Another great park in Bakersfield. This parkway is on the bluffs of Bakersfield, known for its hiking trails, waking/run pathways, and the views of the city, oil fields, or the mountains sides. It's also a great place to take a date and have a little one on one conversation. read more

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The name says it all, the views are panoramic! Now look, when I say panoramic, I mean Bakersfield panoramic. Bakersfield isn't known for being the most scenic city in California, but it has its moments. The park is situated atop a bluff with endless views of Oildale. The views are truly expansive and it's beautiful to spend an afternoon walking across the bluff or our favorite for visiting the park...feeding the squirrels! I have truly never seen as many squirrels as I did at Panorama Park! They are everywhere and they are wilding out! Before arriving, we went to Winco and picked up 6 pounds of unsalted shelled peanuts. Yes...6 pounds! We set up, started throwing, and out they came, baby! The squirrels be swarming!!! They have a bunch of little underground tunnels and they start communicating with each other and just make their appearance. The squirrels are uber friendly, to the point that they were taking peanuts right out of our hands. They'd eat a ton of peanuts and act like they'd never seen one in their life! The squirrels are hungry!!! It's a fun and wholesome way to spend the afternoon. Note though, like any public space, the park isn't all wholesome. We overheard some interesting and potentially (actually definitely) illegal conversations taking place, so like anywhere, be aware of your surroundings. read more

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Great place to take your dog Lots of squirrels and holes though if you go off the path We loved it! read more

Our house comes to walk the bluffs. There is a lovely park to walk flat on Panorama Drive with some exercise stations. There is the path along the river below. But we want the up and down , glute shaping exercise of steep trails. I have not found a comprehensive map of the trails. A few are wide, many are narrow, there are some tough spaces to get across and some really vertical paths that are more like climbing than hiking. Saw a guy with gloves...almost on a vertical all fours. Not going to lie, safety is a concern. We've all slipped on loose dirt but never gone rolling down the bluff. But good shoes, careful footing and caution are required. read more

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I had no idea that Bakersfield had a park with such a lovely perspective of the city when I first started traveling here for work. This really is a hidden gem. read more

Careful where you park! Went for a 30 minute walk and when I returned they broke into my car and stole everything they could. read more

Panorama Park - Parks Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Bakersfield, California. Located right on the heart of Central California, this pristine city boasts quite a rich history. Some of it can be found in this lovely park I discovered a few days ago during my stay in Bakersfield. Panorama Park is beautiful and with quite the lovely view to show for it. This park which is about a mile long in length, is a public park where all come to run, workout, or enjoy the serene view of the desert. Yes, there is wildlife that runs abundant, not too big of creatures! The view from the top is just amazing. You can see the river snaking its way below from around the hilltop. Oil derricks are a common sight in the vast oil fields you can see from above. They do have dirt trails which can lead you to the area down below for a better view. This is a place to come and check the view out for yourself. Its a state of Zen from up above, especially the morning after a rainy day. Bike trails are all over so you know it is bike and doggy friendly! The only perk......no restrooms, so if you must go, do so before arriving! read more

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Panorama Park is a great place to come for a relaxing stroll or even a run/jog. Overlooking Kerns oil industry, this park has quite a view. I need to get more pictures up of this place. I will soon. People say it smells well duh- it's what this city and county was founded upon. Oil is stinky. I love coming here right before it gets dark. Although, that's usually about the time the sprinklers come on so watch out. The view of the oilfields is nice. At dusk there are 1,000 of little lights from the pump jacks. There are plenty of walking trails on down the bluffs as well. I like to jog there sometimes to get off the path that can get somewhat crowded also for extra intensity. Be careful though... Some of these trails are steep. For some reason there are no restroom facilities here which is a bummer. So make sure you go beforehand. Minus a star for that. It's also not really on the way to anything but BC. That's not a problem for me because I do live close by. Bakersfield is so spread out. If you lived in Rosedale it's a far drive. :/ If you're looking for a place to take the family for a walk, or to clear your own mind, meditate, do some yoga or jog some trails...... Panorama Park is just the place. Paborama Park, 4 stars! read more

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Despite the fact that Bakersfield simply doesn't have a lot of park options to offer, the fact that Panorama Park has no restrooms at all makes it sub-par in my book; it's not as if this park were 100 miles from nowhere... Further into the minus column, this park also has no play equipment. On the plus side of the ledger, visitors here will find that the view down over the bluffs toward the Kern River is surprisingly nice, and somewhat scenic. You can also catch some pretty legit and beautiful sunsets from here as well. read more

One of Bakersfield's elite parks. A view unrivaled in the city. Panorama Park, or the Bluffs, is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll. During the day, there are impressive views of the natural Bakersfield landscape, and those nasty oil rigs. At night, the rigs resemble blinking, distant stars. A perfect place for couples and pets. Walk along the bluffs and observe the countless rabbits, squirrels, and birds found throughout the park. I can't think of a better natural date spot, as long as you plan around the scorching Bakersfield heat. An elite park, come and visit the bluffs today. Ps. The homes next to Panorama are awesome small mansions, and if you walk far enough east you'll reach Harvard on the Hill (Bakersfield College). read more

