It's been a while since I came to this park but my friend suggested to come because on a Saturday…read moreafternoon, the other parks we've been to were crowded. The parking was plenty at 11:30am, I parked on the street instead of the north lot. The first playground was on a hill and another on the corner southeast side across the pool/skatepark. They had sand around the play structure and swings, so be careful with sand everywhere. Restrooms are open, they have a couple spread out the park. Great park, plenty of benches to sit and shade in most areas depending on the time!

3/1/26 First time visiting this park. It must look amazing during the day because it sure looks…read moregreat at night. Plenty to do besides walking, basketball, swimming, playing sports on the greens, skate (skate park), and many more! Hubby & I pass by this park almost daily since we stayed at an Airbnb for about 3 months just a few blocks away. Before 6 am, I see many residents walking already. At night I see many also play basketball at the courts. It sort of reminds me of Cerritos' Liberty Park. The walking/running area has the soft cement just like Liberty Park, easy on the feet. There's a playground for children. The grass is lush & green. We parked on the street, free. There is a designated parking lot for this park. I can see Hubby & I doing our walks here. Great park. The swim gym has 12 lanes. Will look into whatever else they offer when I visit it during the day time hours.

SoCal weather really said "pick a personality" and then refused to commit, so I took advantage of…read moreits good mood and clocked in at Arcadia Park like a picnic professional. Big, beautiful shady trees?!?!?! Check!!!!! Perfect blanket-sprawling real estate?!?!?!? Also check!!!!! It's the kind of spot that makes you forget the weather might flip on you in 20 minutes, so you eat, lounge, and live your best picnic life while the sun is also feeling fabulous!!

Attended the San Gabriel Water District's Water Fest here and had a good time. This park is large…read moreand was able to host many booths, a stage, a VIP area and a play area with inflatable slides, etc. This didn't even take up half of the park! They also had an In-N-Out truck in the parking lot. There's lots of trees surrounding the park and the grass was green and well taken care of. It's an ideal place to hold an event or have a picnic or birthday party.

Team SWI5H is an elite basketball skills training program and we love training at this facility. We…read morehave hosted all of our sessions at this facility because it is a great looking, new and well kept gym. We never have any issues. On the walls the 30 NBA team banners are hanging which create a great atmosphere to train.

Cute little park! Both kid-friendly & dog-friendly. The grass areas, basketball court, soccer…read morefield, and playground are clean and well kept. I'm surprised it doesn't get crowded on a weekday late afternoon from 4 pm to 6 pm.

I love this park. It's so close by in my area. There's turf instead of grass and is…read morewell-maintained. There a nice small path surrounding the grounds about .10 of a mile per "lap". There's covered tables I believe you have to reserve. I've come here at night before and there are above lights that keep it well lit. Parking towards the end of the day can be limited because the park is surrounded by homes. It doesn't look like the nicest neighborhood but this little park is so sweet. Don't be surprised to find many residents of the community doing dances and stretches and exercise in the morning. Many older women come in groups and go in walks. And there are people that come and use the smaller basketball court. The playground for the children is also well maintained. I've never used the restroom at that oark but there is one located right in the middle.

I was in the area so I wanted to check out the skatepark. There is a parking lot in front, and a…read moredirt pathway to the skatepark (dirt doesn't go well with the griptape on a skateboard)...The skatepark has some nice features, manny pads, ledges, quarterpipe ramps, rails, and the butterfly shaped bowl. I had a lot of fun riding the bowl, but it traps a lot of leaves but I was able to ride through without falling. The bowl has nice waterfalls to help gain speed on your carve. Very fun!

