LaFollette Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2.5 hours
Best Ages
All ages
About
LaFollette Park in West Allis is a Milwaukee County community park at 9418 W Washington Street that delivers solid, no-frills outdoor family time. With 392 Google reviews at 4.4 stars, it's a park that West Allis families rely on for regular use.
The park has the core elements that make a neighborhood park work: playground equipment for kids of multiple ages, sports courts for older kids and adults, and open lawn space for unstructured running and playing. The 6AM-10PM daily schedule gives morning joggers, after-school players, and post-dinner families all reasonable access windows.
For visitors to Milwaukee staying in or near West Allis, LaFollette is a convenient outdoor option that doesn't require driving to a larger destination park. Free entry, free parking, and a straightforward family park experience.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Morning or early evening; summer programming may be available
Wait Times
No wait
Nearby Food
No on-site food. West Allis has a good mix of restaurants along W National Ave and S 84th St within 5-10 minutes.
Why Kids Love It
LaFollette Park is a solid West Allis community park with playground equipment, sports courts, and open green space. With 392 reviews at 4.4 stars, it's a reliable neighborhood choice for West Allis families looking for outdoor play without driving across the metro.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Check Milwaukee County Parks for any seasonal programming at LaFollette
- The park is open 6AM-10PM, good for evening visits after dinner
- West Allis has a good food scene nearby if you want to make a day of it
- Sports facilities make it work for older kids who want pickup basketball or similar
- Bring snacks, no food on-site
What to Bring
- Snacks and water
- Sports equipment
- Sunscreen
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0.
Free Milwaukee County park.
Bring your own food.
Tips to Save
- Free.
- LaFollette Park is a well-maintained West Allis community park used heavily by local families.
