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6 Top Parks to Play and Picnic in Buena Park

Rick Gomez Park
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When a day at the park is on the agenda, Buena Park in Southern California really delivers. Explore a baseball-themed park, parks with miles of hiking trails, a fossil museum—including a 9 million-year-old baleen whale skeleton—and a skate park. Dog parents aren’t left out of the fun either! Here are our top picks for a park day. For those who want to picnic under the sun at one of Buena Park’s scenic spots, check out our blog on the best local grub .

Rick Gomez Park: This gem of a park opened in early 2022 and families have been enjoying the space ever since. Named for hometown hero Rick Gomez who served as Park and Recreation Commissioner for 26 years, the park features an oversized baseball-themed play area with giant gloves, baseballs, and bats to climb over, as well as a traditional play structure. (7501 8th Street)

Ralph B. Clark Regional Park
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Ralph B. Clark Regional Park: This 104-acre property offers loads of different recreation opportunities like fishing in the stocked lake, hiking and biking along the trails, and picnicking under the many trees. Little paleontologists will love visiting the Interpretive Center where they can explore the many fossil specimens and learn what Orange County was like in the past. There’s even more to do, with multiple playgrounds, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, and softball fields available. (8800 Rosecrans Ave)

George Bellis Park: Dog parents love this spot to bring their four-legged family members to run around under the California sun. There's a designated area for large dogs and one for small dogs as well. Five lighted ball fields, lighted basketball courts, and a children's play area are also available. Bring your friends and set up in one of the picnic areas and enjoy a friendly game of horseshoes. When it's time for some exercise, there's outdoor exercise equipment here. (7171 8th St)

William Peak Park
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William Peak Park: Skateboarders know this is the go-to spot in Buena Park for free fun. Open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk, the skate park requires helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads for safety. The park also hosts the Silverado Days Festival each fall. Spread across 15 acres of family fun, it features three ball fields, lighted basketball courts, horseshoe pits, a children’s play area, picnic areas with BBQs, and a community building. (7225 El Dorado Dr.)

Larwin Park: Everything you want for a fun day outdoors is available at this park, named after the home builder who generously donated the land. Families love the shaded children’s play area with a large sandbox, keeping kids coming back again and again. Bring your lunch and set up at one of the picnic areas or covered picnic benches, and let the kids run around in the large grassy area. The park is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along. Other amenities include a running track, basketball courts, walking trails, children’s play area, and picnic areas with BBQs. (6150 Ball Rd)

Henry Boisseranc Park
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Henry Boisseranc Park: Henry Boisseranc Park is a hub of activity for families and sports enthusiasts alike. The park features three ball fields, four tennis courts, four handball courts, basketball courts, a children’s play area, a community building, picnic areas with BBQs, and a swimming pool. It’s also home to popular city programs and events, including the Spring Eggstravaganza, Summer Concerts, and Movies in the Park, making it a favorite destination for fun and recreation year-round. (7520 Dale Street)
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