We came here for a kid's birthday party, and this park is so nice!…read more It's very spacious, lots of free parking, and lots of features. There is an extensive playground with different types of swings, merry-go-round things, a large playhouse thing, and several slides on a little hill on the playground. In the area with the slides they have turf material and there is a recycling box with cardboard so that kids can use it and also sled down the hill. They have different types of courts like for basketball, pickleball, tennis, baseball. There is lots of space to walk on the gravel path, and there is sort of a pond area (which appears to be less maintained). There are many picnic areas that are shaded too. I really liked that the area the birthday party was located had a gate so that kids wouldn't run out and away. The playground also had a gate on it too, which is great for childrens' safety and parents' ease of minds! We noticed the bathrooms are somewhat high tech with lights to activate the automatic doors and lights to indicate that the bathroom is occupied. I didn't go in, so I can't comment on cleanliness/upkeep. Wish this kind of park was more common. I would highly recommend this park!

The fact alone that this park has bathrooms makes it awesome…read more I have been coming to this park my entire life. It has definitely gotten some upgrades. New magical bridge playground opens this weekend. It's not even open yet and it looks beautiful so far :) It has a dog park, a trail, a basketball court, a tennis court, and a baseball field. I almost forgot, the ducks! It has a lake with ducks! I like walking the trail because there are plenty of trees which creates shade, so it's not just sunny. The bathrooms are located in between the tennis courts and the baseball field. Also, parking is free! Anyone can come with children, strollers, solo individuals, people with dogs, anyone. Everyone is in their own world, living their life with nature.

The dog park itself is great. Cleaned often, well maintained, and large…read more There is a fun crew of dogs and owners that come on the weekday evenings. We try to pop in once a week. Unfortunately this dog park has a disproportionate number of inconsiderate owners compared to other parks in the Monterey Bay. Many unfixed, unvaccinated, untrained, and aggressive dogs that will attack or hump your dog repeatedly. I came with a friend last summer and both our dogs picked up a respiratory/eye infection. Because of this, you'll often find people walk their dogs on the track instead of using the dog park. I usually do this unless I recognize the dogs at the park.

I've been going to this park with my German Shepherds for about a month now. I've never had any…read moreissues with aggressive dogs in other parks like Gilroy or Morgan Hill. There is a large portion of dogs in this park which are not spayed or neutered. For the last week I've had nothing but trouble with other dogs attacking my dogs. Today I had a person upon my arrival warn me that their female was not friendly with other females. If you have to warn someone about your dog then you don't belong in a dog park. Sure enough the dog attacked one of my dogs. If your dog isn't fixed it is not a good idea to bring them to a dog park. The chances of altercations increase. I won't be going back to this park any longer. I'll drive the extra time to go to Gilroy which has a much better quality of non-aggressive dogs.

Not sure how this is a "dog" park? It's more like a dilapidated, overgrown use to be something, on…read morethe side of a hill at the end of a street that has a walkway that abruptly ends into the abyss.. Not enclosed so no off leash. Doesn't appear to be maintained so watch your step.

Honestly this should'nt be considered a park. It's just a little bath the walk ur dog no grass or…read moreclosed off area. I would definitely recommend them to remodel it and make it a park. lol

BEAUTIFUL PARK! Newly renovated. Great space. NO complaints about this physical park.. but…read more. terrible owners. 5-10 pound dogs getting absolutely trampled by 70+ pound dogs in the large dog section because the owners are so irresponsible. Huge sign that signs 30 LBS ONLY in the large side too.. its every single time ive come here its been so many small dogs with big dogs (and the small dogs are nipping and barking because they're scared) and the owners have no respect. Also "because of covid" everyone has VERY unsocialized dogs here. My dog has been snapped on multiple times for no reason because owners havent socialized their aggressive dogs and decide to take them to the off leash park. and he is literally the sweetest boy, he COWARDS when dogs are aggressive. again, ive been going to parks with my boy for 8 months 3 times a werk and it has always been great experiences. BUT THIS PARK only has very irresponsible owners here and i have been here around 10+ times, never had a good experience. It is disappointing because i live right down the street.

I'm disappointed with people! the dog park has small dogs for a reason on one side not all dogs get…read morealong with extremely small yapping barking small dogs I've had to leave the park twice now because the other people Will not leave I find this very unfair but if my dog hurt their dog I look like the bad guy what am I to do?? this sounds like my dog don't get along with Little dogs but he does just not barking ones

Mountain bike jumps. Many trails across wide area. Jump lines, table-tops, whoops, etc. Good…read morerunning place too.

I was here for a dog lure coursing event and was surprised how lovely the park is. There is ample…read moreparking, lots of restrooms and pretty fields. It's a great place for a leisurely walk, family picnic, kite flying, sun bathing, etc.

This is a beautiful dog-friendly park with picturesque trails for walking your dog. We did not have…read morea lot of time to spend here, and our older dog cannot walk very far these days, but If I lived near here, I would come to this park often. It's a great place for people as well as dogs!

Pinto Lake County Park is a my favorite park since it's so close by and a nice spot to relax and…read moreenjoy nature. The lake is beautiful and great for fishing, or just taking a walk. There are playgrounds for kids and plenty of space to spread out. The staff is friendly, and I like how clean the area is. Perfect place for a family outing or some quiet time outdoors. I'll definitely visit again!

Cute, modern, and clean little park with free parking. Kids can see railroads passing by…read more They have free parking and a modern bathroom system. There are structures for kids of all ages. Pretty busy park that opens 6 am to 10 pm. No dogs allowed, but you see dogs inside.

Great little park. Has a little of something for kids of all ages…read more Fun rope climbing tower, climbing hexagons, climbing structures with slides, a train climbing structures and a little toddler structure too. Our 7-10 year olds thoroughly enjoyed themselves!

Back in the mid-80's, my younger brother and I had a bit of cabin fever, and decided to walk from…read moreour grandparents' central Watsonville home, up to Mount Madonna park. We made it about 2/3rds of the way up the winding, two lane road before a passing motorist stopped for us. The driver told us to pile into the bed of his pickup truck, then shortly after dropped us off at the park. My brother and I briefly explored the park, but dusk was approaching. Back in the days when there were public pay phones aplenty, we used a dime (or perhaps a quarter) to telephone our grandparents to ask for a car ride back down the mountain. In our youthful minds, it was just a little adventure, but our grandparents spoke of it for years afterwards.

On a warm Sat at the end of Feb, I hiked with 2 friends on an 8 miles, 700 ft elevation gain,…read moreSprig, Merry-Go-Round, and Tan Oak Loop. Paid $6, parked at the Amphitheater at 9am. Headed over to the ruins of Miller's Mansion. The forest grove sure was pretty and tranquil. The lake was nice but far away. Saw some benches carved out of huge logs, very cute. Too bad we missed the white deer pen. We completed the hike exactly at noon, 3 hours hike.