This "Hazel Downer-Thorton Memorial Grove/Park" on Adobe Road (across from Pinole Dog Park) could…read morebe a very nice place if not a "Crown Jewel Picnic/Park Spot" in Pinoles/West Contra Costa County, BUT instead BOTH the City of Pinole's Politicians, Public Works, Parks & Rec Depts Managers & Staff should ALL be both ashamed/embarrassed, reprimanded if not put on-notice for having shunned their basic responsibilities in maintaining if not improving this Rundown/Pigs-Stye/Black-Eye of a Pinole City-Run Public Park Property!!! The following On-Going DANGEROUS, Unhealthy & Unsafe Conditions at this Park-Grove that have existed/going-on for several years to only worsen now in the last few years that currently affect the City of Pinole and its surrounding Public-Communities are: 1. Numerous Medium to Large piles of Old Broken Trees, Limbs/ Branches, Leaves n Wood-Chips throughout the Grove Picnic, Park & Trail Areas! 2. Several Large/Big-Tall Old Decayed-Rotten n/or Diseased Large-California Bay-Laurel Trees & Branches that are dangerously Splitting, Cracking n/or Listing over some of the Park/Groves Picnic-Tables, Bench & Trail Areas! 3. Grove-Park area n Adobe Road parking area is often a hang-out/haven for loitering pot-smokers, boozers n/or duggee-pushes as you can find used needles/syringes n beer-wine bottles debris scattered in the area! 4. Past n currently there are 1-2 Homeless Peeps-Encampments off the top-trail/hillside in/along brush-tree area running thru this Parks/Grove! We the general-public n tax-paying citizens, families & children in n around the City of Pinole deserve better and should not have to be subjected and exposed to this kind of a very stressfully-dangerous, unhealthy and unsafe Public-City Park Facility, not to mention this type of actvity/behavior not only lowers our property-values and quality of life, but also greatly-increases the probability of liability-law suits the City and its tax-paying citizens could be subject to, as a result of a bad-incident or accident, god-forbid! To All Concerned: We can ALL be good-stewards of our community & environment by calling n/or writing the City of Pinole Mayor Norma Martinez-Rubin, City Council Members Anthony Tave, Vincent Salimi, Devin Murphy, City Public Works Director Tamara Miller & City Manager Andrew Murray! Thx Mucho!!!

Such a beautiful park that is hidden in Pinole…read more I think it is great to have so many aspects in location, that is here at this park. There are picnic tables, trails, and a great dog park.

Soccer by the Bay! 2…read morefull turf fields, and 2 regular grass fields. Needless to say, this soccer spot gets plenty of usage by tons. It gets fairly cold here, so be prepared! Also, make sure you zip up your soccer bags, hide your phone/wallet/keys somewhere safe! It has been known that little thieves walk by the sidelines and swipe your stuff! Although there are plenty of people milling about, they tend to be brave and take your valuables. There always seems to be plenty of parking for us ballers, so it's never really the problem. You'll probably get into a car wreck at the Gillman exit, before you can't find a parking spot for your car. Try to use the facilities at home. Unless you are a weirdo who enjoys port-a-potty's, then you'll be in heaven here! There is a bleacher style bench at the first field, but after that there isn't much else for spectators. BYO-chair! Albeit downright freezing at times, a great place to joga bonita!

Sports by the bay. If I played sports (I just watch now), this field would be my preference…read more Turf, Grass, Softball Fields along the water, beautiful sunsets included. Make sure you have a permit, because the field use is highly coveted! Bring your equipment, but leave the food outside the gates because they only allow water in, though they do have a drinking fountain. If you drink too much water, be prepared to use the port o potties. I don't have anything to say because I avoid them. The fields are conveniently located off the freeway, but the freeway can be plagued with heavy traffic at abnormal times of day. Parking is a challenge during game days (usually Weekendss during the sports season because a second lt is not available for use near the front lot at the Turf fields. There is another small lot at the grass fields so you don't have to trek across the fields to get to yours. Be sure not to leave valuables in you car! There is a taco truck just outside the parking lt that attracts hungry players during their breaks. But that is it for convenient food at the location.

