Whaley Park in Long Beach turned out to be a really lively and playful place when I visited it. The…read morewhole area felt energetic in a way that teenagers would enjoy a lot, especially since I saw so many teens around the basketball courts, the grassy fields, and even near the playground. It surprised me how naturally the park gave off that youthful atmosphere without trying too hard. The open spaces and colorful areas almost felt like spots made for taking pictures, and they did not cost anything to enjoy, which makes them perfect for teenagers who like hanging out and being creative. It was my first time at Whaley Park, and I did not realize how much there was to enjoy until I walked around. I appreciated how easy it was to relax there without feeling rushed or crowded, even with all the teens playing games, taking photos, and talking with each other. Some parts of the park looked a little older or worn down, which is part of why I am giving it four stars instead of five, but nothing took away from the overall experience. I never doubted that the visit would turn out the way I hoped it would. I have only visited Whaley Park once before writing this review, but it ended up being one of the more enjoyable and energetic parks I have been to in a long time. I would highly recommend that teenagers go there because they would love the open spaces, the sports areas, the photo spots, and the creative vibe. It gives them a place to have fun, take pictures, and feel inspired in a simple and playful environment.

Great park perfect for kids lots of things to climb, do & spin on…read more Theres even shade & instruments for kids to play on. It's a medium to small park but packed with stuff to do & very well maintained.

Marina Vista Park is a great community space. There is plenty of green space, a playground, and…read moretennis and pickleball courts. Restrooms are available and are well kept with sinks (but no soap, BYO). There's also a water fountain which even has a dog bowl for your furry friends. The Marina Vista Pickleball group plays here most mornings and offers free lessons to new players twice a week as well as daily open play. Lots of fun and a great way to get out and meet new people.

Came here to take my toddler to burn off some energy and loved this park! There is free parking in…read morea lot and street, lots of green grass, a shaded playground, and tennis courts. When I was there there were people playing pickle ball. The place overall seemed clean and you can see the view of water. Just an fyi the playground is sand around it.

Wonderful field. Nice screen out in centerfield. Fun, engaged crowd…read more Something has to be done about the concessions. Heavy restrictions on what you can bring in and it was a 27 minute wait to get a bag of popcorn and a bottle of water last Friday night. The stadium was far from full. We have all these tools trying to speed up the game but zero interest in streamlining the process to help us spend even more money at the park. Two lines, a few windows, no posted menu until you get to the head of the line. Is it so hard these days to pre-order digitally? Have a dedicated drinks window? Salt snack window? It really ruins the experience when you miss two full innings standing in line. They have two beer lines but nothing there to accommodate all of the kids that attend Dirtbags games. We have the Coast/Regulators coming in this summer and there will be a riot if that much game time is wasted standing in a tight line. Fix it, y'all. It's a drag.

This stadium is as close to a minor league stadium as you can get. This stadium has better vibes…read morethan most minor league games and any college baseball game I've been too. Come for a good time - very family friendly Be warn, the lines for food can get very long! $15 for non students adults

Great facility for baseball training. All the coaches are positive and committed to the clients. My…read moreson especially likes coach Evan for batting. We've had a year long membership and have also done private lessons. The facility is clean and even has a nice area for parents to hang out. Chase d'Arnaud is focused on offering elite training in the middle of Long Beach. My son loves going.

We had the honor of being the very first team to practice at D'Arnaud Athletics, and it's been our…read morego-to ever since. Whether it's team training, classes, individual sessions, or one-on-ones with pitching and hitting coaches, the experience has always been exceptional. The coaches are not only knowledgeable and experienced, but also deeply committed to each athlete's development--physically and mentally. They go beyond mechanics to teach the mental side of the game, helping players build focus, confidence, and resilience. That mental edge is just as important as skill, and it's something they truly prioritize. Customer service is always top-notch, and I can count on timely follow-up and clear communication whenever I have questions. We've worked with many coaches and facilities over the years, but the consistency, expertise, and cutting-edge technology at D'Arnaud Athletics are unmatched. I'm so excited that Long Beach has this kind of high-level facility in our backyard--and we don't plan on going anywhere else anytime soon!

This park was fairly decent, the restrooms were simply "eh-could be worse could be better *laughs*"…read morethey have a nice big green field for sports or picnics, big trees that provide a fair bit of shade and little picnic tables. All in all not bad-personally I think we need more parks

