The park was remodeled recently. There is a parking lot but…read morepretty small especially if they have games going on. You will find Soccer Shots here and baseball games. We did find street parking easily so it wasn't bad. It is right next to the YMCA. Pretty impressed how big the playground is and so much to do from swings to slides to things to climb. The kids had a blast.

I've been playing pickleball there daily since the beginning of this year. They're super popular…read morecourts, almost always active. The pickleball community there is wonderful and welcoming to all!

This trail is a serious hike into the foothills. The views are stunning, the wildlife is varied…read more You might see bears, deer, bobcats, rattlesnakes, coyotes, even mountain lions. There is very little to no shade. Bring water and hats. If you bring your dog it should be on a leash - as much for your pet's safety as anything else. People who don't respect the wildness and steep mountain trail can get seriously hurt. Airlifts are not uncommon.

Mt. Wilson is such a great and fun climb. It's long but not overly challenging or technical. I…read morewas looking forward to the cafe at the top, but they were closed for the winter. A couple of people told us they spotted bears. The descent towards the parking lot seemed long. The hike is about 15 miles with 4,400 ft of elevation gain. My favorite part though and the primarily reason why I would do this hike again and again is the amazing ice cream shop in town! Mother Moo Creamery has the most amazing homemade ice cream and pies and anything and everything they make. I will do anything, absolutely anything for good ice cream. Easy parking and there is a very disgusting bathroom at the trailhead. Come and create your own adventure.

Amazing Hike but it's not for beginner hikers here!! Steep but rewarding!!!…read more I would say this is moderate to advanced-level hiking. This is our first time hiking at Bailey Canyon to Jones Peak. Bailey Canyon trail is located at the Bailey Canyon Park in Sierra Madre. We parked our car at the parking lot at around 8 in the morning. The parking lot is so small so make sure to get there early. (We got lucky and found a parking space). We were planning to hike to the "Old Foundation" because it was our first time to hike there so we didn't want to overdo it. This trail is considered a challenging route because it's a very steep and narrow climb all the way. We started from Bailey Canyon Park and passed the small reservoir before hiking uphill into the foothills. We saw the map and the "Old Foundation" should take about 2.2 miles but we hiked more than 2.8 miles and still didn't see the sign. We almost gave up and wanted to take our return route. Glad we saw and asked other hikers when they came back down and they told us that we passed the "Old Foundation" for a while and we had almost arrived at the Peak (Jones Peak) in less than 15 minutes. We were very surprised that we were close to the Peak so we got motivated again. The views were breathtaking and absolutely beautiful. The weather was so perfect. When we arrived at the Jones Peak, we saw the beautiful and colorful rocks in heart shape and gorgeous panoramic breathtaking views. We finally got to Jones Peak at 3375 feet!!!! The map said it's about a 5.7-mile out-and-back trail near Sierra Madre and it takes an average of 4 h 2 min to complete. I checked my Strava app (I forgot to wear my Apple Watch that day) and it shows that I hiked 6.7 miles and we finished our hike around noon so it took us about 4 hours. We were so proud of ourselves. Make sure that you bring plenty of water, and you can also bring trekking poles if you have them. They'll help on the steep slopes. (We didn't use trekking poles this time but I'll probably prepare it for next time)

This a nice, less crowded hike in the area. Although signs says beware of the Sun we found plenty…read moreof shady areas in the early part if the trail- plus a lovely,small stream. Also, the variety of plants, flowers, and beautiful vegetation made it more pleasing. Nice views, too. Worth checking out.

Nice and beautiful park in city of arcadia…read more Some of the hiking trails were very organized

Love coming here when I need a break from the real world. Its a great park with some basic trails…read moreand steps with beautiful views and scenery. I just saw a deer here this week when I came for a moment of relaxation. They have bathrooms, a mini-museum and a huge campground "theater" where you can perform, etc, as well as barbeques and lots of seating.

Kersting Court is a cute, charming, quaint little plaza off Sierra Madre Blvd, the main street of…read morethe foothill town. My husband wanted to check it out since it was used as a location in "Halloween 2", a little trivia for movie lovers. During our research, we found out that the original "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" was also shot here, so we need to watch it! The plaza is cute, it has a few nice stores around, a cool pub, coffee-shops, ice-cream parlors. We checked it out during the Wistaria Festival and it was really lively and crowded. Kersting Court has the charm of an old timey main street, but it is modern and well maintained in the same time. Hard to miss if you walk around!

A small but cute shopping plaza with coffee, ice cream, sports bar and outdoor seating. Limited…read moreparking but street parking is available nearby.

