Such an underrated green space in Lomita/Wilmington. I love going here with my dog. It feels very…read moresafe, and it has a lot of space to walk around. There's a beautiful big lake in the middle with ducks and other animals. Great for bird watching, great for playing catch with your dog or just getting your kids out for a walk. Honestly, highly recommend it.

Review #958 2026-022…read more This write-up for Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park is long overdue. My son was born at Kaiser Permanente South Bay Center, which is right next door, & my husband wanted me to "waddle-walk" at the park while I recovered from childbirth. O_o As my toddler grew, we started exploring parks away from home (there's 2 within walking distance), & started visiting Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park in 2018 & more frequently in 2021 after the pandemic lockdown. According to the city's webpage, Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park is home to 300+ species of migratory birds... wowza! The lake is part of the natural habitat of S. CA for native plants & animals. I'm not a birdwatcher so I'm unfamiliar with our feathered friends at the park. I only recognized Canada Geese, Mallard Ducks, American White Pelicans, & Hummingbirds (not sure of the species). I've seen a raptor once, but couldn't tell what it was. According to Wikipedia, this is one of the best places to see the secretive "Marsh Wren." With my deteriorating eyesight, I highly doubt I can spot this elusive bird that's known for camouflage, ground creeping instead of flying, & hiding in vegetation. Some guy did spot on on 01/19/26, likely a bird watcher because his name pops up a lot on the log, though he didn't post a pic for validation. If you're the curious type, there's a bird list log of what's been spotted here: eBird (https://ebird.org/). There's lots of features at this park: children's playground, picnic tables & BBQ pits, fitness zone, bike & jogging paths, hiking trail, fishing (must have valid fishing license; catch & release only), & 9-hole par-36 golf course (east of the lake); there's a disc golf course but I don't recall seeing this since I'm usually at the playground with the kiddos, playing frisbee in the shade, watching my hubby's workout at the therapeutic fitness area, or doing my steps on the jogging path. Sometimes my kids would run through the grass, scaring the birds, & I have to lecture them to stop in case an angry mob of geese decides to turn around & attack them because they feel threatened. Yeesh! Luckily it was a "young & dumb" phase that quickly passed. At one point, boating & fishing was allowed in Lake Machado but the water quality took a dump & became toxic so no one is allowed in the water, & "Catch & Release" signs have been posted with warnings not to eat the fish from the lake. We usually park in the parking lot off Vermont Ave. that's somewhat close to the playground; that free lot has more than enough space, no matter day or time of our visits. The 231-acre park should have other lots surrounding the park. We haven't explored the east side of the lake so not sure what's there except for the golf course. What's Interesting: There was an infamous alligator named "Reggie" that lived at the park between 2005 - 2007, & was finally captured on 05/24/2007 & relocated to the L.A. Zoo. He was likely an illegal pet that grew too large & was set free at the park. His former owners likely are unaware this is more harmful to the animal & environmentally harmful because the park is not a suitable habitat/home. Reggie got his 5-mins. of fame & then some... we even saw him at the zoo & shared his infamous story with the kiddos. Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park is a lovely park to enjoy a picnic &/or BBQ, make use of their free therapeutic fitness equipment & get in shape, get lots of extra steps in on the jogging path (my kiddos prefer using their scooters or bikes), or come out & just get some free air.

Great beautiful park beautiful photography cool place to hang out and chill pretty coolread more

Blue Lake Park is located in a residential neighborhood near the Woodbridge area of Irvine. Despite…read moreits name, there is nothing about this park that resembles a lake. The park has a grassy area, basketball courts, a kids playground, and some covered tables. There is mainly street parking and also a small private parking lot that is currently blocked off for construction. The swimming pool is also under construction. This is a park mainly used by the residents in the area.

For those who love the great outdoors, you've got nature's playground right next door to Raging…read moreWaters. Not only do you get to enjoy a beautiful lake, but there are rolling hills with lush grass, covered gazebos with grills, and several playground apparatuses for the kiddos. I counted three off-hand, but I feel like there were more. Want to jet ski? Check. Wanna go fishing? Check. Kayaking? Check. Boating? Check. Prefer to pedal a boat on the water? You can do that too. Or bring your bike. You can also hike or stroll around the park and take in the wildlife. The wild geese, ducks, birds, squirrels, lizards, and small fish are fun to watch. Just don't feed them, per the signs posted around the area. However, humans can pack a picnic and lounge the day away. Admission per vehicle is $15/day and you have in/out privileges all day long. Special events like concerts, triathlons, and fishing tournaments happen here so check out the calendar on their website. Also, Bonelli Regional Park has Overnight Family Camping on the second Friday of June, July, and August so mark your calendars. We did, but this summer escaped us. We'll be putting that on our bucket list for 2027. Also, you can horseback ride and the Equestrian Center is at the back side of the park. NOTE: Regional Parks are closed Mondays & Tuesdays. Parking was $15/car and you have access in/out all day long.

What a beautiful park with so many varied areas to recreate!…read more I have to admit, I do wish it was limited to unmotorized boats, other than the Lifeguards. It's so peaceful to be near or out on the water with people using row boats, kayaks, paddle boards, peddle boats, fishing etc. But then you get a speedboat or jet ski blaring back and forth in this little strip area. I'm not sure why that would even be fun in such a confined area. Anyway, I don't recommend it for motorized boats. Too small. But often it's quiet and peaceful there. They have a bird wetland/marsh habitat area at the southeast end of the lake with all kinds of beautiful water birds. The bird watching there is amazing. You even sometimes see Bald Eagles. Many families have parties there and stroll the grounds on the weekend. Perfect for people who don't have yards and want to come and relax on the grass and picnic on the weekend. I recommend anyone in the area that uses the park often get a yearly membership and support this great resource of ours!

