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Culver/Slauson Park

📍 Del Rey, CA

4.5(215 Google reviews)💰Free👶All ages

Small community park in Los Angeles with a playground, basketball courts, barbecue pits, and a direct link to the Ballona Creek Bike Path. The recreation centre runs active kids programs. Parking is very sparse.

Ballona Creek trail accessCommunity kids programsVery sparse parkingBarbecue pitsSeasonal events
★★★★★Featured review by Henry Doyle

Great resource facility for the community. The facility provided the families with back-to-school backpacks and prizes. Families were engaged in fun games and food was provided. It was great to see the diversity and inclusion of the community.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for local families who can walk or bike, and for parents seeking structured programming rather than open roaming space. The Ballona Creek trail connection makes it a natural starting point for family bike rides. Families arriving by car should plan for very sparse street parking.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Bike or walk if possible — parking is very sparse and the Ballona Creek trail is right there
Check whether the recreation centre is open before visiting — it closes on Sundays
🎟️Look for seasonal community events with free supplies and activities for kids
🚗The Ballona Creek Bike Path starts at the park boundary — bring bikes for an extended outing

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.5

215 Google reviews

Ballona Creek bike path connection35%
Active kids programs and events35%
Very sparse parking20%
Small park with sparse space10%
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Henry Doyle

7 months ago

Great resource facility for the community. The facility provided the families with back-to-school backpacks and prizes. Families were engaged in fun games and food was provided. It was great to see the diversity and inclusion of the community.

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Byron Enamorado

a month ago

i9 here is really fun for kids and parents!

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Gregory Gilmer

6 months ago

Full of kids. They have a popular kids program there. Lots of staff. Small park. Very limited parking. Great access to the Ballona Creek bike path!

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LC 444

a year ago

So far from what I’ve seen by biking past here for 5 minutes on the Ballona Creek trail, the park looks well maintained and is pretty clean.

Reviews from Google

Overview

Culver/Slauson Park sits beside the Ballona Creek Bike Path and offers a playground with swings and a sand pit, lighted basketball courts, barbecue pits, and picnic tables. The on-site recreation centre delivers structured kids programming including seasonal events with community giveaways. The park is compact — not suited to large groups needing open space. Restrooms in the recreation centre are closed on Sundays.

🕐 Opening Hours

Tuesday09:30 – 18:00
Wednesday09:30 – 18:00
Thursday09:30 – 18:00
Friday09:30 – 18:00
Saturday09:30 – 18:00
Sunday12:00 – 17:00

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