One of our favorite parks for a family day out! The playground is great for kids safe, clean, and…read morewith plenty of space to run around. There's a nice lake, open grassy areas, and shaded spots which make it perfect for relaxing or having a picnic. My toddler always has a great time here. Such a peaceful and well-maintained park definitely a go-to for us!

Polliwog is the largest park in all of the South Bay and a great park for a walk. They've got a…read morelarge pond - watch out for all the Canadian geese and watch your step for um some nature droppings. They have several playgrounds, picnic areas and gazebos. Note - Manhattan Beach is pretty strict with large parties at the park- so you will need to reserve if you're hosting a party. Overall it's a fun park that's a perfect spot for picnics, nature sight seeing and chill days.

I love coming to Bruce's Beach to take a stroll along the Strand and enjoy the beautiful oceanfront…read moreviews. The scenery is peaceful, and it's such a lovely place to relax and take in the beauty of the coast. I also stumbled upon these beautiful historical photos and facts about Bruce's Beach, which provided meaningful context about this important landmark. Learning about its history made my visit even more special. It's an honor to visit such a beautiful place and reflect on the history behind it.

A historical place working towards becoming more just, and a beautiful view and place to be. I…read morewould recommend a walk from here to the pier.

I absolutely love this hidden park that's in a nice neighborhood in El Segundo. It's clean, fun and…read moreyou get to see airplanes take off every few minutes which kid doesn't love that. Their climbing structures are great for bigger kids and they have cool features as well like a chalk board and cool climbing added as well. They have swings as well for the little ones and big kiddos. Their little house they have for the toddlers is great and so fun featuring a small slide. The only down fall to this park is there is no bathroom but overall it's a fun park to visit for sure! There are benches and nice grassy area to hang or have a snack.

Super small hidden park. It's clean. It's quiet. It's got tables to sit at and the equipment looks…read moresafe. Just know that it's tucks in a neighborhood and if it's a hot day, there is very little airflow around here.

One of the best what Forth of July, celebrations in the city of Los Angeles. We have been coming…read morehere since they stop having the Forth of July celebrations at Centinella Park. They have a amazing fan that starts entertaining at 6 PM until the fireworks show starts. They have multiple food trucks with great food to experience and plenty of activities for the kids. There's two jumpers and you can play whatever sports you love in the grassy area. They also have a hill, and if you have a box, you can slide down it to your hearts joy.

The place is really thought out. Well. There was ample parking. They have lights for when it gets…read moredarker. There's a playground for older kids, a playground for younger kids and a huge open field. The bathrooms were surprisingly very very clean. I was very surprised. I thought it was going to be something where I had to hold my breath for 3 minutes. Use the bathroom, wash my hands and head out. But it was extremely clean. They have a giant fire pit. No one started a fire there, but it looks like that would be a pretty big bonfire. I would come by again if I was in the area. Good job El Segundo

Live Oak Park has seen me in every phase of my life. Whether it be hitting dingers in my Little…read moreLeague Baseball League, playing pick up basketball as a kid against grown men, taking tennis lessons (I was trash at tennis), or running around here in middle school with my group of friends, Live Oak has been instrumental in my growth as a man. Most recently, it's been here for me when I come back from NYC and just want to get some shots up alone. Nothing as cathartic as grabbing the new basketball my Granny just got me, popping my airpods in, and doing the basketball workouts I used to do as a kid when hoop dreams were all I cared about. Something about reconnecting with that part of myself just eases the stresses that come with adulthood. I think that chubby insecure kid would be proud of who I am today, and that makes me smile. It's good to look back at your past and appreciate who you've become... But don't stare at it, or you'll end up staying there. Look back, smile, and keep pushing forward. I also randomly seen Kendrick Lamar doing a prison workout here a few years back. That was a trip lol. THANK YOU LIVE OAK! THANK YOU GRANNY I LOVE THIS NEW BASKETBALL! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews

Live Oak Park is another favorite of ours when hanging out in the Manhattan Beach area. My girl…read morelove Tennis, so I have to play tennis with her and her friends when we all come here to hang out lol. I will take a break and play basketball as well with random strangers . People in this community are friendly.Park is clean and safe for children and families. No homeless or trouble makers lurking around here because Manhattan Beach also have a wonderful Police Station as well not far by. I like this park when coming to the South Bay.

Very nice area! All the plants are identified along with other interesting facts. Very serene! Easy…read morewalking. It's a hidden gem in Pollywog Park.

I've been coming to the Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden for years, and it's one of those rare…read moreplaces that only grows more meaningful over time. I watched my daughter explore, play, and quite literally grow up among these paths, which makes every visit feel a little nostalgic. It's a peaceful, beautiful spot, a perfect place for a slow stroll or an afternoon picnic. This is easily one of my favorite places in the South Bay. A true little sanctuary.

