Rudgear Park

I come on Sundays mostly. Seems like the Club is there from open until about 1pm. Later about 4pm til close a meet up group goes there. I don’t belong to either but I go and join in. Everyone is welcoming of all levels.

There’s a system that works fairly efficiently for joining for doubles and waiting turns for the next open court. In the morning there is a board to write your name on. In the afternoon, you place your paddle in the fence in columns of four then from left to right. (Where the left most set of four takes the next open court).

I have never waited more than 10-15 min for a game. It’s always fun. There is a water fountain close, the bathrooms are further away. I recommend brining a hat for shade (which I always forget) as the sun goes down it can interfere with play.

Great spot for dog play. Evening puppy gatherings an hour or so before sunset

Great park with tennis, play structure, basketball, trails, grass, etc.

This place rocks. Great family oriented park. Lots of friendly dogs and dog lovers. Baseball team practices and senior players practices. The only thing that is a bit out of line is the kid on the electric motorcycle tearing up the lawn. He doesn't watch out for the dogs and doesn't belong in the park. But I am sure his parents are allowing him to do this so it's not really his fault.

Small but very cute park with ample free parking, kids playground, sort fields, tennis courts, etc. As for me the best feature is a trail to the lovely Sugarloaf Open Space one of the jevels of Walnut Creek. The trail is pretty short 10-15 min slow walking. It is easily accessible for most people. Highly recommended on any season.