South Fontana Sports Park

Park Overview

Found in Fontana is this 17.4-acre retreat where the buzz of activity meets the calm of green spaces. South Fontana Park offers green spaces and various facilities for sports enthusiasts, families with children, and those looking for a peaceful spot to unwind.

The park is well-maintained and clean, with a family-friendly atmosphere that many locals appreciate. And with doors open from 7AM to midnight every day, you can squeeze in some park time whether you're an early bird or a night owl.

Athletic Facilities

The park features four full-size artificial turf soccer/football fields that are usable year-round, regardless of weather. These well-maintained spaces are great for everything from competitive matches to casual kickarounds with friends.

Between each field, you'll find bleachers where you can cheer on the players or just take a breather. Just remember - park rules say keep your personal chairs off the turf itself, but the sidelines are fair game.

Community Spaces

At the heart of the park lies a central plaza that brings people together. This welcoming space features a shaded gathering area, a concessions stand for those snack attacks, and restroom facilities for when nature calls.

Nearby, a tree-lined picnic area offers a charming spot to enjoy an outdoor meal or catch up with friends. Tables are scattered within the park, but it's worth noting you'll need to leave the BBQ at home - there aren't any grills available here.

Playground Facilities

One of the true standouts here is the modern, universally accessible playground that welcomes children of all abilities. It's thoughtfully designed so no child has to miss out on the fun.

This unique play space features swings, climbers, stairs, and slides that provide just the right balance of challenge and excitement. The safety-focused flooring gives parents peace of mind, while the creative design has won fans among both the little ones and their grown-ups.

Fitness Opportunities

Looking to get those steps in? South Fontana Park offers several walking circuits complete with distance markers. You can find the starting point marked by a brass circle on the Santa Ana Avenue side, with helpful markers at quarter-mile, half-mile, and one-mile points as you make your way around the fields.

The park also features a Green Gym with various exercise equipment that uses your body weight for resistance. These fitness stations are sprinkled throughout the park, so you can squeeze in a workout while enjoying the fresh air.

Environmental Design

The park's layout strikes a thoughtful balance between recreational facilities and green spaces, with an eye toward sustainability. Everything is designed to complement rather than compete with the natural surroundings.

On hot days, you can cool off at the cooling mist area - a welcome relief when temperatures climb. That said, the park's trees are still growing into their shade-giving potential, so you might want to bring a hat or umbrella during summer visits until these saplings mature and offer more natural cover.