Playgrounds
13 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Santigo Estates Park1.6 mi from downtown
- Horseshoe Lake Park2.1 mi from downtown
- Clay Park2.4 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in Jurupa Valley with kids
4 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around Jurupa Valley, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- Glen Avon Branch Library9244 Galena
- Robidoux Branch Library5840 Mission Blvd
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Prado Dam12 mi southwest
- Carbon Canyon Dam21 mi west
- Fullerton Dam24 mi west
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Prado Dam12 mi southwest
- San Bernardino National Forest14 mi northeast
- Carbon Canyon Dam21 mi west
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in Jurupa Valley with kids?
Playgrounds (13), Libraries (2), Picnic spots (11), Wildlife and nature (23). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in Jurupa Valley for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in Jurupa Valley when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.