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

Definitely a hidden gem in Tiburon! The entrance is at the end of a residential area. There are a…read morefew spots to park on the side of the streets. It's a bit of an uphill walk towards the tree but once you get up there, it's to your left. We were there on a Saturday afternoon and it was empty so we got to enjoy the views and swings to ourselves. Check the weather prior before going because it can be cloudy and the view won't be as great.

A hidden spot that has an amazing view and 3 swings. Street parking is very limited. To the left of…read morethe house at 100 Gilmartin, follow the dirt path and make a left up the hill.

Heads up for anyone planning a pool day during this heat wave -- I called McNears Beach Park ahead…read moreof time and the pool is currently closed and won't be opening until June. Really appreciated that the park rangers answered right away and gave clear information -- it saved us a trip, especially with the limited parking in the area. Sharing in case it helps someone else plan their day.

A great family park, with a beach, pier to check out views or to fish from…read more Swimming pool. BBQ and picnic areas. Wildlife such as the turkeys I took pictures of. Deer, and many other furry friends. Great for walking or jogging. There's plenty of open space for the kids to run around and play. Parking is free. Many portable toilets.

Albert Park isn't much but it's appreciated by those who can partake of this new park...swings,…read morechildren's play area, greens to picnic upon, picnic tables to assemble and have community events. presently, it's temporarily closed so the entirety of it's magnificence in the urban environment isn't readily accessible.

We took the smart train down to San Rafael and it was nice to find this park after lunch. It's a…read morelot of fun for young kids, I think anyone under 6 years old would have a lot of fun here. It was clean and all the structures look great.

Going out of San Rafael along the water, you will pass the Peacock Gap subdivision and the golf…read morecourse of that name. A few feet further along you enter the park...a quiet, peaceful place to run around, take a romantic walk, have a picnic or take a nap. Take the children. There is a pool, there is a fishing pier, glades of trees, picnic spots and fire pits. Tall eucalyptus trees give shade. On weekends there is an entry charge. Take the family.

My go to track with friends or solo. A bit pricy on weekends but often a hot deal on GN app and you…read morecan get in a reasonable round. The price may discourage some folks which is fine. It only backs up on a few holes then opens up again. I've not tried to eat in the grill after but the smell certainly tells you something good is cooking. Pro shop is small but efficient. And what's not to like about hitting practice balls on the range on turf. Not matts. With all the rain it's starting to dry out and shape up like a great summer of golf.

I never knew of this place until I went to Target which is the most scenic Target I've ever been…read more The path is very smooth, with no inclination so it's good or even better for biking or running. It's about a mile to Jean & John Starkweather Shoreline Park and back which has a parking lot, bathrooms, and a little beach. This is worth it for the views of the bay and there is a creek on the right side for part of the way which has some birds, maybe a few pelicans. Many benches are on the path to sit and look out.

Gorgeous trail at the tip of San Rafael!…read more Hubs and I wanted to have a change of scenery and chose this park to explore. We ended up parking at a community center, walking through a strip of land surrounded by water and residential homes and ending up in Target, which was a great halfway point since I needed to use the bathroom. The walk itself along the water was beautiful and you can see the Richmond Bridge from a distance. There were several people walking, biking, hanging out along the trail which speaks to its popularity. The trail goes further than Target but we ended up turning back because our bellies were growling. We got some grub downtown- highly recommend the sandwiches and salads at Magnolia Park Kitchen!

It's a city park much in need of renovation. The view from the top of the open space above it is…read morewell worth the climb, however.

This location has no park. They have a port a potty where the park once was. The port a potty is…read morecompletely filthy. This is no place for small children. I did see deer here. Be aware of tick borne disease. One star is for the trees and some walking and tables. Be prepared to share the park with transients who are sleeping or hanging out in the park.

What a horribly designed playground for kids...it's unsafe and not functional at all, whoever…read moredesigned this doesn't have kids....what a disappointment when we were staying nearby

Great place to get a brief walk around the pond and enjoy the birds. Bike riders are welcome there…read moreand fishing as well as long as you have a fishing license. Place is not crowded at all. Very popular place to visit and enjoy the outdoors.