West Hollywood’s Best Parks for Picnics

Relax in the bright sunlight and balmy breezes of West Hollywood’s many parks and outdoor spaces. With a popular farmer’s market and tons of cafés to choose from, pick up your favorite eats and non-alcoholic drinks, then stroll over to a grassy spot to picnic in style!

Kings Road Park
Enjoy this quaint, pet-friendly neighborhood park, located within walking distance from Sunset Strip hotels.

1000 N. KINGS ROAD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, 90069 
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.–dusk
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.–dusk

Plummer Park
Lounge and picnic in this peaceful green space or come to play chess, basketball, and tennis with locals. You can even get a good work out on the chin up bars.

7377 SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, 90069
Daily, 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
Tennis Courts: Daily, 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
(323) 848-6530

West Hollywood Library
When the West Hollywood Library’s remodel was completed in 2011, the Los Angeles Times called it one of “the most impressive pieces of public architecture to open in Southern California in a decade,” noting that its mismatch of styles and inspirations, ranging from Frank Gehry to Michelangelo, somehow all come together in a way that just works. If you need a little break from the sun, come here to thumb through some books and magazines or grab coffee and a bite in the downstairs cafe. The West Hollywood Park and the Pacific Design Center are next-door.

625 N. SAN VICENTE BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, 90069
Monday to Thursday ,11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday to Saturday ,10 a.m.–6 p.m.
(323) 652-5340

IMPORTANT NOTE: West Hollywood Park is undergoing construction for enhancements and new features. Certain areas of the park may not be accessible but the park will remain open during construction.

West Hollywood Park, Pool & Tennis Courts
Perfect for swimming, tennis, gymnastics, and lounging! Enjoy lap lanes and water fitness classes. Play rooftop tennis on the fifth floor and take in the sweeping views of West Hollywood and downtown.

647 N. SAN VICENTE BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069
Park Hours: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Pool Hours: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Tennis Court Hours: 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Park Phone: (323) 848-6534
Pool Phone: (323) 848-6538

William S. Hart Park and Off-Leash Dog Park
Let your dog run free among the mulch and wood chips in this clean, well-kept park while you enjoy a little greenery. There are lots of benches for people, too.

8341 DE LONGPRE AVENUE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90069
Daily 6 a.m.–Midnight
(323) 848-6308

Small Parks and Open Spaces

Formosa Park –A quiet retreat from the city
A small, yet beautifully landscaped retreat from the city.

1140 N FORMOSA AVENUE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90046
Monday to Friday 9 a.m.–dusk
Saturday to Sunday 10 a.m.–dusk

Havenhurst Park—Historic West Hollywood
A beautifully designed pocket park located on top of a private parking garage. 

1351 HAVENHURST DRIVE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90046
Monday to Friday 9 a.m.–dusk
Saturday to Sunday 10 a.m.–dusk

Sal Guarriello Veterans Memorial –Lovely green space
This lovely green space doubles as a park and a memorial for U.S. veterans. It is named for Sal Guarriello (1919-2009), a WWII veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and former West Hollywood City Councilmember. He served as West Hollywood’s mayor four times, each term lasting one year. 

SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD AT HOLLOWAY DRIVE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90069

Crescent Heights Triangle and Matthew Shepard Human Rights Memorial
A pocket park honoring Matthew Shepard and other gay men and women who lost their lives because they “sought to be true to themselves.”

CRESCENT HEIGHTS BOULEVARD AT SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90046