I guess I didn't really explore this park as much I should have during my first visit, as my memory…read moredid not recall how big the park actually is. And perhaps I was just bothered by how inconspicuous the park entrance is: it's a gate that does not immediately look like the entrance to a park, which is how I missed it the first time I visited over a decade ago. During my recent second visit, I came back with a better appreciation for parks and birds. I did not expect to find any birding lifers here, but I in fact found four in one day. I heard the Green Heron before I saw it, and photographed it without realizing what it was. I just thought it was another Black-Crowned Night Heron, but boy was I delighted to find out later when I was reviewing my photos that it was a Green Heron lifer. The park appears to know it's a great spot for birding as there is signage indicating possible seasonal bird encounters. Perhaps I should stop talking about birds, but I can't help it. Also, "Peck" Road? Birds are the point. It's a large park with a delightful amount of nature to get immersed in. I can't wait to come back for a third visit!

A friend of mine introduced me to this hidden gem a year ago for birding. I recently returned and…read morefell in love with it all over again. This place is a birder's paradise, with its large lakes and blooming flowers, inviting many bird species. I've counted over 20 different species in just a few hours of walking a whole loop. My only complaint is that it was closed the one day I made the long drive out, on a day that it wasn't supposed to be closed. But thankfully there is a cut out on the gate to the side so you can still walk in. You'll just have to park on the street instead of drive in and park inside. So this is just something to watch out for - random closings.

This is a fantastic playground for kids ages 5 and up that features a huge rocket structure, 8…read morepickleball courts, and 5 tennis courts. It gets crowded, so toddlers may enjoy nearby Primrose Park. A major plus is that the bathrooms are located inside the air-conditioned community center. The shaded benches are a bit far from the play area, so keep that in mind. Overall, it's a great spot with plentiful parking, a nice walking loop, and well-maintained pickleball courts.

Great public park with lots of amenities, including a playground area, picnic shelters, basketball…read morecourts, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and baseball, softball, soccer, and football fields. My partner and I really enjoy coming here to play pickleball nowadays. There are 8 permanent courts. The courts are super busy on weekend mornings and less busy on weekdays. The queue system is fair and efficient. I only wish they would keep the pickleball courts open until later. They usually close around 8pm, which seems kind of early. In my opinion, this is one of the cleaner and better-maintained parks in the area. There is a pleasant walking path. I always see people walking their dogs here and families coming here for a stroll around the park. There are parking lots on both sides of the park, as well as plenty of street parking all around. However, when there are events going on at the park, parking can be a bit difficult.

This was a pretty decent park. Has a half mile sort of trail that you can run and walk. Walked my…read moredog here and they even had dog poop bags for use if you don't bring your own. Not sure when the gym is open since it was closed when I arrived but overall the park was pretty clean and was nice.

i remember coming to this park during my high school years with friends from arroyo high school or…read moreemhs :') it's very spacious and safe, surrounded by a suburban neighborhood and right on the outskirts of the main peck road. really peaceful for walks or pokémon go in the early AMs hehe

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!!

Attended the San Gabriel Water District's Water Fest here and had a good time. This park is large…read moreand was able to host many booths, a stage, a VIP area and a play area with inflatable slides, etc. This didn't even take up half of the park! They also had an In-N-Out truck in the parking lot. There's lots of trees surrounding the park and the grass was green and well taken care of. It's an ideal place to hold an event or have a picnic or birthday party.

This park recently reopened after about 2-3 years of renovations. Although they cleaned up a lot,…read morethe park itself still feels unfinished. The soccer field is still stripped out and is currently just a dirt field. There is a recreation center with foosball and ping pong which was cool to see. That said, the park now has new basketball courts, a huge playground, and it looks like the homeless encampment has been cleared out and is no longer there. Overall, it's a nice place to go for a run since it has a small half-mile loop, and it's also a great spot to walk your dog with poop bags available throughout the park.

I have been a resident in Baldwin Park Ca since 2019 and an active resident whom works out at…read moreBarnes Park while my child plays. Today what put fear in me was graffiti being written with the words " NIGGERS GTFO." As a woman of color I do not feel safe in my community with seeing this on display on government property, I have also experienced hateful remarks by others in the Baldwin community in the past however, seeing it in writing on a public structure is very disturbing and a red flag. In addition, I have video footage of the concrete evidence, with the graffiti and the park has surveillance. Im afraid to address this with Barnes Park and Baldwin Park Police because BPD will not do anything about it. I will never return to this park or bring my child. Might as well relocate to a more welcoming environment that does not reciprocate hate towards minorities and that is more so ever safe. Barnes Park should be held liable because they left this hate on their property. Security should had pro trolled and documented this offense.

This park is probably one of the grossest park I've ever been to has dog species all over the…read morebasketball courts the grass even where the children play by the swings. I think it's just really unsanitary for people to bring their children here have to walk around.

I loved this park and I'll definitely be coming again with my daughter Very fun & nice park!read more

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

Plenty hiking opportunities, refreshing air, and a nice scenic drive in. Be sure to have a full…read moretank, as there is no gas services. There is a cafe/ convenience store across from the campground where you can also purchase your day use park pass for $5. I experienced a foggy day, which gave a cooling effect to my hiking. Restrooms are vault toilets, so unpleasant smells and a mess are a given. The lake has lots of swampy algae, therefore not appropriate for swimming or water sports. However, they do allow fishing with permit. I am a nature enthusiast and it was saddening to see the lack of humans respect for nature, with graffiti and trash in some areas of the park. Crystal lake definitely could use more funding to preserve its natural beauty. The loveliest part is listening to woodpeckers as they work, watching an eagle fly above with a fish in its talons, and treading quietly not to startle the squirrel who is crossing my path. I suggest picking up a map with hiking trails from the rangers post or convenience store, before planning your day!

We found the Laguna de San Gabriel beyond the ballfield at Vincent Lugo Park, just by the covered…read morepicnic tables. Colorful and cool looking.

We've been to this park a few times, it's hit or miss with the crowd. One major concern is that the…read morestructures are all made of cement so prepare for some injuries. It's also all sand so that might lessen the falls. There's a smaller park for younger kids closer to the parking lot.