Twin Pines Park is a small local neighborhood park in Belmont that is getting a very big upgrade as…read moreof this review (2025/2026). There is so much work being done, the parks is unrecognizable since my first visit in a good way. They added benches and changed the landscape. There is a creek that flows through the middle, it's go running water since CA is officially no longer in a drought as of this review. Reservations a re available. Hours are form sunrise to sunset. "A lovely, intimate park located in a ravine alongside Ralston Ave north of El Camino in hilly Belmont. The park follows a babbling brook and includes lots of picnic areas and shady places to rest. Located just down Ralston before El Camino Real, Twin Pines is a 19-acre park owned by the city of Belmont, which houses the Belmont Historical Society Museum, Belmont Parks and Recreation, and the Senior and Community Center. The park is frequented by visitors picnicking and people attending various events throughout the year, including free afternoon concerts each Sunday in the summer - Hungarian Heritage Foundation The beautiful Twin Pines Park is home to Belmont City Hall and the Parks & Recreation Department. It is truly a treasure hidden in the middle of the city, where you will find a combination of rental facilities, parks, picnic areas, and short trails. Come explore the creek or simply enjoy a nice day outside with the fresh scents of nature! There is plenty of parking available. Open sunrise to sunset. See the expanded map here or here. Reservations: You can reserve picnic areas such as Buckeye, Redwood, or Meadow. Facility rentals accommodate 25-250 people and include the Cottage, Lodge, Manor, and Senior & Community Center. For the future of the park, check out the Twin Pines Park Master Plan and the Twin Pines Park Tree Succession Plan, a recommendation of the Master Plan. Organized activities (parties, professional photo shoots, meetings, retreats, etc) must make a reservation with the Belmont Parks & Recreation Department. Individual, drop-in use is available when there are no scheduled reservations." - https://www.belmont.gov/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/208/509 Park description and information from the official website.

Cute park! Great for kids (playground), picnicking (lots of benches available, tree stumps), and…read moreshort walks. Parking lot is easily accessible. It was fun to see students playing here after school. Not a place I would take dogs or if you're looking to walk several miles. But if you're wanting a brief getaway from the everyday scenery, it's a refreshing nook right next to the bustle of Ralston Ave!

Crestview Park is a cute but small park with a playground, soccer field and rubber running track. I…read morereally enjoyed visiting this park. I hiked through Eaton Park to Big Canyon Park to Crestview Park. It's a really pretty park and super family friendly. I'd recommend visiting this park if you live in Redwood City. There is parking at the entrance and has beautiful views at the north end of the park with shade from eucalyptus trees.

Nice little park in the middle of 3-4M dollar homes…read more Pros: Semi-fenced, very clean playground with little kid and big kid structures, and a sand pit. Kids and their parents have been really respectful of masking up and being cautious. Nice, neat soccer field with a rubber track - great for doing your laps while being able to see your kids. Umbrella shaded picnic tables - good for lunchin' before or after playtime. Garbage cans at the ready. Exceedingly safe, apparently -- I left my diaper bag here once with my phone in it O_O and found it untouched in the same place that night! Dogs allowed, but not a lot of walking space for them. Everyone seems to respectfully pick up after their dog, which is great. Cons: WINDY!!! If it's windy in flatlands, it is VERY WINDY here! I thought I was dealing with a breezy day close to downtown, but you come up here and I half expected farm animals and fence posts to be flying around! Small parking lot that is often packed on the weekends. Expect to park roadside on steep hills at popular times. Playground is pretty small compared to some of the bigger ones like Burton in SC or Red Morton's Magical Bridge.

Located in a residential neighborhood near the Roblox headquarters just down the street. The park…read moreis pretty small. It does have modern playground. It also has one basketball court half size. There's also one bathroom stall. It's clean! Plenty of street parking nearby.

This is not a huge playground, but still ample space for kids to run around and burn off some…read moreenergy. There is plenty of street parking available. The park has onsite bathrooms, although the bathrooms are not in the best condition. There is a big grassy area right next to it, I saw people hosting birthday parties there and having Paddock Park available right next to the event is a convenient option for the kids to go to.

"Holy smoke! This park has a stunning view!" - TheBoss…read more Leo J. Ryan Park is a scenic 20-acre waterfront public park in Foster City featuring paved trails, a tranquil lagoon, and community recreational facilities. The VIBE and SCENERY is a 10/10. It has paved wide paths and boardwalks offer wide views of the calm lagoon and passing water fowl. The CLEANLINESS is a 10/10. The bermuda grass is well maintained and trimmed to perfection. Flowers are great. The park features an outdoor amphitheater, a scenic lakefront gazebo, and a Recreation Center. Overall, this is a lovely park to go on a stroll or for a run. I highly recommend it.

