1 / 2Magic Johnson Recreation Center
📍 South Los Angeles, CA
Free outdoor recreation center with playground equipment, water play features, a duck pond with ducklings, and expansive grounds for walking, jogging, and open play. Special events hosted in the recreation center building.
Best Park 👌 ever WillowBrook Park ever l love when there is a water thingy a playground ❤️ walking 🚶♀️ and more.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
A solid choice for families with toddlers and young children who want a free outing with variety — playground, water features, and a duck pond in one place. The grounds are expansive enough for older kids to run freely. Visit during daylight hours, as lighting in the parking areas and walking paths is inconsistent after dark.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Mia A Martinez
5 months ago
“Best Park 👌 ever WillowBrook Park ever l love when there is a water thingy a playground ❤️ walking 🚶♀️ and more.”
Lori Lopez
2 years ago
“Nice pond , cute little ducklings , big playground, lots of parking ! Great park overall.”
Etsegenet Makonnen Teodros (Mo Mo)
a month ago
“Very nice and spacious. The recreation center is also for special events.”
MasterYoshi
2 months ago
“This park is great! The only thing I would suggest for the night time, is to have more lights in every parking area and some walking areas.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Magic Johnson Recreation Center (Willowbrook Park) offers a large playground, water play areas, and a duck pond where kids can spot ducklings and waterfowl up close. The grounds are spacious and well-kept, with room for walking, jogging, and exercise. The recreation center building is available for special events. Parking is free and plentiful, and the setting is fully accessible for prams.
