This park is super nice to have around. I visit the small&timid side as my baby is just that…read moresmall&timid. The park itself is big and nice and has a water source, a small pool for the doggies, and lots of tennis balls haha. There are benches and a bunch of lawn chairs all over for seating. So far, I haven't encountered any "BAD" dogs or "BAD" owners which is great. Everyone is friendly and they are either mingling with the other dog parents or seating away from everyone haha. There is street parking, or a dirt parking lot. The neighborhood isn't the best but it is not the worst.

This review applies only to the large-dog side of the park, which is the only area we use…read more I absolutely love this dog park. We don't live near one, and this park is about a 15-minute drive for us, but it is completely worth it. It feels like a small community with many regulars who clearly know one another and each other's dogs. From what I've seen, everyone is very welcoming and kind. People actively watch their dogs and step in when needed to make sure boundaries are respected. I also haven't experienced the issues mentioned in some other reviews regarding uncleanliness or rudeness; most visitors seem very conscientious. The people are truly my favorite part of this park. My 11-year-old daughter and I bring our medium/large dog here, and it is hands down her favorite place to go. She knows many of the dogs by name, and the regulars know her as well. She loves the attention and affection from the dogs so much that, honestly, we come here more for her than we do for our dog. She will want to stay for hours, while our dog is ready to go much sooner. We usually visit in the evenings, and there is almost always a good number of dogs present. The dogs are generally very sweet, and I haven't encountered any that seemed overly aggressive. At times they can get a bit rowdy, but that's to be expected at a dog park and has never felt like an issue. The park itself isn't flashy, but it's very well suited for dogs. It's spacious, with plenty of room to run. The double-gated entrance is on the left side and is covered in astroturf, while the right side is mostly dirt and includes a couple training obstacles. There are shaded areas, concrete sections, and plenty of seating throughout the park, including benches, a picnic table, and plastic chairs. Multiple working water spigots and bowls are conveniently placed around the park. The park is consistently clean. Over many visits, I've only seen a couple of missed poops, and while there's occasionally a mild urine smell, that's fairly standard for a dog park. I never see trash lying around. Parking has also never been an issue, with both a dirt lot and street parking available. There is no human restroom, so plan accordingly. Overall, this is a wonderful park, and we fully plan to continue coming regularly.

We really enjoy coming to this dog park! The location is convenient, there's plenty of parking, and…read moreI love that the park has separate areas for small, medium, and large dogs. It's a great place for dogs to run, play, and socialize. My only suggestion would be to add more grass. The park gets very dusty, and my white dog ends up almost black after every visit because all the dogs are running around in the dirt. Other than that, it's a wonderful dog park, and we'll definitely keep coming back!

My goodness, it's my second time coming to this dog park and some of the small dog owners aren't…read morefriendly at all. The moment me and my mom brought our small dog in, we noticed how unwelcoming the environment was in the small dog area. So me and my mom decided to walk over to the bigger dog area cause we ran into a couple of bigger dog owners telling us that we're more than welcome to come inside that area. The moment we went inside, some crusty a** saggy Karen tells me and my mom we can't be in there with our dog. Our dog is gonna get "killed and mauled"; and we're irresponsible to bring our dog in there. First of all, mind your business. My dog is well behaved and loves big dogs. She literally thinks she's a big dog herself and doesn't mind them. We're constantly watching over her, and I'm 100% certain dog owners know if their dog is aggressive, maybe they shouldn't take their dog into a public park. She started a fcking commotion and every big dog owner was watching and asking me and my mom what's tf is her problem. She's literally yelling at us across the fence. Mind you she's also yelling at another group of people as well. I had no problem whatsoever at Silverlake and Pasadena, so if you're in those areas I highly recommend going there instead. The only pros of this park is that it's huge and there's parking. That's it.

Our little friend Toby C. turned four a couple weeks ago, and he had his birthday party at Valley…read moreVillage Park. We went with our two boys, and everyone had a grand superhero-themed time. We got easy parking right in front of the playground on a Sunday at noon. The park was large and the playground was nice, tons of space for kids to run around, and structures to climb when the mood struck. Toby's parents took over a sizable area with picnic tables, where they set up a buffet lunch and, later, cake. My three-year-old will remember this party for the orange soda ("Why are you letting me drink this?"), but I appreciated the ample, well maintained neighborhood park. I'd recommend Valley Village Park for your recreational needs in this part of town.

Updating my review as I did come back to this park with my dog to attend the Larpbo pack walk this…read moreevening. The park is very beautiful with soft grass that seems well maintained and cut and there are zero foxtails which is a big plus. I can tell everyone respects the park as there's zero trash on the ground and everyone is picking up after their dogs. We did some excersizes with our dogs in the park and then we walked around the neighborhood and then back through the park along the nice dirt trail to end. Similarly to last time, again I noted ALLOT of off leash dogs. They seem well behaved but one did decide to run away from its owner and did a full circle around our pack and the owner was chasing it. This caused several dogs to react and get riled up and it really could have been an issue if that off leash dog had decided to run at any of us, thankfully it didn't, it was just happy to run in circles until its owner caught it. Overall despite this, these distractions were actually really helpful for practicing training with my dog, and she did amazingly. There were so many other distractions too such as loud cars or motorcycles and kids and people running or biking. I guess maybe my dog leveled up because it was a very successful walk! I was very happy today with the experience. All the people who live in the neighborhood next to this park are so lucky to be so close to such a beautiful and well maintained space.

