DeForest Park

About

Park with a basketball court, community center, nature trail, playground, & more.

Reviews lean positive — 4.3 out of 5 across 1,201 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more recreation centers in Los Angeles are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other recreation centers in Los Angeles.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.3 average from 1,201 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
A genuine local landmark
1,201 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
1,201 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for recreation centers, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Indoor programming — classes, a gym, courts, meeting rooms — usually behind a membership or a drop-in fee.

A good fit for regulars who want indoor space that works year-round.

When to go

Schedules rotate by season, so confirm the class or open-gym block before heading over. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

What to bring

ID or membership card
Indoor shoes
A lock for the changing room
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

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Common questions about DeForest Park

What is DeForest Park?

Park with a basketball court, community center, nature trail, playground, & more. It is a recreation center in Los Angeles, CA, at 6255 De Forest Ave.

What are the opening hours at DeForest Park?

DeForest Park is open 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at DeForest Park?

Yes — DeForest Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at DeForest Park?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is DeForest Park good for kids?

Yes — DeForest Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is DeForest Park rated?

DeForest Park holds 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,201 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Los Angeles has 19 other recreation centers listed on AllParx, including The WalkGood Yard, Geeky Teas & Games and Khalsa Care Foundation.