Edward Vincent Jr. Park

I absolutely love this large, family friendly park. Great for walking, running, picnicking or playing. The squirrels are friendly so please be nice. Weekends are busy since there are two baseball/softball fields, a football/soccer field, a bike track and a basketball court. Bathrooms are clean and throughout the park. Parking is ample.

Very big park lots of areas to explore and play

2 skate parks, turf soccer fields, hills, a playhouse, an outdoor auditorium, a pool, baseball fields, tennis courts, grass all day, paved trails, exercise equipment, trees, playgrounds, bathrooms, and the roads all around the park are barricaded off from the major through streets to limit traffic around the park. Too bad people leave their trash everywhere or it'd be a really beautiful place.

Edward Vincent is not the prettiest park nor the most accessible but when you walk through the park and observe the people who live around here, you'll feel it emanating from them -- their love of this park. as if it too were a close friend or relative. They take care of this park, look after it, and give back to it in different ways because the park --in ways big and small, and often in ways our eyes can't see -- always has something to give them. Come visit and explore. And just open yourself to the energy of the park. Then you'll feel it. In the people and the trees and the squirrels and the grass and the train running beside the park, and the skateboards grating through the asphalt, and the laughter from the basketball court, and the scent of barbecue wafting from the picnic area, and the wind that rustles your hair.... Love.

Nice beautiful park to go for a walk and a good place to rake your kids during the day! There are multiple play grounds and multiple swing sets. A whole lap arpund the park is a mile. Lots of sun and shady spots surrounds by trees. Do be aware of your surroundings for there are a couple of homeless people near.

If your ever in Inglewood you have to stop and take a walk at this park .Its great for kids with multiple play grounds and plenty of room to walk your dog.

🌳 Amenities and Attractions Sports Facilities: Fields and Tracks: Play Areas: Five playgrounds catering to children of various ages, picnic areas, and a multipurpose building used by the Girl Scouts. Cultural Venues: The Willie Agee Playhouse, a 55-seat theater offering acting classes, open mic nights, and performances by local theater groups.

Edward Vincent Jr. Park in Inglewood, CA (700 Warren Lane) is a vibrant 55‑acre municipal park, originally established around historic Centinela Springs and renamed in 1997 to honor Inglewood’s first Black mayor, Edward Vincent Jr.

One of my favorite parks for the sheer size. In La these parks are a blessing as there are no many full scale parks in this city. About a 20-25 minute walk round trip with slight hills as you approach the soccer field. Diverse park with all walks of life and you'll get to see an occasional mole rat (ground hog) I forget but makes my day seeing them pop out of the ground. Tennis courts, basketball courts (needs a fence) I don't know why they still don't have a fence after all these years... playing basketball with no rebounder is a hassle not needed. Let the youth work on their game lol

A beautiful public recreational park. A wide open grassy field, an excellent ballpark, and plenty of lot parking. Awesome!

This is a super cool park! They have a pump track perfect for skateboarding, bmx bikes, scooters, roller skaters. Lots of fun!! Fun park for a nice day. Tennis courts available, baseball field, nice track for jogging or walking, clean restrooms and lots of parking available. We only tried the Pump Tracks - we'll definitely be back!

Super pretty park. I've taken my daughter and step daughter her a few times and they always have a great time. The park is kept up, freshly renovated definitely a nice time for the family. For those Saturdays with nothing going on, go to the park!

Finally got to try the new pump track here. I got here very early in the morning to beat the crowd but there was still a handful of people. Seemed like everyone was being mindful of each other, including the little ones. This pump track was a work out! I took a couple spills but luckily no collisions. Unfortunately a few people left without picking up after themselves. Please don't be those people. Pick up after yourselves! Let's keep our parks clean. I can't wait to come back.

The new baseball field at Edward Vincent Park is great. I cannot believe there are no more gopher holes in the outfield. The kids can play in safety, you just have to watch out for the coyotes. Shout out to Clayton Kershaw and his family for dedicating this for you to the community of Inglewood Champions field is a beautiful field as well and I'm so proud that my son is able to play on this great field. This is a iconic park that has been in Inglewood before it was a Inglewood the spring that flows through it was here before they discovered California. It is just a great place to be outside and enjoy God's great creation. It also has so many activities for adults, children, and all who want to enjoy the outdoors.

