Google maps took me to the north end, not the entrance, which was weird! Make sure you google maps…read moreto the entrance and not just the park name. The park isn't too big, but has a good children's play area. When I came there was plenty of parking. The tot lots were pretty busy. Tons of kids. 2 baby swings. My baby loved the swing and all the kids playing. It kept him busy. The grassy area was muddy in some spots. We came for a baby's birthday and they rented out the picnic table area. Good park for your kids!

Love that they have the shade sail canopy. The park is clean and the bathrooms are nearby. There…read moreare plenty of tables and chairs to sit down and eat. Kids loved this park and were amazed by the hidden animal sculptures embedded at the slide area.

This was my first time camping alone, and this was the perfect place to do it. Super easy booking…read moreand not too deep into the wilderness. The camp spots are all quite close to each other with not much privacy, but that wasn't a problem for me. If you plan on pitching a tent, I really hope you have mats (like we did) because the ground is (as you can see) plain dry ground. The park itself seems really great for biking and just walking around. They have long and short trails with lots of nature to look at. The lakes themselves are not too big, but I did see people fishing. There are many benches throughout the trails. There were also many trees that gave me many options for putting my eno up! Amenities: - 50¢ for 4 min showers - the bathroom is only for campers and it was SO clean. The shower was really warm and i actually felt clean after using it lol

Guajome Regional Park has a lot to like. This fairly large space has multiple parks with…read moreplaygrounds, nice picnic areas, a fishing area, and a campground. That's the Western half that is more like the park. The Eastern half has walking trails that are more like a nature preserve. Some reviewers commented about how the trails are unkempt, and that's mostly true on the Eastern side and the Nature Trail. It wasn't too bothersome, as most of the trails were wide enough. The annoying part, though, is that there's a lot of dry, dead weeds/plants that carpet the trails with little splinters, which inevitably get into my shoes and jab me. Other than that, it's an easy, flat-ish 4 miles of walking. Lots of birds by the lake. Parking is paid in the lot, but there's also free parking along the street.

This park has a little bit of everything--playground, soccer field, basketball courts, baseball…read morefield, clean bathrooms, a walking/jogging path around the park, and even the San Luis Trail that leads straight to Oceanside Beach. It's tucked away in a residential area, which gives it a more private feel, even though it's actually pretty large. The parking lot is easy to access, and there are plenty of benches and tables for picnics or parties. The only thing I wish it had is a designated dog park area, since sometimes dog owners do not pick up after their pets. Other than that, I really enjoy this park and highly recommend it.

Love love love this park & playground - at the playground there are great options for a very wide…read morerange of ages/interests! From little tots to older kids there's something that will interest all kiddos. The park itself is huge and very well maintained! Great for dog walking, going for a run, or using the grass to come excise. Never had a bad experience here! * I do wish they would fix the tunnel on the 2-5 year old play structure, it's one of the coolest ones I've seen at a public playground, but it has been broken and boarded off for a long time. **Update! We went yesterday 2/22 and the tunnel was open!! Woohoo!**

Great park for soccer games and practices. The fields aren't that big so it's usually just the…read moreyounger kids that play soccer here. The field are in relatively good condition without a lot of holes or bad patches. There's plenty of parking and there's toilets. The toilets are about as clean as you can expect for a public park.

Such a great community park, especially when it's an outdoor convert venue. I had always heard of…read moreconcerts here but honestly, with two small kids in tow...how could this possible be successful? I could just see my kids getting bored...and then saying..."Are we going home? I'm bored!". Well, Rancho Del Oro solved that problem...how?! Let me tell you! They have a nice area cornered off for kids! No really, it's true! It's right by the tennis courts. So, parents, take note...get there early, and set up right before the ground slopes downward. Kids can play and be within sight at all times. A group of hula hoop dancers brought out tons of hula hoops after their performance for the kids to play with. There were gymnastic mats too. I really couldn't believe how content my kids were. Two opening acts, and the the main act came out. The Mar Dels were the big performers tonight. I've wanted to see them forever...and they didn't disappoint. Tons of cover songs from the 1950-1970's, and a nice sized danced floor right infront of the stage. People were thoroughly enjoying their Friday night....and was this girl! My kids played while my friend and I ate pizza, brownies, and drank beer. Family friendly, dog friendly, great venue...I'll be back!

