Goett Family Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
45 minutes–1.5 hours
Best Ages
2–10
About
Goett Family Park is a neighborhood playground serving the Southern Highlands master-planned community in the far south of the Las Vegas Valley. Southern Highlands is known for its high-quality community maintenance standards, and Goett Family Park reflects that commitment with well-kept grounds and properly maintained play equipment.
The park offers the classic community playground experience: age-appropriate climbing structures, slides, and swings for the toddler-to-elementary crowd, open grassy areas for running and informal games, and the kind of friendly neighborhood atmosphere that makes outdoor play genuinely enjoyable for young families. The equipment quality and park maintenance are a notch above the average neighborhood park, consistent with Southern Highlands' overall community standards.
The Southern Highlands location places Goett Family Park in an elevated part of the Las Vegas Valley, giving it marginally cooler temperatures than lower-elevation areas during the spring and fall shoulder seasons. The community's positioning on the far south side means it sees far less tourist traffic than parks closer to the Strip, preserving its authentic neighborhood character.
Families visiting Las Vegas who are staying in Henderson, the southwest, or airport-adjacent accommodations will find Goett Family Park conveniently located near the I-15 / St. Rose Pkwy corridor. It's an easy stop for a morning of outdoor play before heading to other Las Vegas attractions.
For local families, Goett Family Park serves as a reliable gathering point in a community that values outdoor recreation and neighborly interaction. The trail connections near the park extend the outdoor experience for families who want more than playground time on their visit.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
likely no
Kid Meals
nearby
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
October through April; early morning in summer
Wait Times
No wait — open public park
Nearby Food
Southern Highlands has a growing commercial strip along St. Rose Pkwy and Bicentennial Pkwy with various casual and fast-food dining options within a few minutes' drive.
Why Kids Love It
Goett Family Park serves the Southern Highlands community in the far south of the Las Vegas Valley, offering a well-kept neighborhood playground with quality equipment and the scenic backdrop typical of this elevated, master-planned community. Children enjoy the play structures and the neighborhood's pleasant park atmosphere, which benefits from Southern Highlands' reputation for well-maintained community spaces.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Southern Highlands is a master-planned community with high maintenance standards — the parks tend to be well-kept.
- Located in the far south of Las Vegas near the I-15 / St. Rose Pkwy interchange.
- Best for children ages 2–10; the playground equipment is community-park scale rather than a regional facility.
- Southern Highlands has a network of trails near the park that families can incorporate into their visit.
- The community's elevation gives it slightly cooler temperatures than lower parts of the Las Vegas Valley — a minor but real advantage in mild weather.
- Bring sun protection and water year-round — the Nevada sun is unrelenting.
What to Bring
- Sunscreen and hats
- Water bottles
- Snacks
- Ball or outdoor toys for open grassy areas
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0.
Goett Family Park is a free public park.
Bring your own snacks and water.
Tips to Save
- ["Free admission and parking at this public park."
- ,"Pack a picnic and make a full morning outing of it."
- ,"Combine with a nearby Southern Highlands trail walk for an extended outdoor visit."
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 6AM-9PM
- Monday
- 6AM-9PM
- Sunday
- 6AM-9PM
- Tuesday
- 6AM-9PM
- Saturday
- 6AM-9PM
- Thursday
- 6AM-9PM
- Wednesday
- 6AM-9PM