Top rated City parks in California to elevate your visit (Updated November, 2023)

Civita Park

City park

Popular city park with a splash pad, food trucks, several playgrounds & an amphitheater.

4.80 (2.1K reviews)

Ina Coolbrith Park

City park

This pint-sized, unassuming tract features a steep path & views of the city & bay.

4.80 (1.3K reviews)

Grandview Park

Park

Elevated park area offering hiking trails to the top of a hill with views of the city & the sea.

4.80 (898 reviews)

Deukmejian Wilderness Park

City park

Rugged park in San Gabriel mountain foothills, offering hiking trails & a historic stone barn.

4.80 (655 reviews)

Sunset Cliffs Coastal Trail (Linear Park)

City park

Hiking trail atop the Pacific Ocean bluffs offering sunset views & seasonal gray whale watching.

4.80 (625 reviews)

Yountville Park

City park

👍👍 Gorgeous and clean park to hang out while enjoying a quick drink and snack. Cleanest public restrooms I've ever seen.

4.80 (435 reviews)

Mount Rubidoux Trailhead

City park

👍👍 Beautiful hike…. The view is amazing!

4.80 (233 reviews)

Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove

City park

Urban park with walking paths, meadows & tennis courts, plus an amphitheater for concerts.

4.80 (182 reviews)

Urban Forest

City park

👍👍 Beautiful place for a picnic or walk in the park! Hidden behind the equestrian center, and Frisbee golfing, and to the right of the dog park, you can find this hidden gem! Plenty of chances to see some horses in the nearby trails, this little Forrest offers a great escape from the feeling of city li...

4.80 (148 reviews)

Old Mill Park

City park

👍👍 Old mill park had a nice playground surrounded by some beautiful redwoods. There is a main play structure as well as regular and toddler swings. We also really enjoyed walking on the paths among the trees. There is a parking lot and free street parking available too. They had an area with picnic ben...

4.80 (106 reviews)

Veterans Park

City park

👍👍 I think we are 1 of the 4 groups here who is also doing a picnic with their addendum fried chicken takeout, which this park is perfect for! 🤣

4.80 (72 reviews)

Timberhill Park

City park

👍👍 I recently visited Timberhill Park and would recommend to anyone looking for a scenic, dog-friendly walk. The park is situated on a hill and features a mostly paved path that is partially shaded, making it an easy and comfortable stroll even on sunny days. The best part of this park is the breathta...

4.80 (61 reviews)