One of our favorite parks for a family day out! The playground is great for kids safe, clean, and…read morewith plenty of space to run around. There's a nice lake, open grassy areas, and shaded spots which make it perfect for relaxing or having a picnic. My toddler always has a great time here. Such a peaceful and well-maintained park definitely a go-to for us!

Polliwog is the largest park in all of the South Bay and a great park for a walk. They've got a…read morelarge pond - watch out for all the Canadian geese and watch your step for um some nature droppings. They have several playgrounds, picnic areas and gazebos. Note - Manhattan Beach is pretty strict with large parties at the park- so you will need to reserve if you're hosting a party. Overall it's a fun park that's a perfect spot for picnics, nature sight seeing and chill days.

Loved the more laid back vibe of this beach. There was parking available and it didn't take us too…read morelong to find some. The only minor issue is that the restrooms are a bit far if you place yourself towards the middle of the beach. They have spots for beach volleyball and there are lots of people walking and riding their bikes on the sidewalk. This beach is also a good option if you want to go inside the water.

This was a very clean and peaceful park. There's parking surrounding the park but it was full even…read moreat 6:30am. It's located across from the Strand in Manhattan Beach where there is a lifeguard station with a public parking lot with meters. There's also a couple of basketball hoops. Dogs are allowed on the grass in the lower part of the park. On the upper level, there's benches to enjoy the lovely view of the beach (where dogs are not allowed). I would definitely come back to visit and bring a snack to have a picnic on the beautiful lawn.

Five Stars for Angel , whom is part of the staff that works at Rec Park !! Angel was kind and…read moreprofessional and went above and beyond to make sure that we had a positive experience at the tennis courts . Thank You , Angel !! And you are a great employee in case you don't hear that enough. We appreciate you .

The place is really thought out. Well. There was ample parking. They have lights for when it gets…read moredarker. There's a playground for older kids, a playground for younger kids and a huge open field. The bathrooms were surprisingly very very clean. I was very surprised. I thought it was going to be something where I had to hold my breath for 3 minutes. Use the bathroom, wash my hands and head out. But it was extremely clean. They have a giant fire pit. No one started a fire there, but it looks like that would be a pretty big bonfire. I would come by again if I was in the area. Good job El Segundo

Live Oak Park has seen me in every phase of my life. Whether it be hitting dingers in my Little…read moreLeague Baseball League, playing pick up basketball as a kid against grown men, taking tennis lessons (I was trash at tennis), or running around here in middle school with my group of friends, Live Oak has been instrumental in my growth as a man. Most recently, it's been here for me when I come back from NYC and just want to get some shots up alone. Nothing as cathartic as grabbing the new basketball my Granny just got me, popping my airpods in, and doing the basketball workouts I used to do as a kid when hoop dreams were all I cared about. Something about reconnecting with that part of myself just eases the stresses that come with adulthood. I think that chubby insecure kid would be proud of who I am today, and that makes me smile. It's good to look back at your past and appreciate who you've become... But don't stare at it, or you'll end up staying there. Look back, smile, and keep pushing forward. I also randomly seen Kendrick Lamar doing a prison workout here a few years back. That was a trip lol. THANK YOU LIVE OAK! THANK YOU GRANNY I LOVE THIS NEW BASKETBALL! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews

Live Oak Park is another favorite of ours when hanging out in the Manhattan Beach area. My girl…read morelove Tennis, so I have to play tennis with her and her friends when we all come here to hang out lol. I will take a break and play basketball as well with random strangers . People in this community are friendly.Park is clean and safe for children and families. No homeless or trouble makers lurking around here because Manhattan Beach also have a wonderful Police Station as well not far by. I like this park when coming to the South Bay.

I've been coming to the Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden for years, and it's one of those rare…read moreplaces that only grows more meaningful over time. I watched my daughter explore, play, and quite literally grow up among these paths, which makes every visit feel a little nostalgic. It's a peaceful, beautiful spot, a perfect place for a slow stroll or an afternoon picnic. This is easily one of my favorite places in the South Bay. A true little sanctuary.

I am getting more interested in botany and this small, cute garden on the east side of the PCH in…read moreManhattan Beach is fun & informative. There is a nice variety of plants to enjoy with plaques explaining what they are. There's also some nice wood benches to sit and contemplate nature and our relationship to it. Recommended especially for kids.

