnic area.
Contact the Visalia Police Department at (559) 734-8116
Contact the Visalia Police Department at (559) 734-8116
For concerns regarding Park Maintenance contact the Visalia Parks Department at (559) 713-4384 or email parks@ci.visalia.ca.us
Cutler Park is owned and operated by the County of Tulare. Park information may be obtained by calling (559) 733-6291.
Mooney Grove Park is owned and operated by the County of Tulare. Park information may be obtained by calling (559) 733-6291.
In most cases, the property owner is responsible for the care of Valley Oak trees on their property. Valley Oak trees in the public right of way are maintained by the City.
There is no extra charge to place a bounce house in a park. Bounce houses are allowed in designated areas with a permit.
This is a civil matter between the property owners, the City has no authority.
Call the Graffiti Hotline at (559) 713-4207
To see our latest listing of programs and activities visit our website or call (559) 713-4365
To see our latest listing of programs and activities visit our website or call (559) 713-4365
Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. weather permitting
Reservable picnic areas in Visalia parks include: Blain, Houk, Plaza, Riverbend, Alejandro Ruiz Jr., Riverway Sports Park and Whitendale Park.
Contact the Visalia Senior Center at (559) 713-4381
Lights operate 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Only Valley Oak trees (Quercus lobata) with a trunk diameter of two (2) inches or greater are protected. A permit is required to trim or remove a Valley Oak on private property. Call the Urban Forestry Division at (559) 713-4384 for information or to apply for a permit.
The Parks and Recreation Department offers public swim June through August each year at Redwood High School. Call (559) 713-4365 for hours of operation and admission cost.