* butterfly-themed park with great beginner skate park *…read more Gibson Mariposa Park in El Monte, CA ("End of the Santa Fe Trail"), was the result of grassroots efforts by the locals. Instead of a weed-filled, dusty and unsightly lot, the community wanted a safe, fun space to take their families. So after a decade-long wait, the 4.3 acre park finally opened in 2012. AMENITIES + 2 quarter-sized outdoor basketball courts + beautiful murals & dedication plaques throughout + butterfly garden ( with educational kiosks & decor throughout - learn how to say butterfly in MANY languages!) + grass playing area + meeting room + outdoor picnic areas with shade available for rent + restrooms + skate park (partly in the shape of a butterfly!) + small amphitheater + splash pad (certain hours/seasons apply) + swings + various sized play structures + walking path CONS - so many weeds - graffiti - dirty women's restroom - homeless hangout (living in their cars) Even with these easily-manageable cons, it was still a pleasant park to visit. My 7 and 9-year-olds loved the skate park area when we were there on 7/8/22. The older kids were all nice. DEDICATION It warmed my heart to read the plaque next to a beautiful tree that read: "The City of El Monte dedicates this tree in loving memory of Gibson Mairposa Parks' 'Luchadora, Maria Rosario Valdez'. May her fighting spirit forever live on in our hearts. March 10, 2012." SOURCES https://www.dailynews.com/2011/02/22/el-monte-readies-for-ground-breaking-on-gibson-mariposa-park/ https://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/165/Parks-Facilities https://amigosdelosrios.org/gibson-mariposa-park/

I want to register basket ball class for my son, I Try to call but seem like phone is not working…read more It has been two weeks. Keep busy all the time. Hopeless

I have to leave a 5 star feedback here because PBA actually solved me a big big problem. My son is…read morea 11 year old boy but very shy in the public, i always want him to play some sports and involve in teams. I've tried so many other places like soccer, volleyball and even tried basketball, but they all didn't help, he just not want to participate. This August, I saw an ad that PBA organized a basketball event and I am the first one registered, I was gonna try at least one more time and see if it helps my son. And whats so good is, it beyond my expectation, my son told me, he loves playing here, i was shocked, asked him why, he said there is a PBA staff, which is a young lady, who hand in hand to get him to the court and show him something fun, and slowly bring him to the group where he can meet and play with other kids. Finally i registered that day on the even for the Fall 2019 class, this is just nothing better, love it.

This park is a true TBT with its tire swing and old school jungle gym! I'm from the MO and grew up…read morewith tire swings, and this is the first public park (including parks back at home) where I've actually seen one of these. Our 3 y/o wasn't sure about it at first, but he eventually liked swinging like a superhero. :) There's only one tire swing, so expect a little line of kids, but worth the wait for those who have never got to experience one of these things before. We parked on the street for this park right across from the entrance. I didn't see a parking lot anywhere, but there was plenty of street parking.

It's a small neighborhood park but looks new and clean. They have street parking. Lots for the…read morekids to play with - swings, 2 playgrounds one for the older and one for younger kids that have a slide, also a climbing apparatus. Nearby are a few basketball courts and if you wanted to have a part they do have a covered area of benches. It's not too big but my toddler enjoys this playground. Also a bathroom is available.

Visitation Rights: Been to this park countless of times. I primarily played basketball and tennis…read more Nowadays, I've reconnected with the park and play pickleball here. Park Offerings: 1) Playgrounds for the kids 2) Baseball field 3) Indoor basketball/Volleyball courts in their gymnasium. Just have to find out when it's open gym for those relative sports. 4) Tennis courts and Pickleball courts. For pickleball, there's specific times to play Monday through Sunday: 5pm to 930pm (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) and 8am to 1pm (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday). Just have to be mindful of the hours that they have it. The city sets up the nets for everyone to use. They're not permanent courts. 5) Splash Zone/Swimming Pool. You'll have to be mindful of the times and rates. 6) Dog Park: Located next to the tennis courts. 7) Picnic Tables/Gazebo 8) Fitness Zones: You'll see some manual outdoor exercise machines 9) Restrooms: They're nice. Location/Parking: Located on Emerson between San Gabriel and Del Mar.. Parking can be found on the street or in their parking lot. Ambiance/Decor: Go outside and touch grass for a bit. It's like a escape for a bit. Garvey Park For Thought: Don't mind coming back to touch grass. I'll primarily be playing pickleball courts when I have time.

Started coming to Garvey Park weekly to play pickle ball with my friends ! This is such a fun &…read moreeasy hobby -- I love doing anything to get out of the house and moving my body :-) The pickleball community here is so nice -- everyone here is positive. However, it can get packed during the weekends. If you're thinking of starting a new hobby, this is your sign!