I finally got around to writing a review for this gem! Been doing bits and pieces mixed w/walking…read moreto the Strand from it for years and never knew what the entire trail was like. Verdict: it's excellent for joggers, walkers and pet parents & moms/families taking the kids out for a stroll. 7.5 miles round trip traveling between two beach cities. I agree w/the other reviews on all points. The pluses: Easy parking at Fry's parking lot Easy parking on streets (although if you park in front of a house, you'll quickly get the message to park elsewhere as you'll get backed in - understandable. Shaded throughout w/open areas so sunscreen, shades & sun cap a must. Peaceful and away from the streets on most parts. No bikes to dodge from No crowds, people walking spread across strolling, skateboards, rollerblades & other obstacles to dodge or block you (Yes referring to the Strand) Workout stations throughout Water fountains for both people & pets throughout Benches & trash cans throughout Hardly any dog waste throughout Beautiful scenic route w/beautiful plants throughout Easy Access points to both Piers/the Strand Few Access points to stores (water/etc) & public restrooms if you know where to look It's safe, but always be vigilant & aware of surroundings The huge perk that it's alongside both beachs This portion (Manhattan Beach city) seems a little more different than the Hermosa side - maybe it's just me (yes yes it's just me) What did I miss? The Minuses: The breaking points with streets, stops & stop lights (Almost got ran over w/impatient driver from Fiesta Hermosa), but most drivers (local) were courteous Can be harsh in open spots of sun blaring on your skin in high temperatures Mulch can be a little difficult & damaging/stain your shoes- appropriate trail running (or even hiking shoes if your walking) a must! I seen people in flip flops & short heeled shoes struggling. Understandable wearing flip flops (yes beach, I get it) if your doing the short pit stop w/the doggy(ies) or stroll Not so peaceful, quiet & away from streets in some areas A little feeling of uneasiness at beginning from Fry's parking lot thru underpass - just be aware of surroundings-I can not emphasize enough!! As one reviewer stated, little bit pre judgmental going on, the same thing happened to me, but my dog is a lot smaller & behaves if one does not try to pet her. I've had people frown at me (I warned them first) among other observations, not worth mentioning but definitely noticeable. Wished it could be extended further into Redondo Beach, but I know not possible- however access to Strand gives choices Did I miss anything? I'll have to do another review for Greenbelt park trail - which is basically the same. This trail also a plus for me, since there are no real hiking trails closest to me. But you do get a nice gradual incline going back towards the end. I've found my other ideal trail ;)

Great spot for a run! People are friendly and try to be considerate of the space. A lot of people…read morewalking their dogs but for the most part they are on a leash. Nice scenic views with markers to inform you of mileage. I wasn't sure how far it went but I got up to around 3.5 miles. There are light posts which seem to light up the trail at night. Nice benches to sit. The entrance is toward the backend of the mall area. There's parking there or you can do street parking.

I drove by the park when we going grocery shopping we just decided to take our toddler…read more We are so happy we did. It was clean and so many fun activities to choose from. My toddler loved it and so did we!

I spent part of a lazy Saturday here last month, when I was dog-sitting for my sister. No, I didn't…read morebring the dog, because driving in cars terrifies her. Instead, I picked up a delicious sandwich, some deli sides, and drink from nearby Boccato's Groceries ( https://www.yelp.com/biz/boccatos-groceries-hermosa-beach ), lucked out in quickly finding a parking spot, and ate my lunch at a picnic table before reading my book for almost two hours. It was a beautiful day, and many other people were enjoying the near perfect weather and all the space the park has. There were at least three different kids' birthday parties going on, but they didn't interfere with one another, because Valley Park has multiple areas with picnic tables. It has a huge playground, a basketball court, and what seem like acres of grass to play on. There are also lots of trees for shade. As I said, I found parking almost right away, on Morningside Drive, but that meant a long walk for me, as the path from the western side of the park takes a rather circuitous route past the playground and the basketball court to the group of tables I wanted to sit at (the only ones completely unoccupied when I arrived). I could have taken a direct route through the grass, but that would have meant walking through a kids' soccer game and some of groups of kids playing. Most of the parking is along the two streets that form the northern boundary of the park, but I could see the street from where I was sitting, and those spots didn't open up often, and when they did, they were quickly taken. It got a bit windy as the afternoon passed, so I had to go chasing some napkins and the lid of one of my deli delectables at times, but it really is a nice, well maintained park. I didn't use the bathroom, but I did see quite a few moms taking their kids into them, so I'm assuming they couldn't have been that disgusting. Speaking of the bathrooms, it would be great if this Yelp listing could have a different, less puke-inducing cover photo. Please click on some other photos, people!

We came by to watch a Little League game a couple of weekends ago…read more This is a well maintained park with a nice playground area. The bleachers near the baseball field were typical of the other Redondo Beach parks...comfortable enough to sit on for a couple of hours. But no shade, so wear a hat and sunglasses. There was an enclosed senior center also. Didn't get to see inside, but it's a nice benefit for the residents.

One of my favorite go to parks. I've been to Anderson Park a few time for picnics. It's a giant…read morepark with lots of space. It has a playground for kids as well as several tennis courts. Parking can easily fill up on the street but they also have parking towards the back side of the park.

Staff friendly. Dunes well maintained. Neighborhood is quiet and the bathrooms are clean.read more

This was my second time here. The first time I came here it was much more crowded. This time around…read moreit appears they set up a registration booth where you can reserve a time with the attendee. There is a child's park right in front which is convenient for people with kids. I've had fun here both of the times I had came here and could only go up and down a couple times. It's a popular workout spot with restrooms and stairs on the side of the sand dune make everything so convenient. Even when it's crowded I was still able to get parking and on the other side of the park I noticed there is ample parking for handicap spots.