This park is a hidden gem in a residential part of the Sun Valley neighborhood. There is street…read moreparking. There is a large open field space where people let their dogs run around. Next to that there is a fenced in play area. The play area has two playgrounds for younger children. The ground is covered in sand. There is a super small play structure and one that is a little trickier that has monkey bars and a chain bridge. There are also two swings (no bucket swings)--one is very low to the ground, and one is slightly higher. There are some picnic benches around the outside of the play area, and there are two public restrooms available. Overall, this is a pretty nice park!

Great park! My client reserved the covered picnic table area for their company picnic and it was…read moreperfect. We provided tablescapes and games and the whole area as very clean, super cute and the park overall is well maintained. It has an ADA ramp and very clean bathrooms as well. Great spot to let your dog run and play fetch. More photos and videos on our IG page Picnic.Potential

Going out of San Rafael along the water, you will pass the Peacock Gap subdivision and the golf…read morecourse of that name. A few feet further along you enter the park...a quiet, peaceful place to run around, take a romantic walk, have a picnic or take a nap. Take the children. There is a pool, there is a fishing pier, glades of trees, picnic spots and fire pits. Tall eucalyptus trees give shade. On weekends there is an entry charge. Take the family.

My go to track with friends or solo. A bit pricy on weekends but often a hot deal on GN app and you…read morecan get in a reasonable round. The price may discourage some folks which is fine. It only backs up on a few holes then opens up again. I've not tried to eat in the grill after but the smell certainly tells you something good is cooking. Pro shop is small but efficient. And what's not to like about hitting practice balls on the range on turf. Not matts. With all the rain it's starting to dry out and shape up like a great summer of golf.

One of my favorite parks as a kid, and now one of my favorite parks to bring my own kids to…read more Péri Park in Fairfax has a calm, tucked-away neighborhood feel with giant redwood trees, lots of shade, and a softer energy than bigger playgrounds in Marin. Quick guide below. One thing I really love is that it has separate little kid and big kid play areas. Sometimes parks with toddler sections accidentally make the older-kid area feel boring... but not here. The bigger playground is still genuinely fun and adventurous for older kids too. The toddler playground is designed for ages 1-5, while the larger play structure is designed for kids ages 5-12, which makes this a really good option for siblings with different age ranges. There's also a shallow creek behind the park that families bring their kids to explore. It's only a couple inches deep in some areas, so children can safely splash around and play in the water while parents supervise nearby. That little creek honestly feels like part of the magic of this place. The park also has swings, climbing structures, slides, picnic tables, and enough space for kids to explore without the entire area feeling chaotic or overstimulating. ------ QUICK GUIDE Good for: * Toddlers (ages 1-5) * Bigger kids (ages 5-12) * Siblings with different ages * Slower nature-style park days * Families looking for shade What matters: * Playground: yes -- separate little kid + big kid areas * Shade: YES. Giant redwoods throughout the park * Seating: benches + picnic tables * Bathrooms: available onsite * Creek access: yes -- shallow creek nearby for supervised water play * Parking: neighborhood street parking * Terrain: wood chips/dirt-style playground surface * Dog-friendly: not inside playground area ------ Pro tip: Bring extra clothes if your kids want to play in the creek afterward.

I stumbled across this quaint little park on a trip to Fairfax. I'm glad I did, because it made…read morefor a welcome break after a long drive. There's a well maintained baseball field and batting cage on one side of the creek. On the other, there are tennis courts, a playground, and a nice shady area to unwind. There was a cool breeze blowing, and birds chirping in the trees. I think it's one of the most peaceful, relaxing parks I've visited in a while. I hope you like it too!

We drove here excited to visit, but it turned into a frustrating experience. First, the park was…read moredifficult to find. Then, once we arrived, we couldn't even get through the gate because it requires an access code. We tried to sign up to join the co-op, but they aren't accepting new members. While the sign says "Welcome," it didn't feel like a welcoming environment at all. It would be helpful if the access requirements and membership restrictions were made much clearer before people make the trip.

We loved Pixie Park! We had a close call at Hal Brown Park when our oldest disappeared from view…read moreand we didn't know which way to go to search for him -- toward the marsh or toward Bon Air Road. We were delighted to find Pixie Park, so safe because of its gate. We had many years of fun there. We held several birthday parties there and the Halloween Parade and the Spring Fair were highlights each year.