This park is one of my favorite places to take a doggie buddy during Doggie Day Out! The park is…read morelovely with plenty of parking in the lot and street as well. My favorite part is the heart statue, which is a must photo-op each time I'm here. I also enjoy sitting in the gazebo and just zone out looking out in the water. Lol The bathroom is pretty clean so that's a bonus.

This quaint park is surrounded by lots of trees and has a shallow creek running through it…read more Other features: * 2 play structures with slides and lots of places to climb * Well-maintained, clean bathrooms * Picnic tables * Shade! What it lacks: - Sand - Swings - Lots of parking (it's in a hilly residential neighborhood and doesn't appear to need much) We fled to shady Indian Springs when it was too hot at Beresford Park yesterday and it was a much better place to play. It would be even more ideal if they had a faucet / fountain (water feature) in a sandbox like some parks. It was much cooler and the play structures don't get super hot, so I'm not complaining. This is a nice little park.

super cute park loaded with eucalyptus trees…read more ahhhhh totally worth going to! a creek runs through it tons of park benches and the loads of trees!

Marlin Park in Foster City. The dead end street has very limited street parking. Public bathroom…read more Lavender and more floral landscape.

Marlin Park is one of a few parks in Foster City that has water views…read more just street parking. amendities: slides, swing, seatings, large grass area, fenced off view of a lagoon, small beach area. well maintained, clean park. sunset sets on the water in the evening.

Absolutely clean and well thought out ! I was there for a NAMI walks event and it was perfect …read more The park staff was amazing and parking was convenient even with the construction of a play area . The covered picnic areas were perfect, bathrooms clean , and they had what looks like fish cleaning stations or at least a sink next to the barbecue area on one of the picnic areas . I was stunned by the beauty of the bay at 9am! Still water and gorgeous views . Water clean enough for swimmers and a place to launchboaffle boards , kayaks and windsurfing . There was a Mari a o. The other side and a golf course , but I will have to return to check those out !

Visiting the area and decided to take a walk here to explore the beach, park, and see the planes…read moreflying over the ocean into SFO. While walking in we encountered the ranger booth. There were two rangers standing there having a seemingly pleasant conversation which smiles and laughter. I walked up because I noticed a price per car for $6 but didn't notice a price per person for pedestrians and wanted to clarify and pay the appropriate fees if needed. I was impressed that I didn't need to stop their conversation, they stopped on their own, greeted us with big smiles, asked how they could help us. Brandon and Lee let us know that as pedestrians we didn't need to pay or occupy the time limits. I let them know my buddy would be picking up the girls when he got off work and leaving immediately. They stated no charge, I gave them the vehicle type, they weren't worried. I gave my buddy their names and let him know. Upon his entry he had no issue entering without paying since he was just looping through. Using the restrooms, they were clean, stocked, had soap and were useable. The bbq pits were cleaned from dirt and debris and ready to use. We went to sit on a picnic table and were stopped by a gentleman who stated he had just finished painting those specific tables and was currently adding a "wet paint" label to the tables We obviously were grateful for that. He ushered us to tables that were clear to be sat at and enjoyed. Parking areas were cleaned and so was the beach. On thing I did notice was a pathway of material in several different areas. I hate walking through deep sand and getting sand into my shoes and being stuck with it all day. My second thought was that that wasn't the intended use, that possibly the intended use for for individuals using wheelchairs, walkers, other assisted devices or for those with mobility issues to have a smoother surface. This made me happy that the facilities were seemingly inclusive as much as possible! I mean it is nature.

We were visiting San Mateo, and looking for a hike to burn off a fantastic lunch. The first 0.2…read moremiles or so of the hike right off of the Laurelwood Park playground was really easy. Once you get to the hill to climb up to the top, the elevation picks up very quickly. If you plan on going to the top (and coming back down) to enjoy the panoramic views from the city to the ocean, I highly recommend proper hiking shoes and walking sticks. Along some of the paths, make sure to watch out for poison oak on both sides so take it slow. All in all, well worth the exercise and very fun experience! Lots of parking on the street outside too!

This hike is not for weak!…read more Steeeeeeeeeeep hills. You have been warned! Definitely bring hiking shoes with grips and poles if you have them!