This park is super nice and chill! You always see lots of people here with their pets, friends, and…read morechildren, and there are so many different sports being played. It's a HUGE park and they have just about everything! There's a good-sized playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball and softball fields, a swimming pool, and lots of open space. I love bringing Mika here whenever I get the time! Another thing I really like is how much shade there is because they have lots and lots of trees throughout the park. It's also kept really clean, and they have dog poop bags available all around the park, which is super convenient when bringing your dog. Overall, it's a nice park to walk around and spend some time outdoors!

SoCal weather really said "pick a personality" and then refused to commit, so I took advantage of…read moreits good mood and clocked in at Arcadia Park like a picnic professional. Big, beautiful shady trees?!?!?! Check!!!!! Perfect blanket-sprawling real estate?!?!?!? Also check!!!!! It's the kind of spot that makes you forget the weather might flip on you in 20 minutes, so you eat, lounge, and live your best picnic life while the sun is also feeling fabulous!!

There are a lot of things to do that your kids won't get tired of…read more There's a baseball field. Basketball court, the playground, and some bathrooms. It's a nice park, but the only downside is that there's not too much shade to sit in, and there are a lot of holes in the grass.

This park is a pretty nice park and i always go here with my friends. Even though the bathrooms are…read morereally nasty, the rest are nice like 2 batting cages 3 baseball fields 1 basketball court and 2 tennis courts. The also have a pretty big playground and a giant field to play soccer or football. There is many activities you can do there and its a pretty good park if your nearby and looking for a park to go to. (Other than the bathrooms) if you dont need to use the bathrooms, then youre fine.

Make sure to get there early! Fills up on weekends. Make sure you have an adventure pass, $5 for…read moreday pass at REI or whatever sporting store or borrow one for free from your library. We arrived at 6:30a on a Saturday and still ended up parking along the road about 0.4 miles away. Or (if available) valet for $20 with the shop. Has decent pit toilets and porta potties. It's a good starting point for Mt Wilson hiking loops (about 14 miles) or shorter trips to the nearby campgrounds or waterfalls.

Great place to experience several different hiking trails in the San Gabriel Mountains. I arrived…read morevery early on a weekday morning, so plenty of parking was available; however, supposed to be rough on weekends. Make sure you have an Adventure Pass! If not, one can be purchased at Adams Pack Station (but they don't open until 9 am?). Trails are well-maintained and there are many signs, keeping you from being lost. Well worth a visit!

Great hike with nice views most of the way!…read more It's a nice downhill at the beginning toward the waterfall, but it's definitely challenging on the way back since it's all incline. I recommend bringing a hat since there's not much shade, especially on the way back up. My group purchased our parking pass at a nearby store, but it seems like you can also purchase a parking pass once you're at the top.

Relatively easy hike at about 3.8 miles. I did it with family members of different ages, along with…read moremy 8-year-old golden retriever, and everyone handled it well. The trail is beautiful and mostly shaded, which makes it especially enjoyable. I recommend starting no later than 6:00 a.m. to avoid the heat on the way back. The return portion is mostly uphill, so it's best not to tackle it during the hottest part of the day. You'll also need a parking permit (costs $5) for your vehicle.

Visting in the summer with temps in the 90's was probably not the best idea. Go early, right when…read morethey open to do a morning walk if you're planning to visit in the heat. It's not necessary to make reservations, tickets at $18 for adults can be purchased at the window. Customer service was super friendly and welcoming and I love how we were greeted by a peacock and her babies as we walked in. The grounds are beautiful and I believe they have one more concert picnic event at night event in September. A lot of construction and maintenance work was being done throughout the gardens, along with a lot of sprinklers going off. Not a whole lot in bloom, but it was still nice to walk and the pond areas were very lively. There are a variety of gardens and I appreciate how well the trees are labeled. We stopped by the café for a cooling off break and to get something to eat. On Mondays the grill goes dark and they only sell pre-made food. I found it to be overly priced. They state no food allowed, but I brought in my own snacks. We also stopped by the gift shop which had some unique items. I'll definitely be back in the spring or fall when the weather is cooler and more plants are in bloom.

Such a cute botanical garden w lots to see. Nice afternoon walk and taking in all the beautiful…read moresurroundings. Growing up in Hawaii I absolutely love plumerias and so excited to immediately head to the plumerias section of the foresty area. We didn't get a chance to explore the deserty side as we got there at 6 and they close at 7.... But highly recommend how serene it is and parking was quite easy - a rarity in itself!