This is a great neighborhood park with nice walkways, gorgeous views of the creek, marsh and Mt…read moreTam, and plenty of open grassy areas. Parking is along Bon Air Rd. It's a favorite in the rotation of places that our sweet pup likes to go for walks. Look up towards Tam at sunset, you'll get some gorgeous pics!

My family has been coming here for a decade. It is super conveniently accessible walking from…read moreBacich or parking on the street across from the hospital. The flat and wide meandering paths are great for walking babies and dogs, and the multiple play structures make it fun for all ages. And it has swings and picnic tables and grass and shade. It's a great spot!

It was a dark and rainy night when the $1.5-million contractor pulled out his equipment and took…read moredown his fence. People can go in. I saw some of them today - median age is about six. Playground has been moved to the edge of the bird sanctuary -- apparently in the belief bringing closer the hollering and jumping six-year-olds will attract the birds to return. The playground was moved to a formerly grassy overlook of the bird sanctuary, and the grass was bulldozed under concrete walks and large spongy carpets (permanent) of blue-green, close shaven astro-turf (honest, come look for yourself). There were no birds today, but perhaps they haven't read the new sign or learned to appreciate six-year-olds on astro-turf. When you come to check-out our renewed and improved bird sanctuary, please bring a bird with you.

This 26 acre part is awesome (despite what people say about the renovations). This large park has a…read moreplethora of amenities and is perfect for adults and kids of all ages. There are actually numerous play areas that are age appropriate for different age groups. The "preschool area" (for ages two through five) includes a sand and water play feature, spinning bowls, kid-sized sitting ducks as well as Clapper Rail and Salt Marsh Harvest Mouse nests that echo the importance of the neighboring marshland and its wild residents, swings, a tricycle track, and shade structures. The elementary area (for ages five through twelve) includes a sand and water play feature that's representative of a creek, a 17-foot climbing net, an 8-foot climbing wall, and a turbo slide with a mini-overlook. There is a large a remodeled bathroom, several new benches and picnic tables scattered throughout, a redesigned amphitheater, a new overlook that offers stunning views of Corte Madera Creek and Creekside Marsh as well as an outstanding view of Mt. Tamalpais. In addition to these facilities, the heart of the park is the playground. Honoring the local community's wishes for a modern, interactive, and engaging place to play, parents and children will discover a park with something for all ages and a place that pays tribute to the surrounding environment, both natural and built. The picnic tables, benches, playground areas, pathway, restroom, and overlook are accessible. Dogs are allowed on leash and must not enter wetland areas because of sensitive habitat and wildlife species.

It's a city park much in need of renovation. The view from the top of the open space above it is…read morewell worth the climb, however.

This location has no park. They have a port a potty where the park once was. The port a potty is…read morecompletely filthy. This is no place for small children. I did see deer here. Be aware of tick borne disease. One star is for the trees and some walking and tables. Be prepared to share the park with transients who are sleeping or hanging out in the park.

I love this little park!! When my son was little it was a regular stop on our route, it's well…read moremaintained, and the fences to separate the kids from dogs is great.. and the little park is great for tiny ones. Now my son is 15, but we still go together with our 2 dogs. I appreciate the doggie bags, but have always wished there was a bathroom there, it seems to be the only thing that caps our time. We have even hosted many BBQs and Bday parties at Kay Park. It's completely fenced in so even the fastest runners can go off leash here!!

Ssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhhh..... This is a super secret park in Mill Valley. Very small, like a little…read moretiny pocket park. Even with the exact address, it can be hard to find Kay Park. If you drive there and park on the road, just look for what looks like a small pathway or paved little alley between two houses --- that's the entrance. No bathrooms... not even sure if there's a water fountain... (can't recall and don't live there any more)... but just the sweetest little spot to take small children! There are two separate fenced play spaces and one large grassy lawn. One play area is for toddlers, the other for older children. You are unlikely to encounter playmates at this park, so bring a friend! What you will find is shade on a summer's day and a spot where (if you have a dog as well as children) you can bring the whole family.