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I will say Panorama Park is a great place to get a quick work out for that booty or just enjoy a view of the local dinosaur graveyard. Paved trails, very clean, good landscaping and plenty of free parking. I guess only thing I can add is that it would be nice if they added some restrooms. Also be aware of your surroundings. Lately there have been your typical worthless idiots robbing and assaulting people. read more

Beautiful park with spectacular views. Lots of free parking alongside the street. Stay clear of the panhandling squirrels. Tip they love blueberries and nuts. It's funny to see them go crazy for the nuts. read more

You wouldn't think that a park overlooking the oil fields would be considered a scenic view...but it is pretty beautiful. The Panorama Bluffs are great for pretty much anything you want to do. You can take walks here, take your pets here, go for a run, go hiking in the semi-challenging hills below, or ride your bike through the scenic natural preserve. I have seen some pretty interesting bugs and animals here. The squirrels and bunnies are pretty friendly and will walk right up to you, presumably thinking you have a snack for them. There are also TONS of tiny lizards that like to scurry through the dirt. My best friend says he saw a tarantula during his run and we have seen large Jerusalem crickets almost every time we have come here. If I have to choose a place to go for my morning run, the Panorama Bluffs are a great choice. A beautiful view that is close to my house, friendly people, and a great workout. read more

Panorama Park is not really a park in the way we traditionally think of parks. It has no play equipment and no public restrooms. Instead, it is a long strip of greenbelt that runs along the North edge of Panorama Drive and along the top of the bluffs which narrows at some points to almost the width of the walking/bike path as it hugs the road and widens at times to follow the edge of the bluffs. Panorama Park is primarily enjoyed for its concrete paths perfect for walking or biking and for its scenic view down over the bluffs to the Panorama Vista Preserve, the Kern River and two neighboring canals, and the adjacent oil producing lands. I primarily visit in the evenings to join friends in walking the paths for exercise as it is too hot to walk here during the day. We park along the curb at the far West end of the park and walk about 4 miles down to the East end and back. Along the way, we pass other walkers and bikers, families out walking their dogs, and people just standing at the scenic overlooks admiring the view. I must admit that on my first visit, I was amazed that the view was considered scenic when a good portion of it consists of oil derricks that remind me of the drinking bird toys from my youth. Remember those? I dare you not to notice the resemblance. bird toy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwjzbN8Vz0k oil derrick https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cm4IXvzwftk But then I learned to look past that to the rivers and canals https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/panorama-park-bakersfield?select=m5saX6njD9yGuLso9H7gSQ to the beautiful sunsets https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/panorama-park-bakersfield?select=IEWyRoYn-6lLynY8ha9dsQ to the bluffs themselves https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/panorama-park-bakersfield?select=1Fm5bksd2AjZiFFRIMtXJQ and to the beautiful plants in the park https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/panorama-park-bakersfield?select=I1pmnAohkbuIKZy_-qJeMg and realized that there was beauty all around me. I sprained my ankle on one of my first walks along the bluffs. I can still do the walking on the path, but I have been promising myself that once it is completely healed, I will leave the safety and comfort of the paved bike path and try traversing some of the trails that lead down the edge of the bluffs. They call out to me of the excitement of adventure and discovery. I must have drunk the Kool-Aid, because this place has me HOOKED. read more

My eyes, nose, throat and lungs are still burning from the fumes from the oil fields that dominate this panoramic "view." It's absolutely horrifying what has been done to the Kern River and the valley that surrounds it. How can people live near here? How do they breathe? Work out?? I wonder what it looked like before the devastation. Sad. read more

Panorama Park - over 10,000 active wells - Parks Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I walk here after dark several times a week with family members. There is plenty of parking on the street. Also long stretches to walk, no need to be making laps for just basic maintenance exercise. There is many times a cool breeze and always good views if you don't mind the kern river oilfield. read more

Great workout!! Make sure to come before dark because there aren't any street lights. Great for dogs, walking and hiking. Good, family type crowd. Feels pretty safe. Love watching the sunset from here. read more

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I enjoy the view and cresh air. Oilfield down below let's you know the magnitude this area has in the oil and gas industry...the winding Kern river down below, palm trees along the trail and wildlife such as rabbits and squirrels are abundant there. read more

What I love about this place is that most the dogs are leashed...unlike a few of the other parks that require leashes, but the owners feel that does not apply to them. It's a nice walk for my dog. And during the summer, there is a nice breeze going.,. read more

I really enjoy my runs on the bluffs. I've mapped out a 3 mile trail, which works perfect for me. If I am feeling extra ambitious then I actually do some hiking up and down the hills. There are numerous trails. If it's daylight there are always plenty of people around and I feel very safe. The views are great and I really enjoy the area in spring time when the hills are green for about 2 weeks. It's a great place to walk, jog, or take the family on an after dinner walk. read more