Coldwater Canyon Park

What: Coldwater Canyon Park

Where: 1100 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210
The park is located at the base of Coldwater Canyon, just as you start to head over the hill toward the valley.

When to go: All days. The unique water feature is really fun for kids on hot days, although some of the playground equipment gets too hot in the direct sun.

Who: Toddlers that are steady on their feet and up.

Mama of L.A. Review
Coldwater Canyon Park has a great feature that other parks in the area do not, a great windy path of flowing water that is open for kids to splash around in on warm days. The water is really cold, but kids don't care and it actually feels great on hot days. We went this past Sunday and it was the first time the water was running. My daughter ran around in her t-shirt and diaper along with the other kids and had a great time! I wish I was a little more prepared, since she ended up wearing a shirt of mine home, but she certainly did not mind.

This park also has great toddler swings. May sound funny, but they have long chains and the toddlers get a really "wide" swing. My daughter goes crazy with laughter here more than any other park. Another feature that I like is that there is an "older" and a "younger" playground area with plenty equipment for a lot of kids to have fun. The only down side is that it can get busy and a bit over crowded, which always takes the fun out of a park.

Overall, if you go a little earlier in the morning or afternoon, avoiding the masses, you will find a little oasis at Coldwater Park.

Extra Tips: Definitely bring a change of clothes or a swimsuit for your child, they will get soaked! Sunscreen is a must. Saturday and Sunday mornings are quiet and nice, with not too many people running around. Bring snacks and plenty of water, kids get a great workout here.