Located in a residential area, but close to area of Oceanside where there are alot of homeless…read morepeople. The park smelled like feces and urine. They don't have lights in the bathrooms after dark.

Went for a run here is AM. Nice folks at the park, people playing with their dogs. A nice scene. 2…read moreball parks and plenty of seating. Nice jungle gym for the kids.

Buddy Todd Park is sooo spacious and grrreen with lots of trees providing shade. Did you know the…read morepark, established in 1929, is named after Joseph "Buddy" Todd, an Oceanside resident who died in WWII? Well, now you know :-) It offers a unique playground for the kiddos, nice walking paths for bird watchers, picnic tables for families, and beauuutiful scenic views of the ocean and city. I looove the peaceful and relaxing but fun vibe at this park. I had some wonderful opportunities to practice some mindful activities. Definitely a MUST-GO for the Yelp Community!

A great park for kiddos. On a clear day, it has an ocean view. Benches for eating are convenient…read moreand restrooms are available.

Great little playground for kids. Really appreciate that there is only one main exit to the parking…read morelot which makes it easier to keep the little safe. There is also a trail up to the dog park. Shade structures are available and plenty of green space for frisbee or soccer etc. No sand or woodchips...swings for babies and older kids. Safe and well maintained. Due to location this spot can get windy or colder than other areas, so always good to bring jackets depending on time of year and time of day.

This was a really nice playground! Well thought out, clean bathrooms with soap and quality hand…read moredryers. There is a big playground for bigger kids and a smaller playground for toddlers so it was perfect for both ages. I loved the foam instead of sand or bark. The foam makes a lot less of a mess with clothes and shoes. There are also really nice shades on the playgrounds to keep kiddos and parents cool. The whole area is well thought out. There are plenty of areas to picnic and a few bbq areas for people who want to use them. It was a random stop to come here as I was nearby, but I'll definitely come again and let my little one stretch his legs.

Buccaneer Park is ok…read more Pros It has a nice view of the ocean. It is close to the ocean. There is a small parking lot. There is some street parking nearby. There is a small restroom. There is a cafe on site. It has a few picnic tables, some trees, and athletic areas. Cons It is crowded. The parking lot is crowded. Street parking is crowded. It is noisy with the ocean, the traffic, the trains, etc. The restroom is not very clean or nice. The picnic tables do not have shade. If you need a small park, in that area, give it a try. It has a nice view of the ocean. You can walk up and down the street that it is on, and have nice views. You just have to deal with crowds and noise. Photos attached.

What a fun park that's connected to the Buccaneer Cafe. You can bring your fur babies to play and…read morehave a snack or a picnic. There's lots of shade to escape the Southern California sun, Buccaneer beach across the street lots to do with parking that you don't find yourself having to pay for. The only downside is the homeless trying to intimidate the vacationers into giving them money. However being from the area originally i just say no but for others I was told can be kind of scary. I enjoyed the park alot and so did my fur babies so I would definitely come back.

We love this park! More natural kind of vibe (you can see the ocean in the distance and the sunset…read moreviews are 10/10) - the play structure is wooden, there's a large wooden seesaw, and the swing (pictured) is always a favorite for the littles! Big beautiful grass field right down from the playground. 4 stars only due to there being no bathrooms! So come prepared or small a short visit!

This park is definitely a hidden gem. We were here for the playground. It's designed for ages 5-12…read more It's got fun and different elements, including a swing, seesaw, and balance beams. There are lots of picnic table seating areas, both in and out of the shade. Everything was impeccably clean. The view is beautiful as it sits high and you can see the ocean. There is limited street parking only and there no restrooms.

Such a cute park. Parked on the street and walked on over. The beach is covered in pebbles. So…read morebeautiful. Saw a bunch of people surfing and boogie boarding. It's a perfect place to chill. Very peaceful. Very clean.

DOG FRIENDLY (5 stars)…read more On the beach but not on the beach... if you know what I mean. Don't care for sandy feet, this location is great for a post up. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed on the beach area until after a certain hour. We arrived to watch the Surfer Girl Competition and right next to the beach is this grassy park where we were able to post up and watch as if we were in the beach. Occasional weirdos coming by but that's expected... it's Oceanside.