Date: February 1, 2025…read more I think this is my first review of 2025! Woowoo! That's what motherhood does to ya. I had this park bookmarked for a while now and decided to check it out today. We were actually around the area for lunch but didn't plan to go to a park and ended up driving back this way for it. Read the reviews and was excited to check it out and I'm so glad we did! As a recent mom of three, I felt so comfortable and safe solo watching my kids here. It's a nice playground in the middle of a fenced off grassy area with a restroom right by it. I loved that the restroom was right next to the playground to make a quick trip and not worry too much about my kiddos playing. They have a bunch of trees and also shaded top above so it was nice even though it was hitting 80F still! Surprisingly all the parents around were super attentive to their kids and made sure nobody was hurting another. I heard so many kids apologize for accidentally bumping into other kids and it just felt so nice to be in a kid area with kids who were well behaved, especially bc of my toddlers. Restrooms weren't too bad for a park. Not the cleanest but definitely not the worst I've been to. Overall I'm so happy we found this park and we will definitely be back more often!

Happy new year! This tiny park has truly evolved over the years. I grew up here in the…read moreneighborhood since 1997 , this little park didn't used to have a fancy playground in the middle. It was known as the RV and homeless park because it was super sketchy with RVs everywhere and questionable activity & odd characters....fast-forward a few years later & the city pushed for this to be a family friendly, child safe space. Well, the constant activity of children and families has scared away the illegal activity and all the RVs and sketchy folks. So the cities plan worked, now families have a place to bring their kids at, plus there is no sand and it's fenced in so it's very safe. There are also nods to Jesse Owen's the Olympic medalist athlete. There is a small bathroom in the middle dogs are welcome and it's at the end of a cul-de-sac and a very low-key suburban neighborhood. It is also next to a Wendy's fast food restaurant and a gas station and across the street. Is the Korean supermarket!

Door gate doesn't need code, just push. (:…read more I wrote this review so someone else doesn't have to get out of their car to check haha. Great park. Cute. It's mainly for littles.

This park is super cute. The play ground is all red, and shaped like a fire truck…read more It is rather small and although the sign says it is for ages 2 - 12, I think it's more suited for ages 2 - 7, since the equipment is rather low to the ground. There are 2 picnic tables and 2 swings. The grass is on a mound riddled with gophers, so it's not a good spot for a picnic blanket setup. There is no parking lot. All street parking.

Park: Pretty big. Gated playground. A few benches surrounding the playground. It's pretty clean…read more There's an old school water fountain in front of the playground and a newer one with a water bottle filler at the corner of Wilbur and Vanowen (still located at the park). Huge area for playing soccer. No basketball court. I've yet to see any homeless people or drug addicts hanging around here like I've seen at other parks in the area. Parking: there's parking around the park on the street. No parking lot. Restrooms: There are no restrooms at the park so if you need to use it, you have to walk to the police station or the library which are always clean. Nearby: There is a library and police station next door. If you get hungry there's a few places to eat about 2 blocks away.

I grew up and would always walk to this park as a kid. I decided to take my little one today out of…read morespontaneity to see how it looked now. And I was very surprised it's super clean and loved the new and restored park. It's next to the police station and library. So restrooms are located there.. it's surrounded by trees so lots of shade and a nice place to walk your dogs and have a picnic. Lots of Parking is on the street and sides around town homes.

Cute place, love that the adults can play too. One star off for being so pricey! $50 for 2 toddlers…read morefor a couple hours?

This is a great indoor playground :-)…read more $27 entry fee per child (2 adults free). I love the fact that they provide socks for free (for kids and adults) if need be. For an indoor playground it is the cleanest around! We very much appreciate that! The girls at the front are nice. The playground has a really good amount of fun areas. Our (almost) 5 year old loves it! We do too! Bathrooms are clean. No touch soap, paper towels, and trash is also very nice! There are tables to sit and eat/drink if you want.

If you know me, you know I'm always on the look out for a good park that I can bring my dog to to…read morepractice her training and to play ball with her. This park looks nice and clean, well taken care of, and well shaded. I came by around 1130 and I saw a very nice large green area open, I wish I had my dog with me because this is perfect. I usually put her on the 30 or 45 feet lead and let her explore and throw the ball. Also I love that this park is closer to me than lake balboa so I can alternate environments for her. The park is surrounded by houses in a neighborhood and I found parking easily on the street. The kids playground is nice too, very clean and well kept as well!

This location was a nice place. There were multiple groups of people setting up for birthday…read moreparties and there was still plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the park. It's pretty much a long stretch of land going around the coledesack near the back of Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy . There were so many beautiful trees at this park, perfect for shade and enjoying the breeze. It also had a couple of basketball courts. The playground was gated which I thought was good for if littler kids are playing. It was a nice and peaceful place. There's street parking right along the front of the park from end to end so plenty of places to park easily. This was a nice park, I'd go here again

Not what the pictures show. When I went the grass was over grown there was tagging and the shade…read morewas no good. I didn't even get out of my car I just went to another park

We love this new look! This park definitely needed a revamp and it got it…read more It's too bad they didn't include restrooms but other than that it's great! We love going here (daily if it were up to the kids) I appreciate the exercise equipment they included parents get to work out while the kiddos play. I do think it needs to be maintained better less then a month since it was opened there was already graffiti on the playground.. and we wonder why we don't have nice things...

