★ Local Favorite Griffith Park
Griffith Park Upcoming events ParkHikingKid-Friendly
Vast urban park with trails, views, and family attractions.
Parks in the San Fernando Valley
Find parks across the San Fernando Valley. 39 listings in Granada Hills, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, Glendale and more. Local picks include Griffith Park, Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area, and Orcutt Ranch.
Local Favorites
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★ Local Favorite 
★ Local Favorite Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Lake Balboa ParkBike PathKid-Friendly
Free, year‑round lake park with walking loop, boats, and playground.
★ Local Favorite Orcutt Ranch
West Hills ParkGardensHistoric Site
Historic ranch with gardens, adobe house, and event spaces.
Kid-Friendly Parks
See all 30 → ★ Local Favorite Griffith Park
Griffith Park Upcoming events ParkHikingKid-Friendly
Vast urban park with trails, views, and family attractions.
★ Local Favorite Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Lake Balboa ParkBike PathKid-Friendly
Free, year‑round lake park with walking loop, boats, and playground.
★ Local Favorite Orcutt Ranch
West Hills ParkGardensHistoric Site
Historic ranch with gardens, adobe house, and event spaces.
Dog-Friendly Parks
See all 16 → ★ Local Favorite Griffith Park
Griffith Park Upcoming events ParkHikingKid-Friendly
Vast urban park with trails, views, and family attractions.
★ Local Favorite Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Lake Balboa ParkBike PathKid-Friendly
Free, year‑round lake park with walking loop, boats, and playground.
Aliso Canyon Park
Granada Hills ParkHikingBike Path
Undeveloped LA city park offering multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian use
Parks with Playground
See all 16 → ★ Local Favorite Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Lake Balboa ParkBike PathKid-Friendly
Free, year‑round lake park with walking loop, boats, and playground.
Beeman Park
North Hollywood ParkPlaygroundKid-Friendly
Low-key, family-friendly park with playground and open green space.
Parks with Free Parking
See all 12 → ★ Local Favorite Orcutt Ranch
West Hills ParkGardensHistoric Site
Historic ranch with gardens, adobe house, and event spaces.
★ Local Favorite Aliso Canyon Park
Granada Hills ParkHikingBike Path
Undeveloped LA city park offering multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian use
Parks by Neighborhood
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39 places
★ Local Favorite Griffith Park
Griffith Park Upcoming events ParkHikingKid-Friendly
Vast urban park with trails, views, and family attractions.
★ Local Favorite Lake Balboa / Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
Lake Balboa ParkBike PathKid-Friendly
Free, year‑round lake park with walking loop, boats, and playground.
★ Local Favorite Orcutt Ranch
West Hills ParkGardensHistoric Site
Historic ranch with gardens, adobe house, and event spaces.
★ Local Favorite Aliso Canyon Park
Granada Hills ParkHikingBike Path
Undeveloped LA city park offering multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian use
Andres Pico Adobe
Mission Hills Historic SiteMuseumPark
LA's second-oldest adobe home, housing the Valley's premier historical museum since 1834.
Beeman Park
North Hollywood ParkPlaygroundKid-Friendly
Low-key, family-friendly park with playground and open green space.
Descanso Gardens
La Cañada Flintridge GardensKid-FriendlyBotanical Garden
Beautiful garden with roses, Japanese garden, train rides.
Fernangeles Recreation Center
Sun Valley Community CenterCommunity Events
City-run recreation center in Sun Valley with sports, youth programs, and fitness classes.
Granada Hills Recreation Center
Granada HillsParks Community Centers Fitness
SwimmingCommunity CenterCommunity Events
City rec center with a public pool, sports courts, and programs for all ages in Granada Hills.
Hansen Dam Recreation Area
Lake View Terrace Community Events
Sprawling public park in Lake View Terrace with a lake, trails, sports fields, and picnic areas.
Jaime Beth Slavin Park
North Hollywood ParkPlaygroundKid-Friendly
Inclusive circus‑themed playground for kids of all abilities.
Lanark Recreation Center
Canoga ParkParks Community Centers Fitness
Community CenterFitnessKids Programs
Canoga Park rec center with sports, camps, and a World Cup watch party.
Laurel Grove Park
Studio City ParkKid-FriendlyPlayground
Calm, shaded park perfect for babies and toddlers.
Lazy J Ranch Park
Canoga Park ParkPlaygroundFamily-friendly
Free public park in Canoga Park with a playground, trails, and community events.
Limekiln Canyon Park
Northridge HikingNatureDog-Friendly
3.7-mile canyon trail and park in Porter Ranch/Northridge with picnic areas and wildlife.
Los Angeles Zoo
Griffith Park ZooKid-FriendlyGardens
Family-friendly zoo with diverse animals and interactive kids' exhibits.
Mason Park
Chatsworth ParkKid-FriendlyCommunity Events
Community park for fun events and gatherings.
Northridge Recreation Center
NorthridgeParks Community Centers Fitness
Community CenterFitnessSwimming
City rec center with pool, tennis, and gym, hosting World Cup watch parties.
O'Melveny Park
Granada Hills ParkHikingDog-Friendly
Free, scenic park with varied trails for families and hikers.
Panorama Recreation Center
Panorama CityCommunity Centers Parks Fitness
Community CenterFitnessKids Programs
City-operated rec center with sports, fitness classes, and outdoor amenities in Panorama City
Placerita Canyon Nature Center
Santa Clarita Upcoming events ParkHikingNature
Free LA County nature center and museum in Newhall marking the site of California's 1842 gold discovery.
Reseda Backyard Farm
Reseda Urban FarmGardeningGardens
Community urban farm in Reseda growing food, workshops, and ecological connection.
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
Lake Balboa ParkKid-FriendlyHiking
Quiet nature reserve with trails and birdwatching for kids.
Serrania Park
Woodland Hills ParkPlaygroundKid-Friendly
Fire‑truck playground park, shaded picnics, open lawns for toddlers.
Sylmar Recreation Center
Sylmar Community CenterCommunity EventsKid-Friendly
City-run recreation center with sports, fitness classes, and community programs for all ages.
Warner Center Park
Woodland Hills ParkCommunity EventsPlayground
Community park offering tai chi, gatherings, and wellness events.
Whitsett Fields Park
North Hollywood ParkOutdoor SeatingFamily-friendly
City soccer complex in North Hollywood with seven synthetic turf fields and free youth programming.
William S. Hart Park
Santa Clarita ParkHikingKid-Friendly
Family-friendly park with historic mansion, petting zoo, and trails.
Woodley Park
Lake Balboa ParkPlaygroundDog-Friendly
Vibrant park offering outdoor fitness and community gatherings.
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