As a nanny, Camino Real Park is one of my absolute favorite parks in Ventura. I've taken multiple…read morekids here over the years, and it's such a great setup for families. What really sets this park apart is that it has three different playground areas, so kids of different ages always have something to do and don't get bored easily. The park is spacious, well maintained, and feels safe, which is huge when you're responsible for little ones. There's also a dog park and tennis courts, so it works for everyone--families, dog owners, and people just looking to be active. I love that it's easy to spend a long afternoon here without feeling cramped. Plenty of space to run around, sit, relax, and let kids burn off energy. It's one of those parks that's clearly designed with the community in mind. If you're a parent, nanny, or caregiver in Ventura, Camino Real Park is definitely a go-to spot.

Super huge park, with two play areas and baseball and softball fields…read more however, This park is slowly going downhill. The road to get in and out needs to be repaved, very bumpy ride in and out. The parking lot is beginning to fill up with homeless people.

Cute park to take the Puppy! My son's dog loves to come into the big fenced in area and play around…read morewith new and old doggy friends! The owners usually get their steps in walking the track around the park or sitting on the provided benches. The park also provides bags to clean up after your pup! Springville does have human areas also but we didn't visit them!

I've been to Springville a few times now for the dog park and recently for Pickleball. I love this…read morearea of Camarillo as it's obviously very nice and safe. I like that there is some shade up by the park. The dog park isn't for me but I appreciate the layout of it with both the small dog section and the big dog section. It's not so much the park, it's the dog owners which made me take a break from this spot. Like other reviews said some people just aren't mindful dog owners and why they take their dogs to the park is beyond me. My dog is shy and attached to my hip so he didn't love the dog park to begin with. When I'd come here to this specific dog park there were enough instances of aggressive little dogs attacking other dogs that I kind of just became over this place. If I felt my dog was safe here I'd try to bring him more but with the little aggressive dogs & his disinterest we haven't been back for a long time. Some of my friends have said good things about this dog park so I'm sure it just depends on the day and which set of doggies you come across. My more updated review is for the pickleball courts. Came today and I enjoyed these courts. They are nicely painted and clean. My only upgrade is I wish they had more squares. Only two pickleball courts so if it's a busy day you'll definitely need to wait. However today wasn't too bad and we got to play a lot. Met a lot of nice fellow players and overall it was a good day. I like that the parking spots are close to the courts. Easy. A nice place to play as long as it isn't busy, wish they had more courts but I just doesn't seem like they have the room. I'll definitely be back though.

As a nanny and a self-proclaimed hiking queen, Arroyo Verde Park has been one of my go-to outdoor…read morespots for about five years now. I've spent countless mornings and afternoons here hiking, clearing my head, and getting a great workout in while still enjoying nature. The trails are well maintained with multiple options, so you can keep it light or make it more challenging depending on your mood. The views are beautiful, especially in the early morning or at sunset, and it never feels overly crowded. It has a calm, local Ventura vibe that I really appreciate. I've also brought kids I nanny here for walks and fresh air (sticking to the easier areas), and it's such a great space to reset. One thing to note: when it's hot, be cautious of snakes on the trails--proper shoes and awareness are important. If you're looking for a reliable, scenic place to hike in Ventura that locals truly love, Arroyo Verde Park is a must.

First time visiting this park. It's like a mini valley where you have to large hillsides on each…read moreside. When you first drive it, it's a lot of grass and picnic tables. In the middle of the park is the toddler playground and then at the end of the park is the larger playground area for older children. There is lots of grass and a grass hillside. The highlight for me was the toddler playground. I work with children and often like to meet at parks to see their gross motor skills and work on them. This is one of the few parks left I have seen with sand. The park was very clean and even though there were many dogs off leash running around, pet owners were quite aware of where their dogs were and I didn't see any dog poop in the grass. You also can't beat that gorgeous ocean view. I came on a Friday late afternoon when they don't charge a park fee. Big plus!

I love to bring my dog here its always 1-3 or sometimes no dogs so mine can roam freely with no…read moreworries of fighting or bothering anyone elses dog Others who use this park are friendly and courteous my only gripe is those who let their dogs (dooo doo) and leave it for everyone else to step in or see it! Please pick up after your dogs!

This is specifically in reference to the dog park…read more There's a big dog side and a small dog side at this park. You can take your dog off leash and have them go explore, play with each other, socialize (sniff butts), and take in all the new aromas of the park! There's been doggy bags every time I've come, and there's also a place with picnic tables in the shade for you to sit down and watch your doggy or for them to rest in the shade if they need to. They have a short, doggy sized water fountain. You just have to use your foot to turn it on and your dog can drink from it. If your dog is like mine and doesn't like drinking straight from the water fountain, I would suggest bringing a collapsable water bowl for you doggy to drink from. There's obstacles on both the big and small doggy park sides for your dogs to practice on, although my dog is all about socializing (sniffing butts) and doesn't understand the obstacle course cause his training sucks (crud, that's a burn on the owner, which is me). I only urge people to please make sure your dogs are up-to-date on their shots before bringing them here and please don't bring your kids if they are afraid of dogs (one parent brought her daughter, who was afraid of dogs and didn't want one anyone near her). And please, please, please pick up after your dog. I know it's a stinky (get it? :-)) part of dog ownership, but it's still part of ownership. Otherwise, let your dog run free (in the enclosed space)!!!!

