We came to see Electric Vinyl. They play songs made famous by other rock and roll bands , and they…read moredo all the songs. They even did Hotel California really well. There was a snack bar with homemade fruit pie slices for $3.00. Also served hot dogs, burgers, and chips. Always wear ear plugs to prevent permanent hearing loss .

There are some traditions that make summer feel complete, and the Furman Park Summer Concerts are…read moredefinitely one of them. My entire month of July was spent here with my community, and I loved every single minute of it.The concerts start at 7:00 p.m., but I was always the first one there since I live the closest. I'd show up with my folding chairs, claim a big spot, spread out blankets, and save plenty of room for everyone. Then I'd wait for my friends to arrive. You know the evening is officially about to begin when they play Downey's official city song! I had no idea Downey even had a song, but it's absolutely adorable and always puts everyone in a great mood.Our final concert was extra special--we had a grand total of 22 people at our little gathering! Every week turned into a giant community potluck with everyone bringing something delicious to share. One weekend my friends even surprised me with a birthday party, complete with a decorated table and cake. It made me feel so loved, and it's a memory I'll treasure forever.There's something so peaceful about sitting on a blanket, listening to live music, chatting with friends, and watching the sun slowly set over the park. It's a reminder that some of the best nights don't have to be expensive--they just need good people and good music.The concession stand offered the basics--hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, pie, and drinks. I do wish there were a few more food options, but maybe that's something they can expand on next year. Before the concerts, there were booths from local businesses like Lazy Dog, the Downey Theatre, dental offices, and other community organizations offering fun giveaways, games, and raffle prizes. We never won the raffle tree, but we sure had fun trying every week!One of my favorite parts was running into so many familiar faces. It truly felt like the entire community came together to enjoy summer evenings at the park.The only downside? July is over way too fast! I wish the concert series lasted longer because one month just isn't enough.Thank you to everyone who makes these concerts happen each year. Until next summer...

The staff at this place are rude and not very friendly. You get the impression that they want to be…read morerespected because they look young but they lack the skills to be polite. To the skinny Hispanic girl that was closing up the place when I was there, ACT YOUR PAY RATE! Definitely won't be going back there.

Little Bear is getting a face lift. So excited to see the new renovations. My daughter loves it…read morehere especially the classes they provide

Cute cozy park, it has a splash pad which is great for summer time. Only downfall is that there is…read moreno parking other than the street parking.

I attended a baby shower here so this is a review on the inside hall. The space itself was…read moreplentiful and ideal with bathrooms located right outside of the main area. I felt safe even though the surrounding area seemed slightly questionable, with nearby industrial businesses around. There's plenty of parking with parking available in the neighborhood if you could find it.

Great Park for Family Fun and Outdoor Activities! This huge…read morepark offers plenty of space for all kinds of fun family activities. There are two well-maintained playgrounds where kids can enjoy themselves, a large basketball court for some friendly games, and an outdoor fitness center for those looking to get a workout in. The park also has numerous picnic and grill areas--perfect for family gatherings or weekend barbecues. For those who enjoy walking or biking, there are scenic trails that run alongside the LA River. Highly recommend visiting during the spring and summer when the weather is perfect for enjoying everything this park has to offer!

My rating is 3 stars. This unique park is located in the small city of Maywood. This park has a…read moretrapezoid shape which features several things to do: a concrete handball courts, a large open space for soccer or football throwing. gated playgrounds to keep the kids from wandering off. It also has many covered picnic tables. Walk to the bridge and you'll see a bench with a fountain and other tables to sit at. Then you are greeted by an old Los Angeles River sign this leads you to the Los Angeles River. (still apart of the Maywood Riverfront Park) take the trail to the left to walk upstream along bikeway and walk about 2 miles to the old historic Atlantic Bridge which was built in 1931. This part of the Los Angeles River has tons of birds!!!! Part of the trail has a high chain link fence to keep you from falling into the river. The closer you get to the bridge, the area is open. It is very DANGEROUS for kids and pets. BE SAFE. When the months get warmer, the sunsets are like the indian summers beautiful pink and purple sunsets that casts glows in the Los Angeles River. Spectacular images. ****This area is not safe at night. Best times to view are early afternoon and at dusk. See photos for maps.

Sweet oasis in the heart of LA near highland park. Great trail walks and a beautiful white lake at…read moretop of the cliff.

It's an uphill trek to get to the lake and places to sit and rest when you're there. Very serene…read moreand peaceful and not too crowded. You'll see a lot of turtles. I've heard there's catfish but I didn't see any. It's tough to find parking on weekends. Spotted a few birthdays and celebrations going on at same time.

