Whenever I drive to La Jolla, I always stop at Bristow Park to walk my dog. It's such a fun place…read morebecause it's very family friendly. It has clean bathrooms. It has a really nice walking trail some cool murals and I think there's a library there. It's such a great place.

My wife and I came to this park because her aunt was celebrating her birthday party here. We found…read moreparking easily inside the park but we saw there was plenty of street parking as well. This park is basically across from the 5 freeway so you'll hear the car noises. The basketball court was closed because they are going to do some construction. The water area was also closed so it was just closed off. They have 2 fields where you can play baseball and they have 2 spots for handball. The kids play area is a decent size and they have nice lighting when it get dark. This park also has a CCTV camera pointed toward the kids play area if there are any issues and someone need to look at the recording. I believe the park closes at 10pm so I think that's when the lights are turned off and the entrance is closed. They also have a public bathroom here as well. It's a decent place to hold a party because there are some tables but you're able to bring your own as well.

Want to watch your kids play baseball? Want to walk around…read moreand get steps in? Any Pokémon Go players want a bunch of Pokestops or gyms? Want fresh air? Available restrooms? This is one good spot for all ages!

As I was searching up info on Crystal Caves for a similarly named national park, I happened upon…read morethis one. The day I paid a visit it had just rained a bit in the afternoon then cleared out for the rest of the evening. Up above this hillcrest on any given day I suspect would be ideal for watching the sunset or perhaps flying a kite. There was a consistent light breeze which felt refreshing, free from the congested traffic down below. Among the offerings include a baseball field, a modern jungle gym, basketball courts, and tennis courts. Specifically, tennis takes priority over pickleball. Further up the hill there's a small Japanese garden with a gazebo which while a bit worn out has a lot of charm. Street parking was plentiful and it never got really crowded. One thing I noticed was that my mobile network became somewhat spotty, but 'tis a minor inconvenience. If I'm free, I'd love to visit more often.

Heritage Park holds such a sentimental value in our hearts. It's where we find refuge when we have…read morea stressful day or when we just want to catch some shade during our morning walks. It is also the place I took my senior dog Max on walks when his health declined and no longer was able to join me on our hikes. It is also the place my son thought for a quick photoshoot when we picked up his high school letterman jacket. So many more memories to consider but these are the ones that I will always hold dear to my heart. Thank you Santa Fe Springs for maintaining this beautiful, majestic landmark.

Beautiful park that is hidden in the middle of an industrial area. Shaded paths for walking. The…read moregrounds were well cared for. There were lots of squirrels running around, and an aviary with birds! There is a snack bar and a train area. Both should have been open according to the signs, but they were closed.

Park Parking available The park is very clean and friendly…read moreto animals. A lot of jungle Jim's for kids to play in.

A nice small narrow park that is well maintained. The only drawback is that there's only a few…read moresitting areas to sit down and relax. The sign at the entrance of the park that shows the different plants and flowers is very helpful and interesting.

We love this park. Bring your pup on a leash and walk the park. Ponds, playground, flowers and…read morewildlife make this park fun and gorgeous. Watch for the ducks, geese, turtles and fish just be sure if you hang out with the birds you have shoes that wash off easily. Bunnies are often seen in the shrubs, darling and so fun to spot. They recently gutted this entire park so everything is new. Bring lunch and use one of the picnic tables or find a tree to sit under. This is a great park with a bathroom near the playground, swing in and check it out. The gorgeous flora alone is worth the visit.

This park is a great spot to relax in a relatively secluded area. There is a fee for parking which…read moreyou can pay at the machine inside. There is a route that I used to walk around the park. I saw a playground, a pond, a bridge, several trees, and people enjoying themselves. There are areas where people can set up for activity and eating, at least one appeared to be reserved. This park is near the 5 and 605 freeways. It was not too crowded on the Sunday mornings that I visited earlier this year.

Cascades Park is a great place to hangout at, but lately it's been on a hydration strike (no…read morewaterfall). Still, you show up, because the vibes are solid!! It's got that whole sloped setup, so you can climb up, pretend you're earning your post-snack calories, and then chill at the top like you've conquered something. The view's nice, especially if you're holding a boba or street tacos like a true Monterey Park foodie!! At night though? That's when it redeems itself. The lights come on, everything glows, and suddenly it's giving romantic picnic energ even if the waterfall is still ghosting you.

I wish I lived near this quaint little park! My friend and I…read moreactually drove here with some egg tarts to have a snack but it's not exactly a destination spot. More of, we live in the neighborhood and are so lucky to have this park, type of spot. No playground or even a lot of grass to frolic on. There is parking though if you do want to venture for a little scenic outdoor dining like I did. That being said, it's gorgeous! I could see this being a great spot to take photos or just enjoy a book on one of the benches. There are also some stairs so you could get some steps in if you took a few loops around. The beautifully man-made waterfall is lovely! Peaceful, serene and a lovely asset to Monterrey Park!

Visitation Rights: I've been to this park many times. It has been my home court when I play…read morepickleball after work. Location/Parking: Located on McPherrin Ave. between Harding and W. Newmark. Parking can be found along McPherrin or other surrounding streets if you can't find parking. Entertainment: The city usually hosts a decent amount of festivities for the community at this park. Current Events: From May 7 - 10, they're celebrating cinco de mayo (5/7/2026 :5pm to 10pm and Monterey Parks birthday (5/7/2026 to 5/10/2026). Barnes Park Offerings: 1) Pickleball Courts (6) /Tennis (1): 2 month's ago they repaved and installed permanent pickleball nets. There's only one tennis court now... haha Pickleball is taking over! Pickleball courts are closed starting 5/4/2026 to 5/12/2026. Will reopen on 5/13/2026. 2) Baseball/Softball Field 3) Community Center 4) Gymnasium: Indoor basketball and pickleball courts (7pm - 10pm) 5) Restrooms: They're available. Not really clean though. 6) Teqball table: Don't see people use this table to play. I guess I'll watch this on youtube for now. Hopefully, one day.... I'll be able to see this sport in real life. Barnes For Thought: Overall, it's a nice park. Pretty cool that they had enough funding to install permanent pickleball courts. Perhaps the next thing they can fix up is the restrooms.

A nice city park nestled in a cozy Monterey Park neighborhood. Although I don't usually make it a…read morepoint to visit regularly, I do visit at least annually when I volunteer at the Cherry Blossom Festival. It has always been a well-maintained park with plenty of offerings, although the pool is currently closed. Plenty of parking in their lot (on the south side) or surrounding streets although parking can get tough when there are major events.

Nice enough fenced park in a quiet neighborhood setting - freeway close if you need a quick stop on…read morethe road. The parking lot had lots of spaces and was pretty uncrowded on a Sunday afternoon in July. The table and benches were clean and someone was setting up for an event at the community center. There was also a nice sized kids play area.

Love this park! I always bring my kids here because it's quiet & safe. Every time we come here, it…read moreis usually very peaceful. It is a small park, which I like because we don't have to worry about the kids wondering around too far. The playground is also sheltered with shade for when it's hot. There are sufficient benches & tables for sitting & eating near the playground. There is a field to play baseball & a basketball court as well. Definitely recommend coming here!