This park is absolutely beautiful, but if you're looking for a peaceful visit, I would recommend…read moreavoiding weekends. There are often multiple quinceañera, wedding, and engagement photo shoots happening at the same time, which can make the park feel crowded and make it difficult to fully enjoy the scenery. That said, the park itself is gorgeous, featuring a waterfall, a pond, and a charming rose garden. The views are definitely worth seeing. Just keep in mind that there are quite a few hills, and it's not the most stroller-friendly location. While there are some accessible paths, many of the trails eventually lead to stairs. Overall, it's a lovely park with great photo opportunities and beautiful scenery--just consider visiting on a weekday for a more relaxing experience.

I love this park! When I used to work at a school nearby, I used to take my special education…read morestudents with my teacher's assistants for a walk on CBI (community based instruction) to Weymouth Corners and visit the post office and the bakery, as well to other shops in the area so they (the students, not the adults ) could practice making purchases and other daily life skills. Then we would continue to AP to eat lunch and feed the ducks which the kids loved to do. Averill is a nice, peaceful spot to escape the rat race for a short while and recharge before continuing with the stress and demands of daily life. Many students, unfortunately, live in foster homes that rarely take the children out into the community to learn how to function in the REAL world. Too many are placed in front of the TV when they are not at school, just being fed and receiving the bare minimum of personal care so CBI is important for them to be able to function in the community after they become adults and age out from qualifying for foster care anymore. The benches by the lake or the gazebo located in the upper part towards the northeast part of AP are especially restful areas to regain your sense of sanity and to recharge. If you happen to be in Pedro, bring a snack and beverage so you can spend time with the ducks and enjoy some downtime in a peaceful place.

Such a great environment to be able to hangout, chill, and of course exercise! I had a lot of funs…read morewith friends and overall felt like the vibes here at night were really good. Plenty of parking to park at, with some dim lighting, but the park itself was very bright. There were a lot of people on Friday night with a few spots open so this place is very popular! Super huge with a ton of space. You can tell it's very well-kept and there are restrooms too. I think the parking gets charged when there's an event going on, other than that I don't remember paying any money to come here. Overall would love to come back here again!

The reviews for this park are very positive, so I honestly wondered if I had gone to the wrong…read moreplace. Since there is an entrance fee, I expected the park to be better maintained. Unfortunately, the grass looked overgrown, and the overall area did not feel especially clean or well cared for. I also brought my dog, but I did not find it particularly enjoyable or convenient for walking. I mostly noticed a few groups playing soccer, but not much else that made the park stand out. One interesting part was seeing people test and fly small remote-controlled aircraft. It was my first time seeing something like that, so I did enjoy watching it. Still, I am not sure that alone is enough to justify paying an entrance fee. This is only my honest experience, but I left wondering what makes this park worth the entrance fee compared with other public parks.

This man made lake sits on 125 acres and is private. It is so pretty and is surrounded by over 1300…read morehuge and bougie homes. It has 8 miles of shoreline and was built in 1969. You can fish, but you must throw them back. There are lots of places to sit and just enjoy the views too. I am not sure if swimming is allowed. There are a couple of upscale restaurants along the shore that one can dine at. The rest of the area is a business plaza. I did not feel like I was still in LA. The neighborhood is so gorgeous!

Who feels like chilling today?! I DO, I DO!!!!! But I don't feel like going far...Hmmmm, where to…read morego? Westlake Lake!!!~ That is where! In 1969, this lake was created as a community development...But wait...there is more...Get this, it was designed to control flooding & to create a scenic focal point for the community. This would replace the town's earlier plan for a concrete flood control channel. Absolutely brilliant plan! But let's not get all "environmentally jacked up" because this review is more about the scene here... As George Costanza's dad Frank would say, "SERENITY NOW!" There are several restaurants and shops along the lake. You can also "catch & throw," along the lake, sit on a bench and enjoy the calmness. *Plenty of parking in the lot *Restaurants are $$$ *FREE ~ Walking around the lake and enjoying the peacefulness

Love it here. We have been coming for ten years and each time it feels new and different and…read morecompletely awesome.

It's a FREE public park / walking (hiking) area that's safe (dog free too) with a parking lot…read more It's a relatively small area however, so is more for strolling than having a rigorous adventure of challenges. It's perfect for all ages and abilities, 'tho the terrain might be naturally uneven in some areas, so watch your step.

Peaceful here could use more water but perfect for fishing or just relaxing will be back soonread more

I came here a few months ago when the weather was better. The drive from Asuza was very nice and…read morequiet in the early morning. There are plenty of pull outs to get off and to take some photos. Don't drive too fast because there's a lot of bikers on the road. To get to the lake, park at the lot and walk past the yellow bollard. It's a nice place to walk and to enjoy the scenery.

Beautiful spot in nature with many campgrounds nearby…read more The largest pinecones I've seen in southern ca. were here-cool! In the summer they do kayak and paddle board rentals here. Plenty of picnic tables. Great spot for some day use to get out in nature.

I enjoyed this lake a lot. Came here on a Saturday and got here around 3pm. It was super busy and…read morewhen we arrived the parking lot was full. I was directed to go across the street and walk down. Parking was $10 per car and across the street it was free. However, it's a walk from the parking across the street. They also have a yearly pass which is $30. They also have bathrooms close by. We fortunately found parking and unpacked and went down to the lake. There's plenty of space for a lot of people. You can fish, swim and even kayak. There is also a spot to rent out equipment to do all that. We brought our own boats for kayaking. The lake isn't too big, you can go down the whole thing within 10min or less. Very small but it's very calm and beautiful. My family loved it. It's a great spot to hang out and relax. We'll come back again if we're ever in the area.