From my understanding pool is open all year-round which makes it convenient for those who want to…read moreswim and it is indoor this is like a community sports complex. They offer plenty of amenities at a cost, of course! We like to travel to different cities for recreational swim this particular location. It's OK it's very clean. They are very strict. Children are not allowed to wear any type of life, jacket or vest. The prices for recreational swim on some of the highest as well compared to other community pools no complaints. My kids always have fun.

What a gem of a park. Parking available. Large playground. Clean and looks new or remodeled. My…read morekid had so much fun with so many variety of things to climb and swing here.

DESOLATE & DISAPPOINTING…read more What used to be a vibrant and welcoming playground for children has sadly turned desolate. Instead of kids running around and families enjoying the space, the park now feels overshadowed by constant police presence. Officers seem more eager to hand out tickets for minor leash violations than to foster a family-friendly atmosphere. A simple reminder or warning would go a long way, but instead, the approach feels punitive. It says a lot when local park-goers whisper warnings to newcomers to leash their dogs immediately, not because of safety concerns, but out of fear of getting fined. This change is disappointing and unnecessary -- it feels like the heart of the park has been taken away.

Though the park is still pending renovations, you can sneak in a run past the friendly neighborhood…read morefire station. Catch the Farmers Market on Wednesdays.

Half of the park didn't look too bad, but the other half was so putrid that I can't believe I drove…read moreout of my way just to visit a duck pond full of murky waters and nearly deceased turtles. I don't visit the South Gate area often, so my visits to the City of Bell Gardens will be rare. The only reason I wanted to visit this park was because from an overhead perspective on Google Maps Satellite View, it looked like a nice, serene place to stretch your legs and relax for a little while. With a duck pond in the middle of the park and plenty of walkways around the park, I was starting to feel this could be Bell Garden's equivalent of Wilderness Park in Downey minus the parking fee for visitors who reside in a different city. Unfortunately, I do not plan to return to this park next time I'm in Bell Gardens. The park is located adjacent to the Bell Gardens Sports Center, and I almost thought the two were connected to one another, but it would be a really long walk from one end to the other. There appeared to be a gate in the back corner of the park that led to the back corner of the sports complex, but the "No Trespassing" sign deterred me from walking in that direction. I parked on the east end of the park where there is a playground and a couple of basketball courts by the adult school. The playground and the basketball courts seemed to be in fine condition, but nobody was playing there when I went. Towards the west, you'll see a myriad of picnic tables scattered about, so it does feel pretty open in that area. However, the grass is definitely greener in other parks, and I should have taken that as a sign of things to come when I was walking towards the duck pond. As I'm walking about the duck pond, I was literally grossed out by a ton of filth both on the walkways as well as at the pond's edges. No joke, there were so much filth on the corners that it almost looked like you could walk across them, but of course, I would never put my foot in the water just to try. If I did, I'd almost certainly need a new shoe! In one of those corners, I saw three turtles that appeared they were trying to slowly but surely fight their way towards the surface of the pond so as to not drown. I almost thought they were dead, but I did witness some slight movement in them, a glimmer of hope that they could have been saved if animal control were in the area. But with how filthy and murky these waters were, I didn't want to put my hands in there, and I didn't know what to do to save them. As much as I wanted to, I had to leave them be :( The ducks swimming in the cleaner parts of the pond or standing on the fringe were in much better spirits, though the ones on land barely exhibited any movement whatsoever, perhaps symbolic of how inactive this park is even in good weather. There was construction nearby, which necessitated a great deal of fences around the park. Some of the fences blocked the walkway around the pond, so I had to walk in the grass/dirt between the pond and the fence while circumnavigating the pond. I don't know what that construction was about, but I hope something good will come of it. During my visit, it was a bothersome nuisance in my trying to immerse myself in relaxing scenery. The restrooms weren't in good condition either. The sink I used was barely working, and I didn't want to even bother with the hand dryer. Lastly, a lot of the parkgoers acted kind of weird that I can understand why the playground and basketball courts were empty on an otherwise beautiful day. I didn't really feel safe in the park, and I was starting to worry that one of those weirdos would heckle me. Luckily, nobody did. Overall, I regret stopping by this park. It does not appear to be maintained well, and I can't be certain this area is safe if I didn't see that many people there. If I do make a return visit to this area, I would rather stop by the adjacent sports complex next door even though I don't play sports, but I at least could watch some soccer players practicing on the fields there.

My dad's shop used to be around the block from here. We just drove by to see what it look like now…read more, and just ended up here. My dad always comes in like the wind. Now he's off to his next adventure. This time the Philippines . I love going to the park with my Dad ! Everything looks nice and clean.#Daddy'sGirl

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.