The best parks & outdoor spots in Ventura

5 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Seoul International Park

Parks & Outdoors

Compact recreation area featuring a playground, jogging track, baseball diamond & indoor gym.

Parking, lot 3250 San Marino St (Los Angeles)

“Compact recreation area featuring a playground, jogging track, baseball diamond & indoor gym.”

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Lake Hollywood Park

Parks & Outdoors

Scenic, dog-friendly spot with a large grass field, a kids' play area & views of the Hollywood sign.

3160 Canyon Lake Dr (Los Angeles)

“Scenic, dog-friendly spot with a large grass field, a kids' play area & views of the Hollywood sign.”

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Runyon Canyon Park

Parks & Outdoors

Landmark hiking trails known for sweeping city views & people watching, plus an off-leash dog park.

2000 N Fuller Ave (Los Angeles)

“Landmark hiking trails known for sweeping city views & people watching, plus an off-leash dog park.”

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Wattles Garden Park

Parks & Outdoors

This historically significant site features a mansion, community gardens, trails & a stream.

1850 N Curson Ave (Los Angeles)

“This historically significant site features a mansion, community gardens, trails & a stream.”

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'olołkoy Beach Park

Parks & Outdoors

When you need sand therapy without the trek, 'olołkoy Beach Park brings rolling lawns, a pirate ship playground, volleyball courts, and a…

1601 Harbor Blvd (Oxnard)

“When you need sand therapy without the trek, 'olołkoy Beach Park brings rolling lawns, a pirate ship playground, volleyball courts, and a wide, clean beach with Channel Islands views. Named USA Today’s 10Best West Coast champ three years running, it’s prime for picnics, kite time, and after-work sunsets this week.”

From the Ventura newsletter, August 7, 2026

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