About
Park made up of 4 square blocks features a lake with geese against a city skyline backdrop.
Reviews are mixed — 3.6 out of 5 across 9,985 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 18 more parks 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 parks in Los Angeles.
What works
A genuine local landmark
9,985 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (5:00 AM – 10:30 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Free parking
Free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Easy to pair with a second stop
18 other parks sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
Worth knowing first
Reviews are mixed
A 3.6 average over 9,985 reviews sits below what most places in this category manage. Read a few before committing to a long drive.
Not aimed at young kids
Nothing here is flagged as child-oriented, so set expectations before bringing the family.
Popular enough to be busy
9,985 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 parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Amenities
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Common questions about MacArthur Park
What is MacArthur Park?
Park made up of 4 square blocks features a lake with geese against a city skyline backdrop. It is a park in Los Angeles, CA, at 2230 W 6th St.
What are the opening hours at MacArthur Park?
MacArthur Park is open 5:00 AM – 10:30 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at MacArthur Park?
Yes — MacArthur Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at MacArthur Park?
Parking options here include a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
Is MacArthur Park good for kids?
MacArthur Park is not listed as being geared toward children.
How is MacArthur Park rated?
MacArthur Park holds 3.6 out of 5 stars from 9,985 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Los Angeles has 18 other parks listed on AllParx, including Ferndell Nature Trail, Runyon Canyon Park and Forest Lawn.
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