Such a fun park for kids! We brought our 15 month old and my friends brought their 2 year old. The…read morepark has an area for younger kids (2 years and up) and an area for older kids. My daughter was too young for either area, but she really enjoyed watching the dogs on the open field running around. I was only in town visiting, but would definitely recommend this park for any parents wanting to get outside and let their kids get their energy out!

Memorial Park is the best! The playground there is divided into two: one for smaller kiddos and one…read morefor the bigger kids with swings in both! The older kid structure has so many slides and is made like a fortress with a dinosaur in addition, there are picnic areas with tables and bbqs and lots of grass. There are bathrooms and baseball fields and a skate park and tennis courts too. It's huge with ample parking.

We have lived in Novato for 41 years and have enjoyed Miwok park for all of them…read more Our daughter's birthday parties and barbecues. The Tot Lot toddler park on the San Miguel side. BBQ's, picnic tables, real bathrooms. Grassy areas, play structures, the creek! Bocce pits! It always smells like a forest. Plenty of parking. Ample trash cans and room to run!

This park is beautiful and unique! It has a playground that's great for 5-12 year olds, swings, and…read morea sandbox for all ages. There's an American Indian museum that you can walk through, and such friendly staff! Clean bathrooms, and lots of tables and seating to bring your own lunch, snacks and enjoy. There's a stream/creek that is surrounded by trees and so peaceful to sit and watch. Lots of trails to walk, some folks bike riding, parking lot and just an overall forest vibe.

This park is so fun! I like that you can control the water yourself - I was concerned it would only…read morefunction during certain hours. The playground above is better suited for older kids (3+) but it is a beautiful space to hang. Nice lush grass, too!

Playground is nice enough, but small and probably best suited for elementary school age kids not…read moretoddlers.

In the quaint little town of San Anselmo, CA (which happens to be tucked in between San Rafael and…read moreFairfax) lies "Imagination Park". For those that choose to visit, this is a very tiny park with only a couple of benches for sitting. Do not expect to see a playground nor is there even a water fountain or public restroom. And keep the dogs at home as this is not a pet-friendly park. The space itself is equivalent to that of a backyard of a standard house. Located right off of San Anselmo Ave. and tucked right in between Magnolia Ave. and City Hall Ave. in downtown San Anselmo, this park eventually came to life back in June 2013. This idea was spearheaded by film director George Lucas who directed mega blockbuster films such as the entire Star Wars Saga, the Indiana Jones franchise as well as American Graffiti. It is very easy to find as the location itself is just steps away from the San Anselmo Public Library as well as the Town Hall. I came here on a warmer than normal summer day on 7/15/2023 at around 4:10pm. After parking my SUV just a block away, I was awed with the beautiful collection of pink/lavender flowers with the plaque that reads Imagination Park directly above it. But the real treat here is the life-size statues of one of Star Wars most recognizable and beloved characters, "Yoda", And directly on the other side is a statue of Harrison Ford who played "Indiana Jones" in all 5 of the movies spanning from 1981-2023. While you're here, its nice just to let your imagination run wild (hence the name "Imagination" Park) and just appreciate how influential George Lucas is in all of his movies. He actually used to have a residence in San Anselmo before relocating to the more private and open Lucas Valley. So for all you movie fanatics young and old, do yourself a favor and check this place out if you're in the area. My rating, a unanimous five stars.

Once again, I've warned you my fellow Yelpers and random visitors perusing the Yelp app, don't set…read moreyour expectations too high when it comes to the size of the park. It's situated next to the San Anselmo Library, extremely small and not what you imagined (no pun intended). There are two statues here - Yoda and Indiana Jones, don't expect anything else. Be respectful when visiting this park. It's a lovely hangout spot like one of the Yelpers mentioned, go get some coffee and sit here and reminisce, or do whatever you want to kill time. It's definitely not a park with monkey bars and swings for the kids, so carry on. No hiking and no trails. Stop by if you're in the neighborhood and chillax. 'Til next time ~ cheers and see you on Yelp soon! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/imagination-park-san-anselmo?select=c6MF24JXpCU3GQUUhgfMDQ

I've had several birthday celebrations at this park, and I can say that the kids truly had a…read morewonderful time. It's such a great spot for picnics and other special gatherings. I love seeing everyone enjoy themselves in such a lovely setting!

Fun park! Great for both kids and dogs…read more Play area not very updated and a little dirty but my busy guy didn't care. Cool bbq area and little walking/biking path. A little neighborhood gem- will be back next time we are in town! Note: Questionable people using the bathrooms so I stayed clear of that area but otherwise seemed very safe.

Nice park with beautiful playground, swings, slides, rock climbing wall, and bike/scooter/scare…read moreboard sidewalks around it. It has nice vineyard views and great obstacle course for kids.

Really great playground! Tons of open space, walking paths, shade, and great play equipment! A…read moregreat neighborhood park!

One of my favorite parks as a kid, and now one of my favorite parks to bring my own kids to…read more Péri Park in Fairfax has a calm, tucked-away neighborhood feel with giant redwood trees, lots of shade, and a softer energy than bigger playgrounds in Marin. Quick guide below. One thing I really love is that it has separate little kid and big kid play areas. Sometimes parks with toddler sections accidentally make the older-kid area feel boring... but not here. The bigger playground is still genuinely fun and adventurous for older kids too. The toddler playground is designed for ages 1-5, while the larger play structure is designed for kids ages 5-12, which makes this a really good option for siblings with different age ranges. There's also a shallow creek behind the park that families bring their kids to explore. It's only a couple inches deep in some areas, so children can safely splash around and play in the water while parents supervise nearby. That little creek honestly feels like part of the magic of this place. The park also has swings, climbing structures, slides, picnic tables, and enough space for kids to explore without the entire area feeling chaotic or overstimulating. ------ QUICK GUIDE Good for: * Toddlers (ages 1-5) * Bigger kids (ages 5-12) * Siblings with different ages * Slower nature-style park days * Families looking for shade What matters: * Playground: yes -- separate little kid + big kid areas * Shade: YES. Giant redwoods throughout the park * Seating: benches + picnic tables * Bathrooms: available onsite * Creek access: yes -- shallow creek nearby for supervised water play * Parking: neighborhood street parking * Terrain: wood chips/dirt-style playground surface * Dog-friendly: not inside playground area ------ Pro tip: Bring extra clothes if your kids want to play in the creek afterward.

I stumbled across this quaint little park on a trip to Fairfax. I'm glad I did, because it made…read morefor a welcome break after a long drive. There's a well maintained baseball field and batting cage on one side of the creek. On the other, there are tennis courts, a playground, and a nice shady area to unwind. There was a cool breeze blowing, and birds chirping in the trees. I think it's one of the most peaceful, relaxing parks I've visited in a while. I hope you like it too!

Late post. My…read moredaughter-in-law drove us by to this 7 acre park in the City of Novato. Good area for soccer games due to the even grassy land. It is kid friendly with a Playground set with slide and swing . It is popular for picnic and has a covered picnic area.

This park is adjacent to the Levee Trail, which is also known as the San Francisco Bay Trail. I…read moredidn't see any drinking faucets, but perhaps there are some there. There are also two outhouses. They were clean, but did not have any hand sanitizer in the Spencer's. It looks like it's a lot of fun for young children. They have some really cute little things to play on, such as a little helicopter. The day that I visited, there were a ton of toddlers having a great time here. There's also a ball field right next door. On the sign, it's actually not called the South Hamilton Park, and I was confused if this was the same place. The other name for the park is "Palmisano park." But then when I looked at the sign regarding making reservations, they do indeed call it the South Hamilton Park.