Oxnard’s Best Local Parks: Where to Picnic
Grab your picnic basket and head to Oxnard’s best local parks to relax and unwind with your family and friends.
The little ones will enjoy going down the slides on the playground as you get the grill ready for a tasty meal the whole family will enjoy. With pleasant weather year-round, Oxnard is a great place to visit for a day trip or a weekend excursion.
Best Parks in Oxnard
'olołkoy Beach Park
One of Oxnard’s prime jewels, 'olołkoy Beach Park is a 60-acre beach park, features a wide path for walking and exercise, beautiful dunes, and a playground the kids will love. Pack up your favorite eats for a BBQ and soak up the ocean breeze.
Amenities: Free public barbecue areas, Volleyball courts, Jogging paths, Bike rentals, Pirate ship jungle gym.
Activities: Volleyball, Walking, Biking, Surfing, Bodyboarding
Parking: Cash only only parking lot. Street parking is also available.
Fees:
- $1 per hour
- $5 all-day
Location: 1601 S Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
Channel Islands Harbor Parks
Peninsula Park
Home to Concerts by the Sea during the summer months, this park offers Harbor views that can’t be beaten. It’s also a popular destination for car shows and viewing boat parades.
Amenities: Tennis Courts, Children’s playground with slides and swings, Picnic tables, BBQ pits and Public restrooms.
Activities: Tennis, Playground, Biking, Running, Walking, BBQ’s
Details: Overnight camping is prohibited. The park is open from dusk to dawn. Dogs must be on a leash.
Location: 3333 Peninsula Rd, Oxnard, CA 93035
Harbor View Park
Watch the boats and wildlife in the Channel Islands Harbor. This quiet park features picnic tables and BBQs for a fun afternoon the whole family will enjoy.
Amenities: Picnic tables and BBQs overlooking Channel Islands Harbor Marina.
Activities: Walking, Running, Picnics
Location: 3600 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
Channel View Park
Watch the boats entering and leaving the harbor from this park located at the end of Harbor Blvd and Ocean Drive. It’s next to Hollywood Beach, and you’ll get a great view of Anacapa Island from here. Keep an eye out for seals and dolphins in the harbor.
Amenities: Picnic tables, No public restrooms
Activities: Fishing, Boat watching, Picnics
Parking: Parking lot located at the park.
Location: Ocean Drive and Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
Oxnard Parks You'll Love
College Park
Bring your furry friends to this Oxnard park featuring an off-leash area for pups.
Amenities: Soccer fields, Basketball courts, Playground, Picnic tables, Walkways and Public Restrooms.
Activities: Biking, Playground, Dog Park
Parking: Street parking and a private parking lot
Location: 3250 S Rose Ave, Oxnard, CA 93033
Southbank Park
Enjoy lots of open space that’s perfect for walking your dog. Kids will love the playground area featuring swings and slides.
Amenities: Playground, No Public Restrooms
Activities: Walking, Dog Walking, Playground
Location: 2600 Woodside Pl, Oxnard, CA 93036
Collection Park
Visit Oxnard’s premier outdoor and lifestyle entertainment center. Mark your calendar for the Rock The Collection summer concert series featuring local bands. During the holiday season, watch the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony and concert at The Collection.
Amenities: Art, Shopping, Dining, Public Restrooms
Activities: Live entertainment, Shopping, Dining, Walking
Parking: Metered Parking and Free Parking lots
Location: 2751 Park View Ct, Oxnard, CA 93036
Best Parks for Kids
- Southbank Park
- Peninsula Park
- Seabridge
- 'olołkoy Beach Park
- Rio Lindo Park
- Southwest Community Park
OXNARD Skate Parks
- Bedford Pinkard Skate Park (College Park)
- Oxnard Community Park West
Best Places for pickleball/Tennis IN OXNARD
Check out these tennis courts in Oxnard that can double up as tennis and pickleball courts. Enjoy top-notch surfaces and flexible layouts for all your favorite games.
Best Places to Enjoy A Picnic
- 'olołkoy Beach Park
- Marina Park
- Point Mugu State Park
Best Pop Up Picnic Vendors
OXNARD'S Best Parks to Listen to Live Music
- Collection Park - Rock The Collection + Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
- 'olołkoy Beach Park - Oxnard Jazz Festival - This day-long celebration at 'olołkoy Beach Park is a celebration of Jazz, Latin, Soul, Blues and R&B music.
- Peninsula Park - Check out Concerts by the Sea in the summertime, next door to Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor and directly across the water from Marine Emporium Landing.
- Plaza Park - Mark your calendars for the Annual Downtown Oxnard Tree Lighting Ceremony. Every year, families flock to Plaza Park to watch the 110-ft Christmas Tree light up. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and a visit from Santa. Spice things up at the Oxnard Salsa Festival. Sample spicy salsa varieties and watch the battle of the bands and live entertainment.
Best Parks for Dogs in Oxnard
- College Park Dog Park is an off-leash dog park with two areas for small and big canines. Your pup will love running on the agility equipment, and there’s also a shaded area with benches for the owners. Need to groom your furry friend? Use the pet bathing station on-site.
- Campus Park, the former site of Oxnard High School, is another off-leash dog park. It’s located on the corner of 5th and H streets.
- Jax’s Windrow Dog Park is an off-leash dog park located at 3052 North Ventura Road.
- 'olołkoy Beach Park is a great place to bring your pet. Dogs must be on a leash.
- Hollywood Beach - Dogs can roam free before 9 am and after 5 pm.
- Silver Strand Beach allows dogs on a leash before 9 am and after 5 pm.
Related: Pet-friendly places in Oxnard
