You know those hidden gems that you become aware of? And suddenly you become torn between telling…read moreeveryone about it or simply keeping it to yourself? Let me just tell you--This is one of those places for me! Let's shout it from the canyon top about this awesome park. It's a spacious park that has a playground, nice & clean bathrooms, a sand volleyball court, tennis courts, cement bench tables (some shaded) & dog friendly. Perfect for group gatherings. It's easily accessible from the neighboring homes. Has its own parking lot and street parking is available too.

An absolutely awesome park that somehow overlooked reviewing after all the UYE potluck picnic…read moreparties that my fellow Yelper "Queen of the North" Karen N has organized year after year right here! And I've only missed a couple picnics. I always have to make a hell of a drive up here with or without family or dog in tow and actually can't wait to arrive! It is this nice. And I thought I was dreaming when I saw spotless bathrooms that actually have toilet paper and soap in the dispensers. In a public park! Unheard of for sure in my central SD 'hood. Not since I was a wee young lad do I remember that. More than anything, we have trouble keeping the tents and tweekers out of our nearby parks.. Suburban aggressive bravery is needed more than ever to challenge an conquer these types. Nothing of the like here- it's as if there's a shield or checkpoint to cross into the other side. You can walk up the nicely groomed grass hill and there are walking trails too. Many dogs come for frisbee and fetch-the-ball practice as well. We bring our little Lola which we keep in and out of her dog stroller. Amazing views in a quiet, gorgeous neighborhood that is the perfect meeting spot for daytime picnics. As they say, location, location, location...

Nice little park with historic buildings from Oceanside. Shady trees and picnic tables. This is…read morepopular as a wedding venue as there's a gazebo for the ceremony, buildings to use for preparation, and the area is quiet (the nearby La Hacienda restaurant also has an area to host receptions). Dogs are allowed on leashes if you pick up after them. There are dog waste bag dispensers and trash cans in the park. Bikes / Skateboards are not allowed to be ridden inside the park but can be carried or pushed with you. There are also drinking fountains and restrooms. Park also contains the model railroad club which visitors can view. The caretaker John who lives at the connected house is very friendly and so is his dog. He's usually either sitting on his porch or doing something inside the park so if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask him..

Went to check out the train set with my grandson but it was closed. We will try again later when…read moreit's open. Very small but cute kind of place.

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.

Libby Park is a small hidden gem tucked right in the middle of a residential neighborhood. From the…read moreoutside, it feels like a quiet, private little spot, but once you walk down the stairs, it really opens up. One of my favorite parts was the view of the lake. It's peaceful and makes for a really nice walk, especially with the trail that loops around it. The park itself is well laid out with a small soccer area, walking path, benches, picnic seating, and a playground, which makes it great for a casual outing with kids. That said, there are a couple things to keep in mind. You do have to walk down stairs to access the park, which might be tricky if you have a stroller (I didn't notice a ramp, but I could have missed it). Also, while there's plenty of street parking, there isn't a dedicated lot. The only downside for me was the amount of duck feces around the lake area, especially on or near some of the benches, which made it a little less enjoyable to sit and relax by the water. Overall, it's a nice little neighborhood park and a great spot if you're nearby and want to take the kids out for a quick stroll or playdate.

Beautiful park! I love the ducks and birds! Very clean grass to walk on! Peaceful and relaxingread more

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!

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.

We went to check out this park as a location to have a kids birthday party. The park is in a nice…read moreresidential area. It was nice and quiet, the park is also fenced so it is great for small kids. There is also a shade structure with picnic tables (no grill) and a nice playground with slides, climbing equipment and swings. The grassy area is at a bit of a slope. There is also plenty of street parking.

Hawk View Park is a really a large green belt that runs up one side of hill within on a residential…read morestreet. The "park" does have many trees to provide shade, a short walking trail, and a small playground area. There seems to be a nice breeze their frequently.

They just redid this whole playground! We come here ALLL THE TIME due to the proximity to our home…read more But this new playground earned it 5 stars! We've already always loved this park bc of the huge open field. Our doggie (RIP) loved this park too. There's a nice sidewalk for the kids to ride their bikes around as well. I love getting some friends together for a nice picnic here. The only downside to this park is that there isn't a bathroom :( but we're close enough to home to be ok!

The park itself is nice enough. It's small, quaint, a bit noisy as it's next to El Camino Real,…read morebut, no matter what time I come here, it always seems to be deserted. Dried leaves go unraked, cobwebs adorn most of the equipment, and unused basketball courts feel both brand-new and rusted. The playground sand is marked mostly with bird feet, but the occasional shoeprint shines through where the rain from a month ago flattened it out. It was their homes. Desolate and abandoned, sitting on the edge of suburbia where no one talks to each other or ever leaves their homes. Seriously, this place is kind of surreal. True, I've only been here about five times, but I've never seen more than one person visit out of the hours and hours I've put in here. If it weren't for the traffic noise, it would feel a bit like a Twilight Zone episode. Anyway, it's about average as far as parks go. There's a good-sized field for running and playing soccer. Twin basketball hoops stand, there is a fair playground with an impressive array of slides, monkey bars, suspension bridges, and sliding poles. But, as I noted before, nothing seems to be maintained. It's as if nature has taken over and no one can be bothered to do a simple sweep up. I assume this is because no one seems to ever come out here. Why put in the work, if no one is going to enjoy the scenery? It's funny considering how many other parks always seem so crowded here in Encinitas; why this private, suburban one never sees any use is beyond me. Still, it's because of that abandoned, unkept feel that keeps me from viewing this park as anything above three stars.

Lots of loose dogs on a regular basis despite signage stating dogs must be on leash - it's such a…read moreshame because it's a nice park with a long strip of shade for walking

Nice little park with playground area for kids w climbing equipment. Path to walk around and…read morerestrooms available. Shaded area w tables near playground.