Does not have a designated dog park. It is a bit disheartening to see oil on the beach. It is a…read morebeautiful park to take pups on a leash, bathrooms available, and a large playground.

5 Star Rating Lookout Park in Summerland, near Santa…read moreBarbara, is an absolute gem! This clean, beautiful park, perfectly situated on a bluff above the Pacific Ocean, was the ideal spot for our family reunion this past June. We'll definitely be back! Value - 5 The value here is incredible. We reserved Area A for just $65 for the whole day for our family reunion! It came with a large, double-width bbq, two picnic tables and a long, high-top serving table. That's a steal, especially considering places in Oxnard (which aren't nearly as bougie or clean) were charging well over $200. Quality / Cleanliness - 5 This park is impeccably maintained. There are two large picnic areas (require reservation) and several smaller picnic areas with bbq (first come, first served), and the large, well-maintained play area for kids is fantastic, including a jungle gym and even musical instruments. The path down to the beach is somewhat steep but totally worth it. The beach itself is super clean, with sand at low tide and lots of cute nooks and crannies to explore. At high tide, it becomes a rocky beach as the water comes right up to the path landing. Plus, it's pet-friendly! Service - N/A As a public park, there isn't a traditional "service" component to review, but the booking process for the picnic area was smooth. Physical Location - 5 The location is simply stunning. Being on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean is breathtaking. The park is clean, the amenities are well-kept, and there's a cute little town/shopping area just past the Amtrak overpass that's easily walkable from the park. Everything about this location is perfect.

We just discovered this new dog park today. It's the only one we know of on the West side of…read moreVentura that is fully fenced. There are 2 sections that can be combined into one larger grassy area. It's open from 7 a.m. until dusk everyday. There's street parking nearby and people are friendly there.

I really like this park. The trees, the shading, the toys. I could just be here allday if I…read moredidn't get hungry. I love that is not super busy like nearby parks.

Beautiful park with sprawling grass and lots of picnic areas. The pickleball courts are awesome…read moreand the players are very friendly. There's a dog park, playground, horseshoe pits and plenty of restrooms. $2 per vehicle on weekdays, $5 on weekends/holidays.

Beautiful park! So clean! One of my favorites! Great for all size fur babies! Great location, Easy…read moreto find!!

Very nice dog park. We were visiting friends in the area and went with them. The fenced areas are…read morevery large. The park is in a great area. Horses nearby. Any pooch will love this place.

Trancas Canyon Park is a quiet, well‑maintained green space tucked away above Pacific Coast…read moreHighway. It balances scenic beauty with family‑friendly amenities. It's popular among locals for its peaceful atmosphere, views of the hills and ocean, and a place where kids, dogs, and adults can all relax. Perfect spot to have a picnic with no loud noises. Very calm peaceful park.

I can only speak to the last few years... and my pup has not had issues with the gravel but that…read moreearlier review is heartbreaking and I'm sorry they experienced it. I suspect they replaced the ground material in the park. I discovered this park before DogPPL but now that we can't get to DogPPL because of the road closures. we are back at free Trancas! I love it because it's huge. However, there is no delineation between large and small, it's one giant park. It's way out by Trancas and just a quick drive up into the canyon from the Vintage Grocer, another store I love! So you can pop in at the vintage grocer and grab some snacks for yourself or after you get finished with the dog park you can swing down there and stop at one of the restaurants. I know Kristy's is located in the center now as well as the brewery. The location of the dog park is impressively scenic as far as dog parks go. There are canyon and ocean views. The restrooms are generally pretty clean; they've never been filthy even though they are ranger maintained public facilities. There's a really cute little kids playground that has the squishy ground, which feels so nice to walk on and then of course the gigantic soccer field. There's plenty of free parking and it's never been crowded. I have had some negative dog encounters here because it is so quiet people will sometimes bring less than fully socialized dogs here. So you have to be cautious and monitor your dog if they're not in the park alone. But that's any dog park. And as a dog owner, we owe it to our pups to monitor them. There's no cell phone service here at least for me with AT&T, but I do love the ocean views. It's really a great dog park. The picnic table is in the shade always helps us beat the heat. And although my dog doesn't jump over the little rails or going to the red tunnel, he loves that there's chaparral on the hill that he can go pee and sniff, and he loves all the trees in the park and the positioned rocks within the park. They're fun little obstacles for him and I to play hide and seek

Good tennis courts, clean and nets are in good shape compared to other courts. I only wish dog…read moreowners could read the sign that dogs are prohibited from entering and that tennis courts are for tennis use only. No pickleball!

I love walking at this park. It's clean and most people are respectful of it. What do I mean by…read morethis !? Welp, they pick up after themselves and doggies. The park is kept mostly clean. The have many trash cans with lids to avoid the seagulls scavenging for scraps. A new playground is being put in and I heard they will be putting in a dog park as well. It's not a huge ark but it has a tennis court, bbqs, picnic tables and nice shaded areas. It's right next to a school. I often see parties here which is awesome! Lots of soccer practices are held here as well. Sometimes there is a strong smell of urine as the gates are closed at dusk for the bathroom. It's around RR area not all over the park. This is kinda gross but I have noticed this happens at many parks in our city and neighboring cities. I think this is a nice neighborhood park. Not huge but a safe place to walk away from cars. As an avid walker, I appreciate having this park nearby. Photos coming soon ... waitin for the new play ground to be put in. I know the residents are excited!