Manzanita Park

The inspiration

It exists as everyday county green space, a place where residents can spread a blanket on the grass or sign up for a recreation program rather than trek to a larger destination¹ .

Who's behind it

The park is a county-operated facility of the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation^2,1 .

What to order

• Afterschool program: homework help plus sports and arts and crafts for ages 6 to 11¹
• Tiny Tot: early learning and social skills for ages 3.5 to 5¹
• The grounds themselves: baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, children's play areas and group picnic shelters¹

What people are saying

Local guides highlight its quiet, residential atmosphere and its shade trees and walking paths .

Why you should try it

If you're staying in Hacienda Heights, this is an easy spot to spend a lazy afternoon under the trees with a book or a walk around the paths¹ .