A playground that has actual shade for parents and kids alike - woohoo! It astounds me how nearly…read more100% of playgrounds seem NOT to have been designed by actual parents, with equipment in the beating sun with no shade, full of holes for kids to fall off/out of lol. This playground has shades up and a good amount of trees, so there's actual shade in the play area and spots where parents can sit. It's tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of parking, too. My 3 y/o is a bit overly cautious at the playground, but he was able to play on both structures without issue. I didn't see bathrooms nearby? They could have been attached to, or inside, the community center that's right next to the playground, but not sure because we could never find them.

This is a nice park, tucked away in the neighborhood. The playground has trees around that provide…read morenice shade. But also because there is shade, be sure to bring a jacket so you can be comfortable while watching your kid(s). There is a large soccer field and a rec center. Small parking lot in the front but plenty of neighborhood parking.

This place is a hidden gem in the heart of the valley. I…read morebooked the venue for my daughter's sixth birthday party and everything was perfect, from the moment I confirmed the reservation to the day of the event. The owner, Nancy was a very accommodating, and made sure everything was flawless, attention to details made our party even more memorable. She made sure to accommodate all of our needs and special request requests. All of our guests were impressed how clean is the place and well taken care of. There is a lot of room for kids and adults, kids had fun in the playground while adults could relax in the setting/dining area. If you're looking into this place, don't hesitate, you will not be disappointed. I would recommend this place to all of my family and friends. Thank you, Nancy and Bounceland studio for helping us create unforgettable memories.

I give a 5 stars to this place im so glad I found it online I celebrated my daughter's bday party…read morelast weekend and her and her friends had so much fun. not to mention I was looking all over for an indoor playground and honestly all of them In the valley had very pricey packages. and Bouceland Studio had the best and cheapest in the valley I highly recommend them they Also did a few activities with the kids. and also gave me 3 hours of party and not to mention it was a private space just for me and my guests. thank you Bounceland Studio for a very fun day .

When you arrive parking is plentiful along the borders of the park or in the parking spaces. I love…read morecoming to this park for dog training and for spending time with my dog allowing her to sniff and run on an extended leash (either 30 to 45 feet leash). The great thing about this park is that there is a sidewalk to walk on to walk the perimeter of the lake, or there are many areas of large green fields that surround the park. I have seen other dogs off leash, and normally this gives me great hesitation, but in a large park like this, you can be far enough distance away from everyone else and their dogs to avoid them. Now that it's spring, everything is blossoming and blooming, but be careful, when I was here the grass had not yet been mown, and there are so many foxtails growing right now. So many got caught in my shoes and thankfully I checked my dog's body completely and her feet and none had stuck to her. When things are mown it's great but also beware of the ants. When I was on the side of the park that has the football field sized grass area, I was watching my dog sniff and play and suddenly I felt something biting me. I looked down and dozens of red ants were climbing me from the dirt. I must have mistakenly stood on an ant mound. Thirdly, just also keep aware of coyotes, I have seen a coyote several times at Lake Balboa and they do not seem fearful whatsoever and they are just walking around casually in the middle of the day. This park is a true gem because of how beautiful and serene it makes life feel. There are people fishing in the lake, walkers, runners, people relaxing on benches reading, friends playing cards, birthday parties or other events, people bicycling or skateboarding. I love this park.

It's one of those places that feels like a mini escape without having to leave LA. The lake is…read morebeautiful, especially in the mornings and around sunset, and the walking path around it is perfect for a chill stroll, jog, or bike ride. There's always a good mix of people here families, couples, dog walkers, and folks just trying to get some fresh air. The park is spacious, well-maintained, and surprisingly peaceful considering how central it is. Plenty of picnic tables, grassy areas to relax, and spots to just sit and people-watch. The ducks and birds add to the whole vibe. Parking is usually easy, which is a huge plus, and the restrooms are decent for a public park. On weekends it can get busy, but it never feels overwhelming because there's so much space. Whether you're looking for a quick walk, a picnic date, or a calm place to clear your head, Lake Balboa is a solid go-to. Definitely one of my favorite outdoor spots in the Valley.

My toddler is obsessed with Tumble Tykes. We are currently doing the parent and me classes twice a…read moreweek and plan on leveling him up when he's old enough to do the teacher-only classes (though they have a little viewing area with chairs on the side so you can keep an eye on younger kids). The coaches are fantastic, the variety in activities available is great, and the music is great! Always look forward to going with my kiddo

My kids (6 years olds) can't wait for their next class! My son was upset at the end of the class,…read morebecause it was over! He is counting days and talks about it all the time. First impression, its so colorful and fun looking for kids, it really attracts them. And we went for a few classes already, and each time they use new equipment, and do new cool things. I didn't see the zip line at first! After one class my daughter could do a front flip, and she always shows her cartwheel, but could never do it good, here they practice on the trampoline and she is really enjoying it. People there are so kind and so great! Management, coaches are helpful and very supportive. I think kids feel very comfortable there! Happy to find this place!