Spyglass Park is a clean, fun and scenic park in Pismo Beach. There is a parking lot to park in…read more This park has bathrooms, which were clean when I was there. There is a large grassy area to play on. There are a few picnic tables to eat on. There is a fantastic overlook to see the ocean. There is a semi hidden path to get down to the ocean. The playground is great. Part of the playground is in the shape of a ship. There is plenty of equipment to climb on and a few slides to enjoy. There are toddler swings but there aren't any regular swings. Part of the playground has wood chips underneath, part has soft padding. The playground has a larger and smaller playgrounds. Both playgrounds are in good condition. Have fun out there. -Dadzone

Loved this little hiding spot. It's a cute little park. My dog and boyfriend could have stayed for…read moreliteral hours!!! I loved that there was beach access too. Pretty awesome. I would love to go back for a picnic or just some relaxation! Compared to Central Valley heat, it's a real nice get away in the summer! Definitely recommend this park for families, couples, everyone!

This is a quaint little park located right near the beach. My kids enjoy the money bars and…read moreclimbing the pirate ship. There are signs of age on a few of the items at the park, but overall it's a great place for kids!

cute little park right by Avila beach. has restrooms, swings, a jungle gym. great for toddlers! and…read moreparking by the park is free!

I gave it 5 stars because it's a cool thing…read more We went Feb 25, 2026 the whole little loop was under construction so we really couldn't walk around it. There was also very few butterflies. They say the season is through Feb but it seems closer to the beginning than end of Feb. FYI We did see some though. So that was nice.

My wife loves the butterflies so we came here a second time to see if we could see some that had…read moremigrated from Canada before heading further south to Mexico. We were in luck this time as they had close to 500 butterflies in the grove. While it is a little difficult to see them, when you know where they are you can spot them as they hang from the branches of the trees. Worth the second trip here in less than 3 mothers.

Absolutely concur with Nicole's perspective. Family friendly and just a super coastal city easy…read morebreezy beach vibe here in this cove that is Avila. Seek this spot out and enjoy the surf, the local beachfront and vitamin C(A)!

Been going here since I was a kid and it never fails to provide hours of fun all while having a…read morebeautiful view of the beach!

Just a quick trip to gather my thoughts and take in the amazing views. This is always a beautiful…read moreplace to stop, take a seat, and reflect. It is so peaceful and comforting here with the ocean air and the sound of the waves.

This precious gem is located in the Shell Beach area, adjacent to 'Dinosaur Caves Park' with plenty…read moreof parking. Here, you can admire the caves in the water (even more if you bring your binoculars). You'll find a gazebo, benches to sit and enjoy the beautiful views and simply relax. This is such a peaceful spot, clean, grassy, and dog-friendly. I liked that the water fountains also have a bottom bowl fountain for the doggies! Such a cool thing to help keep our furry babies hydrated. They also have a poop-bag dispenser in case you forget to bring any. Overall, we enjoyed the tranquil setting of this park dedicated in honor of Margo Dodd, a civic and community leader.

Beautiful clean park amazing structures. Went to a birthday party loved zip line adults can have…read morefun to

A cute little hidden neighborhood Park, named after the Chumash, with some nice surprises!…read more If you are looking for a serene break from the madness of the across the 101 Pismo Outlet complex & have kids who need to burn some energy, this is a great safe spot [but beware of POISON OAK & the hidden POND(s)]. Likewise, if you are older, the 1 mile dirt valley hiking trail uphill is a nice diversion. Fortunately for all, the Bathrooms are decent, and there are picnic tables too. The playground is far nicer than what you would expect and have floor cushions all the way around. There is the usual Jungle Gym theme plus some swings. All seems to be designed for safety, but just outside there are warning signs for Poison Oak, and the land dips into a small stream, a marsh, and a pond.... so you still have to keep an eye on little ones. There is no fence to prevent wandering here. The hiking trail is quite modest, but since it is uphill & about a mile, you can get your cardio. This is a valley, so it can be prone to some flooding in the wet season. The trail is verdant & it is super-nice until you hit an abrupt end at a private ranch...but fear not...use your Goggle & you can see a plethora of other "local's only" Parks & much longer hiking trails in or near this area. As you head down this trail during the late afternoon, you can see the sparkling Pacific over the Pismo Outlet stores. This hidden Park is an ideal get away from the mad crowds of the Outlet stores. Next to the Outlet stores is an open mall with a great Bagel shop, a Pie shop, a Pizza shop, & the Cal-Fresh Supermarket has decent take out meals/sandwiches/food bar. You then, just have to drive just across the overpass, make a left onto Jamesway, and on your immediate right, you can find this Picnic & kid friendly park. Since it is rather hidden, it is so easy to miss, so look at your GPS map. This idea is a far nicer & healthier choice than to join the multitude at the crappy fast-food places next to the Outlet stores. Of course, you can also get take out junk food & bring that here, but please do not litter. I have no clue as to why I missed reviewing this place years ago, but here it is. If you are curious & into local history, you can also explore the side streets, for the even more hidden, Price House & "Historical Price House Park". You can look at both the Yelp Park listing & "Anniversary Price House" listing for my pics & details. Visits to inside the restored Price House happen from time to time, but you need to be either a donor, get emails, or check out facebook to be aware. While I lucked out & had a short personal tour for helping out, the house itself is not open to the public. The Park is open and is quite quiet, but there are no facilities. It does have nice wildflowers in the Spring. All of these local Parks are surrounded by rampant over-development....some of which polluted the local streams & marshes beyond repair. Anyway, this is a quiet neighborhood park, so please be good citizens. Thanks & enjoy!

Great park for the 6 and under group! Baby swings, slide, play structure and basketball and tennis…read morecourts. I didn't go into the bathrooms but appreciated they were there! Rubber ground and also sand to help with tumbles. Local neighborhood park, nice for a stop and felt very safe. Good lines of sight to watch your little ones.

Great little park. The plyground is more for the little ones. 6 and under. Super clean and safe,…read moreaway from the busy streets. But in the middle of town.makes it very convenient to a quick trip in the middle of day

We are members of the Exploration discovery center... Debbie and the staff work hard to provide a…read moregreat experience for the kids . My grandkid ask to go all the time .

We love coming to the Discovery Museum! It's always fun, engaging, and perfect for kids to explore…read moreand learn.