Pixley Park

The inspiration

In 1967, the Maywood City Council proposed naming a new tot park after Melvin A Pixley, a local businessman and philanthropist, so children would have a place to safely play and enjoy the outdoors¹ . The park was dedicated in 1968, reopened in 2013 after a renovation aimed at children ages 2 to 5 and their families, and in 2026 gained a new kid-designed playground built with the CarMax Foundation and KABOOM^1,2 .

Who's behind it

The 2013 renovation was led by the nonprofit Amigos de los Rios with funding from First 5 LA and Los Angeles County³ . The 2026 playground was a partnership between the City of Maywood, the CarMax Foundation and KABOOM^2,4 .

What to order

• The new kid-designed playground: community members shaped it from early design sessions through build day .²
• Nature time: the park's native plant palette and design encourage families to connect with nature .³
• A relaxed visit: the city suggests picnicking, listening to music or simply unwinding here .¹

What people are saying

The city positions it as a spot to relax and get in touch with nature¹ .

Why you should try it

If you're staying nearby with small children, this pocket park offers play equipment built for the 2 to 5 set, plus the brand-new community-built playground^1,2 .