I've been looking around parks to hangout while having my coffee. This one actually pops up and…read moreit's of the best parks in Brentwood. This park is special because it recognizes the US veterans. From most poles you walk into, you'll see banners of some veterans. It's really nice because it shows that did so much to serve us. It's not really a big park compared to the ones I usually go to, but it's still a good place to host outdoor parties. It even has a water park. So it's basically like my home park I usually go to except smaller especially how the parking is set up next to the water park. Honestly, it would have been a bonus if the park is bigger, but this is good enough. I really wanted to walk around the park but it's too hot. I just go in the shade because I can't really take the heat. I highly recommend bringing water if you plan to go around the park.

It's a great park that has a bit of everything for all age groups. What I enjoy is that this is…read morewhere they have the food truck events during the summer!

Nice, safe, quiet park with play structure, large, well-maintained grassy field and…read morebaseball/softball area.

What's with the padlocked restrooms at 1:30pm on a Wednesday with families and kids playing in the…read moreplayground? How is anyone able to use the restrooms when you need to do your necessaries? Taxes are paid by citizens to keep these beautiful parks running smoothly. This includes keeping restrooms open during park hours.

Anuta park is named for Gustave Paul Anuta (1903-1987). Born in Pound, WI he moved to California…read moreand took a job with U.S. Steel. He retired in 1966 after 37 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, farming, automobiles and community service. He and his wife Hazel had three children, Betty, Barbara and Russell. Russell was lost over Sorong, New Guinea (M.I.A.) Russells' name is included in the American Military Cemetary in the Phillipines. Anuta created what was then known as the Ambrose Memorial Park to honor the service men of World War II. Gus Anuta was my uncle. Information is from my dad's family history. Submitted by Janet Anuta Dalquist 12/10/22

Nice big park newer play structure , a couple swings, a covered area with 4 tables and benches,…read morethis area can also be rented and you get the use of an electrical outlet, other seating area around the park with a bbq grills, and a big grass area to fly a kite, football,soccer, etc, and a theres a slope on the grass area where kids love to roll down it!

lawns are very well maintained . It's just the people whom trash it makes me sick! There is a Cute…read morepond here, honestly, The children's park is super fair. It's located at the far end of park. The park could use an upgrade :( my kids didn't play here. My two year old stepped in a huge mud sink hole in a section of the park and ruined her shoes. Parking is okay. Me and my family had a picnic here on Easter and had to park on the street due to it being over crowded. Not to mention restroom were closed which was terrible for children. Overall it's a decent park for a picnic.

This rating is for the park structure area which is not close to the parking at all and no sidewalk…read moreconnected to it. You must park on the street if you want direct access to the park. DONT BRING YOUR KIDS HERE. It's dirty, full of trash, full of dead leaves. No proper sidewalk, everything is cracked. I am new to Pittsburg and yet to find a decent park for my toddlers.

Beautiful , clean park ! Great for parties, picnics or just taking a relaxing walk. My kids love…read morethis park and it's in a nice quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend

Older play structure, no shade, faded and just basic steps and slides. A few benches and picnic…read moretables but its a better park for walking around on the path.

At first glance, this is a lovely old pocket park built along a terraced hillside with old shady…read moreoaks, a creek, and mossy cut rocks. There is a fireplace and picnic tables. The temperature was significantly cooler in the shade, and it was very peaceful. However. This park was in need of a power washer. There is a cement slide, but the steps were caked with bird poop. Yuck. There are swings with rusty chains that are quick to pinch. There are not much clean options to sit. The bathrooms are locked and the drinking fountain tasted bad. I would not take my kids if I were concerned about germs. My kids are big enough to not put their fingers in their mouths, so we did stay a bit, but they were pretty grossed out by the slide.

My review is based on a recent evening gathering but I'm shocked that I somehow missed this…read moreadorable little park when the kiddos were little. It's a multi-tiered park with a basketball court at the bottom, restrooms and tables/grill in the middle and playground with more tables/grill at the top. Stairs are used to access each level. As with all El Cerrito parks, you can purchase a key to access all the restrooms. Limited driveway (maybe 6 cars) and street parking. If you're a caregiver of small children, note that the play equipment is dated but fun. Cool (old) slide, swings that are too high for a normal person to access. (Example: baby swings are RIDICULOUSLY tall. I don't see how anyone under 5'6" could possibly lift their baby in/out. And regular swings are perfect height for an adult). Otherwise, it's a sweet spot for a hangout. Enjoyed the vibes of a cookout last night on the first day of autumn.