This is a great spot. I love the trails for a run or a bike ride. The trail winds up through a…read moreshaded grove of oak and walnut trees alongside a small stream, so it looks like a peaceful nature escape right in the city and it really could be! That said, my experience was mixed. The trail is very natural and rugged, way less groomed park and way more nature path through the hills. It's narrow, often overgrown, and there aren't any clear signs, so you're basically figuring it out as you go. Parts of the dirt path get muddy or sandy, and at times it felt like I was pushing through bushes more than hiking a trail. If you're coming expecting a smooth, family-friendly stroll with benches and clear loops, this isn't that kind of place. There's also no restrooms or marked facilities but more of just a small dirt parking area (street parking) and the trail entrance. I did appreciate the quiet, green canopy and the feeling of actually being in nature. It's one of those spots where you have to adjust expectations: come here for a low-key, adventurous walk under trees and through brush, not for a manicured weekend park outing. If you love exploring rugged little local trails and don't mind getting a bit dirty, you'll appreciate it more than someone looking for a casual park vibe.

Overgrown and leads to no where but that just means peace and rest which was welcomed and embraced.read more

I always enjoy a great hike. This location has a mix of beginner to moderate options. The inclines…read moreare decent and the paths allow for a great run, bike or hike. Also the best part is you are able to take the four legged family as well as the two legged for a good workout.

The park is great for short hikes. I used to go often when I lived nearby. But I was surprised…read moretoday to find they are charging $7 for 2 hours of parking. So crazy! People will be fighting for the few street parking spaces on Laurel Canyon.

Can't believe I haven't reviewed Fryman till now! Mixed feelings!…read more I love the hike, pretty easy, shady spots, beautiful views, nice nature, great wildflowers in the spring, blue birds, hawks. Just 1-2 snakes sightings in many years I have been hiking here! Pomegranate trees! Cons: The recent fees to park in their lot! It makes nature inaccessible for some folks. $7 for 2 hrs and $14 for 4 !!! Too much and have to watch the time, defeats the purpose of relaxation! They say is for safety? The trail is very safe! And cleaning! Well, the restrooms still smell and are very dirty! Unhappy w. this new change! Not the best timing to get slammed w. more fees. It is pretty crowded, some folks aren't very considerate: play loud music, don't pick up after their dogs, don't keep them on a leash. So mixed feelings. Close by trail, great views, crowded, not happy with the latest changes!

There are so many trails here for different experience levels. It really feels like a mini social…read morehub for nature and hiking enthusiasts sometimes. I also love how family and dog friendly this area is. The highlight for me is all the rewilding and nature conservation work they're doing here.

Wide open space that is dog friendly and along a bike path. There is ample parking…read more I wouldn't sit on the grass due to all the dog pee, but it's a nice area for locals to bring pets and workout.

Located between Chandler bike path and Burbank Blvd, this park is a lot longer and a lot wider than…read morethe Whitnall Highway Park South. While the south park is along busy intersections surrounding it, the north park is a lot safer and more private as it is located within residential homes. There's also a lot of street parking available in all areas surrounding the park. The grass is greener and in better condition than the south park. Because of this, soccer and football players converge here often to practice proper techniques on handling, passing, kicking, and tossing soccer or footballs. However, it has one similar feature that I dislike in the south park- those ugly electrical towers running along the middle of the park. These towers do really scare me so I prefer going to some other parks. Also, there's no tables, benches, playgrounds or any amenities.

I started my very first tennis lesson with Vaz about 4 years ago, including how to hold the…read moreracquets, proper stroke... I felt that Vaz is a very detailed tennis pro and pay lots of attention on everything. He also points out what you did wrong right away and find a way to correct it. Now I am a solid 3.5 players in my opinion (been USTA sectionals a few times and won a few USTA, WTT and GLTA tournaments now). I don't think I can make this far without Vaz's lessons. If you want to advance to the next level(s), you should give Vaz a try and see how he can help you to make it happen. Highly recommended!!!

Vaz is probably the best teacher or coach I've ever had. I can honestly say it is very rare to find…read moresomeone as good as he is who can teach people of all ages and all levels and make every lesson fun. I began taking lessons with him when I was just 6 years old and have been working with him for a total of 16 years now. When I was younger, he taught me the basics and helped me develop a solid form and foundation that I continue to carry with me today. As I got older, Vaz would point out the fine details of what I needed to adjust to be better, and through repetition he helped me turn that basic groundstroke into a wicked forehand. In my sophomore year of high school I was brought onto my school's Varsity team. I consistently played as one of the top players, and none of that would have been possible without the training Vaz gave me. He helped me with both my doubles and singles game and was patient with me through skills that were harder for me to learn, like serves or volleys. When I would return home from breaks during college, I would do lessons with Vaz and it is always a fantastic form of exercise and learning at once. Tennis is such an enjoyable sport, and it can be made even more enjoyable by learning from a teacher like Vaz who exhibits patience, knowledge, and understanding. Through all this time Vaz has been so kind to me and my family - we all think he is the best and each of us has taken lessons here and there! Additionally, as a shy kid there was so much value in lessons as learning tennis definitely increased my self-confidence. If you're looking for an awesome instructor who will help you reach your goals and make your experience of learning enjoyable along the way, definitely go to Vaz! Like I said earlier, in the years that I've seen Vaz teach, it is amazing that he teaches people of literally all ages and skill levels. Can't recommend Vaz enough!!!