The Beautiful city of Redlands, CA is home to 14 wonderful parks with over 143 acres of land.  All perfect for an afternoon picnic, a family get together or just a leisurely stroll.  I have personally visited many of these parks and frequently spend time at both Sylvan Park and Crafton Park with my 18 month old son.  He loves the open space and let's not forget the playground!  Here is a complete list of the local Redlands parks.  I invite you to put some time aside and take the family to a nearby.  You'll find that it's fun, free, and refreshing.  Redlands, CA Parks Brookside Park, a 9.2 acre neighborhood park with picnic and playground facilities. The park is located on Brookside Avenue between Terracina Boulevard and Bellevue Avenue. Caroline Park Entry MonumentCaroline Park, a 16.8 ... 03/16/2007

people like to live here because it is a larger city that still acts likea smaller city." A representative of a major local employer similarlycommented that Redlands is the jewel of the Inland Empire because it"is more cosmopolitan than the surrounding region. It has everythingthe people need to do: shop, work, and good education for the kids.It can be compared to portions of Woodland Hills/Calabasas, mixedwith Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo."There was widespread agreement on the contributions of historicneighborhoods, and downtown-as well as the community'shistory-in giving Redlands special buildings, ambiance and meaning.For many, the sense of history is tied to the city's early orange grovesand citrus economy, and the loss of orchards and packing housesfro... 03/08/2007