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Charles White Park

📍 Altadena, CA

★4.3(235 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

Well-maintained community park with playgrounds, exercise equipment, and open fields for all ages. Currently closed due to 2025 Eaton Fire but Disney is helping with restoration for 2026 reopening.

✓ Well-maintained grounds✓ Good for exercise✓ Alcohol at tables✓ Clean facilities✓ Currently fire-damaged✓ Peaceful atmosphere
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★★★★★Featured review by Mitch Weddle

I stopped by this park for a quick pit stop and was impressed. There were a couple of ladies enjoying lunch in the covered picnic area, a guy getting in a workout on the machines, and a couple of people watching their kids in the playground. It was overall clean and bright. It felt quite peaceful and safe. There is a huge open playfield space in the center. I'm guessing this park is more focused on exercise and team games due to the minimal shady areas, the big field, and the exercise equipment. It is a very chill park at midday and would be a good spot for a quiet picnic lunch.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

This park appears ideal for families with children of various ages who enjoy both playground activities and open field sports. The well-maintained facilities and peaceful atmosphere make it great for picnics and exercise. However, check current status as the park was damaged in the 2025 Eaton Fire and may be temporarily closed for restoration.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check if park is open before visiting due to recent fire damage
⏰Best visited during midday for peaceful atmosphere
đŸŽŸī¸Bring sunscreen as shade is limited
🚗Clean bathrooms and picnic tables available

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.3
★★★★★

235 Google reviews

Clean and well-maintained80%
Fire damage/closure40%
Good facilities and amenities60%
Safety concerns with drinking20%
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Mitch Weddle

2 years ago

★★★★★

“I stopped by this park for a quick pit stop and was impressed. There were a couple of ladies enjoying lunch in the covered picnic area, a guy getting in a workout on the machines, and a couple of people watching their kids in the playground. It was overall clean and bright. It felt quite peaceful and safe. There is a huge open playfield space in the center. I'm guessing this park is more focused on exercise and team games due to the minimal shady areas, the big field, and the exercise equipment. It is a very chill park at midday and would be a good spot for a quiet picnic lunch.”

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Mara Poisson

a year ago

★★★★★

“I love â¤ī¸ this park. The park and recreation department do a really great job trimming the grass clean it and always clean bathrooms. Thank you so much for all the workers at this park”

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Dog People Pasadena

4 months ago

★★★★★

“As of Nov 2025, still temporarily closed due to the Eaton fire. But I saw on the news Disney is donating time and talent to reimagine the park for a 2026 reopening!”

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Emily Dow

4 months ago

★★★★★

“Park destroyed by Eaton Fire in Altadena. The community is working together to restore it.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Charles White Park features multiple playgrounds, outdoor exercise equipment, covered picnic areas, and open fields suitable for sports and activities. The park offers free entry, parking, and pram-friendly access. Currently temporarily closed for restoration following the 2025 Eaton Fire, with community efforts and Disney's assistance working toward a 2026 reopening.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:00 – 16:30
Tuesday07:00 – 16:30
Wednesday07:00 – 16:30
Thursday07:00 – 16:30
Friday07:00 – 16:30
Saturday07:00 – 16:30
Sunday07:00 – 16:30

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