Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

About

Vast park boasting a 70-acre lake for fishing & boating, plus a summer swim beach & water play area.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 4,789 Google reviews.

Mind the closed days: Monday and Tuesday. 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

Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 4,789 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
4,789 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
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.
Free parking
Free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.

Worth knowing first

Closed Monday and Tuesday
Check the hours panel before you set out — the closed days are easy to miss.
Popular enough to be busy
4,789 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 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

What to bring

Water
A blanket or folding chair
Sunscreen on clear days
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

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Common questions about Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area

What is Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?

Vast park boasting a 70-acre lake for fishing & boating, plus a summer swim beach & water play area. It is a park in Los Angeles, CA, at 15501 Arrow Hwy.

What are the opening hours at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?

Hours vary by day: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

Are dogs allowed at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?

Yes — Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?

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

Is Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area good for kids?

Yes — Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area rated?

Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,789 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.