Long Beach has many parks, even parkways and random patches of grass downtown the City designates…read moreas a "park". Hands down, Stearns Champion is one of my favorite parks in this city. Not only because it has a recreation center, but also because its one of the parks the city maintains fairly well. My other favs in the city are El Dorado East, Wardlow Park, Whaley Park, and Los Cerritos. I'm usually at this park at least several times a week, and enjoy seeing people getting out and being active. PROS: - Clustered together are the basketball courts, baseball field, recreation center, and the restrooms. This makes it ideal to keep an eye on children who may wander off and play in different areas. - Nicely separated cement picnic tables. These are scattered throughout the park, with ample room for parties of various sizes. No reservations, and it's first come, first serve. Seen this past Memorial Day got people up and out bright and early to post up and claim a spot. - Flat grassy open space in about three large areas of the park. People will usually set up for volleyball, soccer, flag football, practice area, etc.. - Parking is abundant. Steans Park has two parking lots, but there's also a lot of street parking. - Jacaranda trees! I love these trees with the purple sappy flowers, as long as I'm not subjected to park my car under it. Jacarandas line the 23rd Street side of the park. Beautiful when they are in bloom and flowers fall with the wind. CONS: - Lots of dog owners and their fur babies come through here. Beware that not all dog owners are responsible pet owners who pick up after their pooch. Some of these nasty @ss people leave turds on the grass. Hence, why I don't walk on the grass here. - As an addendum to the above point, also beware that not all dog owners have their dogs on a leash in the park, even though City ordinance does demand it. - Muddy mess. Sometimes this park gets overwatered and the grassy area is super muddy. Easy to slip and fall in the mud or even get your shoe caught up in it. - Trash receptacles are lacking in the south side of the park. There used to be at least one on the Stearns St. side, but since it's been gone, some half-brained pet owner has been tossing bagged poop at the base of the trees.

Come on down and enjoy the lights!! Across the fire station…read moreand near the city hall. Enjoying the 100th year, free light shows and pictures.

Signal Hill Park is so nice to walk to every day very peaceful beautiful love concerts during the…read moresummer well today I saw him putting up the Christmas decorations. It's amazing how well they take care of all of that. Just wish they do something with the bathroom.

El Dorado Regional Park West is part of the larger 640 acre park. Although the East park charges…read morefor parking, there is plenty of free street parking on Studebaker here. This is a great place to picnic, do outdoor activities and walk your dog. On this side of the park, you'll find 6 baseball diamonds, a 15-court tennis center, 2 basketball courts, a skateboard park, a disc golf course, soccer fields, a golf course, a community center and a newly renovated duck pond. I've been waiting years for the duck pond to be complete and I like what they've done. You can finally walk all around it and it is so peaceful. The area is teeming with ducks, geese, seagulls, coots, and other birds. There are even turtles in the pond.

Huge park! Very friendly, dog & kid friendly as it was definitely crowded a bit with kids, and dogs…read morewere for the most part on a leash. A spacial and chill environment, nothing unusual. Everyone minds their business and/or sometimes greet. Parking was available. Away games happens at this park. Overall, this park was amazing for my first time being there.

Meet some friends who were playing pickleball at these courts. Plenty of parking along the side…read morewhere there's a parking lot as well as street parking. It's along back near Wilson high school. Tennis courts and one side it's also utilize for pickleball. The bigger side of the court was all utilize for tennis. Then there's the smaller section where it was 8 courts for pickleball. The seating was quite nice as it was bleachers so each seat you had a nice view of the courts. It was quite busy for a Sunday afternoon with pretty much all the courts there taken. Both side either for practice, tournament or people having a good time. There was also a baseball field behind the bleachers. Restroom were located under the bleachers. The court itself was quite nice. Very well maintained and all clean. Compared to others I've been, this was great.

Billie Jean is nawt my lover - Since the pickleball courts…read moreat this park are by reservation only, you'll likely only be playing with your own ppl, rather than play pickup with strangers and make new friends. + Good quality pb courts. + Nice people overall. Friendly ambience. + Plenty of parking. - Entering the address (1040 Park Ave) on G Maps is slightly misleading. See attached screenshot: follow red arrow to find the pickleball courts. - $30 for 2 hr is exorbitant. - Obscene graffiti on the concrete.

This park is very historical. Was a small park about approx 3 acres, then stretched to almost 9…read moreacres. The name of this park was changed in his honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This park grew so much with events and programs to help communities. The boys and girls club built their recreational facility in the park in the late 1980's. Amenities Basketball Court, Community Center, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Baseball Field, Soccer Field. The park's mural "The Content of Their Characters" sends a positive message. Programs: The park offers after-school programs for ages 5-12 Monday through Friday, including homework help, crafts, games, and special events. Free youth sports leagues are offered every quarter. During the summer the park is open for extended hours. The Summer Food Service Program, summer movies in the park, and other events are held. Honoring the legacy and contributions of Martin Luther King, Jr., the City of Long Beach annually holds a parade in coordination with a celebration brought to the community by the Sixth District Council office and celebration kicking off at Martin Luther King, Jr., Avenue. The park celebration traditionally has a main stage with multicultural performances, as well as other community-focused activities, such as: a health and wellness area, a youth area, food and merchandise vendors, and information booths. They are constantly doing upgrades to make this park pleasant and safe for everyone. I'm glad they upgraded their lights system for the park. At night, it's bright. The grass is freshly green and taken care of with the new irrigation system. This place is unique in their own way, from design and presentation, it's pretty nice. If you're in the area, stop by and say hi. Share your experience. P.s. Don't forget to smile cause you're beautiful. SYOY!

Being at MLK Park was a great experience... Excellent place…read moreto run. I'm definitely coming back again