by Heather Kindberg

Created on: February 16, 2009   Last Updated: February 22, 2009

Los Angeles can be a terrific adventure for the entire family. There are many places to charm, enthrall, and entertain kids, while also being a joy for parents to visit. Check out what Los Angeles has to offer!

PARKS & BEACHES

Aidan's Place at Westwood Recreation Center

1350 S. Sepulveda

Los Angeles, CA 90024

(310) 473-3610

http://www.laparks.org/dos/playground/facili ty/westwoodUAPRC.htm

A Universally Accessible Playground for children of all abilities, this park has rubberized surfaces, slides, a plane cockpit and a sandcastle with elevated sand play tables.

Burton W. Chase Park (a.k.a. Chase Park)

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(310) 305-9595

http://beaches.co.la.ca.us/BandH/Marina/chac epark.htm

Situated on the marina, this park offers beautiful ocean views, built-in barbecues, covered picnic areas, and summertime family-friendly concert events.

Chatsworth Park South

22360 Devonshire St.

Chatsworth, CA 91311

(818) 341-6595

http://www.laparks.org/dos/parks/facility/ch atsworthPkSouth.htm

Hike numerous trails here in the West San Fernando Valley. Enjoy the playground and picnic areas, and even a small "mountain" where the youngest of kids can hike and play.

Coldwater Canyon Park

12601 N. Mulholland Dr.

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(818) 769-4415

http://www.laparks.org/dos/parks/facility/co ldwaterCanyonPk.htm

Enjoy the many hiking and biking trails with views of the San Fernando Valley. Enjoy the picnic areas and family-friendly events including family volunteer services to care for nature.

Franklin Canyon Park

2600 Franklin Canyon Drive

Beverly Hills CA 90210

(310) 858-7272

http://www.lamountains.com/planning_franklin .html

This nearby escape from the city has miles of hiking trails, a duck pond, grassy meadows, a lake, and picnic areas. Check the schedule for family fun campfires with s'mores, stories and singing!

Lake Balboa (at Anthony C. Beilenson Park)

6300 Balboa Blvd.

Van Nuys, CA 91406

(818) 756-9743

http://www.laparks.org/dos/aquatic/facility/ lakeBalboa.htm

A man-made lake is the focal point of this park. Families can fish or rent pedal boats (although no swimming is allowed). Enjoy the large playground, barbecue picnic areas, and riding/walking trails.

Malibu Lagoon State Park & the Adamson House

23200 Pacific Coast Highway

Malibu, CA 90265

(310) 457-2240

http://www.adamsonhouse.org/

This location offers stunning ocean views, garden tours, marsh exploration and a museum. There are bird watching tours for kids 0-10, and binoculars are provided.

Marina Beach (a.k.a. Mother's Beach)

4101

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