Great spot for a run! People are friendly and try to be considerate of the space. A lot of people…read morewalking their dogs but for the most part they are on a leash. Nice scenic views with markers to inform you of mileage. I wasn't sure how far it went but I got up to around 3.5 miles. There are light posts which seem to light up the trail at night. Nice benches to sit. The entrance is toward the backend of the mall area. There's parking there or you can do street parking.

A gorgeous and very well kept trail park. The floor is entirely covered with wood chips and the…read moreentire trail goes through residential driveways and passes a small gated park. There are also car chargers nearby too for those who need them. A great park to visit I really like how it hasn't been "burned out" yet and everyone that was there was just doing their day to day walk or jog. I took a lot of pics which was kinda annoying but it was honestly such a beautiful and peaceful park I couldn't help myself.

Small, simple, and genuinely cozy -- the kind of neighborhood park that feels like it belongs to…read morethe people who live around it. It's not a destination park, but that's exactly why it works so well. It's clean, quiet, and perfect for a short break: sitting on a bench, reading, stretching, or letting kids run around the playground. You'll see locals walking their dogs, parents chatting, and people just enjoying a calm moment away from the busier beach areas. What stands out is how peaceful it feels despite being so close to everything. No crowds, no noise -- just a relaxed, friendly vibe. If you live nearby or want a low-key spot to slow down for a bit in Hermosa, Valley Park is a really nice little gem.

These restrooms look like no one has maintained them in years , literal filth covering the walls…read morefloors sink etc. who's responsible for the lack of oversight ? Does the city not care ? I've seen cleaner restrooms in third world countries . Unacceptable where is my tax dollars going ?

This is a great little family friendly park and my family and I will travel here (and also stop at…read morethe local coffee spot - Lavender & Honey https://www.yelp.com/biz/lavender-and-honey-redondo-redondo-beach). There is a "big" kid park, and also a fenced in toddler park. There are lots of shady trees, and some benches - however some of the benches are in the sun, I would highly recommend bringing a fold up chair. The park has a lot of green grassy fields and boasts the cleanest park/ "public" restrooms that I have ever seen. I love this park, and hope to spend many more sunny summer days there.

We came by to watch a Little League game a couple of weekends ago…read more This is a well maintained park with a nice playground area. The bleachers near the baseball field were typical of the other Redondo Beach parks...comfortable enough to sit on for a couple of hours. But no shade, so wear a hat and sunglasses. There was an enclosed senior center also. Didn't get to see inside, but it's a nice benefit for the residents.

This was my second time here. The first time I came here it was much more crowded. This time around…read moreit appears they set up a registration booth where you can reserve a time with the attendee. There is a child's park right in front which is convenient for people with kids. I've had fun here both of the times I had came here and could only go up and down a couple times. It's a popular workout spot with restrooms and stairs on the side of the sand dune make everything so convenient. Even when it's crowded I was still able to get parking and on the other side of the park I noticed there is ample parking for handicap spots.

Hiking today and this is the best place to do it because there's trails of all sorts and it leads…read moreto the nice beach! I see these little kids doing the sand dunes and no parents lol that thang is a challenge lol

EXCELLENT little park!…read more we had Sofia's birthday picnic here. had to put down a $200 check deposit to secure 2 tables and a bbq pit. front and center location was where they put us. good shaded area for this warm and sunny day. the tables were slightly on the smaller side, well, for a family of filipinos and mexicans at least. the bbq was the traditional park type. off the ground and large metal grates. the area we reserved and the area around was immaculately clean. grass was trimmed nicely as well. the slopes that are typical with my little town were negligible where our spot was. further out on the fringes, you can notice them. the park has it's own private parking lot which makes it very convenient. there is a "kiddie" pool on site that was very popular on this sunny warm day. the deep end was 3ft and the low end was 2.5ft. awesome for the little ones. well, not mine since we werent' dressed for it. overall, we're looking forward to coming back to hang out here and have another picnic. maybe not as grand of a scale as a birthday party, but, a little bbq and some sun. also, we'd love to come back and have the kids check out the pool. we should get some use out of our $10 recreation card!

I almost missed this tucked away park riding my bicycle down Grand to Sepulveda. The grass was…read morefreshly cut, well maintained and I was the only person at the park. It does have a nice kiddie pool, playground and shaded tables with adjacent street parking. Above average cute little park. I subtract a star for the men's toilet being locked midday and the lack of character/ambience. Recommended especially for parents with kids.