Every time I come to visit, I'm amazed by the new upgrades. I love taking morning walks around the trail, listening to the birds chirping, and peacefully admiring the beautiful environment. The sight of the stunning metro line passing never fails to impress me. The upgraded baseball/softball fields and the new pickleball courts are also worth mentioning.

Omg!!! A H U G E and clean park! So many amenities two jungle gyms , two restrooms, a basketball court , swimming pool, football field with fake grass *easy to clean off shoes* (champions stadium) and I believe a basketball diamond. Lots of beautiful trees and lovely plush grass , free of trash !! Saw lots of folks walking dogs and going on jogs - loved every moment of this location when we came out to superfest (all inclusive , COvid mandate followed , sports event ) So much funnnnn and space !

We came to this park for Inglewood's very first City of the Champions 5K walk/run event. On line the event was supposed to be from 7am til noon. We checked in, signed paper work then waited in the car for 1hr. 35mins. They didn't start til around 8:20am. One on the staff led everyone in a 10 min. warm up. There were about 6 vendors & a live DJ pumping the music out. The course was pretty much flat with a few hills, plus along the course were three water stations. All of the staff was super friendly and helpful. After finishing the course you were treated with fruit, water and a very full goodie bag. The highlight of this event was that the mayor of Inglewood Ca, James T. Butts Jr. ran and walk with us along the course. We had a great experience here, I can't wait to do it again.

I love coming to this park. I have been coming as a kid. At first I used to go to play as a kid obviously and there are different sections of the park to do different activities. For example they have tennis courts where I would play, and all through out the park there are areas to play soccer or football or such sport, they have a playground, a soccer field, a baseball field, and a basketball court. My family likes to also get together at this park for Easter. We usually come early to reserve our table and set up. There is plenty of parking all around however, for such events parking is frustrating. Now as an adult I enjoy to workout here. The whole park is approx.. 1 mile round. The park is always kept well and clean so when I run around I really enjoy the scenic view. I also enjoy running because they have up hills and down hills. They also have stairs where you get more of a workout.

Great place near West street . 3 mins drive and kids can have so much fun ! There are soccer and football games in the evening and weekend. You can also see birthday parties from time to time

They are doing great things with this park. New skateboard rink, theater and pool! Walking trail is nice

Edward Vincent Park has been the destination for family's and camps during the Summer. The pool facility in particular, a seasonal pool is equipped with two pools: kitty pool (2ft-3ft) and a big pool (2ft-9ft) roughly a 32 yrd pool and ADA compliant. Since it is open only during the Summer, their opening day is usually the second Wednesday of June and ALWAYS closes on Labor Day. Pool hours: Wednesday-Sunday CLOSED Mondays and Tuesdays Rec Swim (Wed-Sun) 12:30-4:00pm Youth swim lessons (Wed-Fri) 9:30, 10:30, 4:30 Adult swim lessons (Sat-Sun) 10-10:45 Parent&Me (Sat) 11-11:45 Group Reservations: Groups bigger than 20 must fill out a reservation application. It must be done in person and require approval. First come first serve basis. Slots fill pretty quick! ALL SWIMMERS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAVIER. And last but not least.. it's $1 to go swimming :)

I love this park!! It's one of the last hidden gems in Los Angeles County. It's a great place to enjoy a walk, jog, or bring the kids to play. All in all, it's very clean and safe. There aren't any homeless encampments around. There are plenty of tables and covered areas if you want to have a B-Day party or gathering. There is plenty of space for social distancing. You'll see squirrels, birds, and plenty of big trees!

This park would always have five stars in my opinion. It's my childhood "go to". One thing I have always admired since I was child is how clean it is. It's always been green and pretty. I'm not sure if the pools still open up or not but they were always clean, fun and we'll supervised. There's always plenty of parking, including street parking if you can find it. Always plenty for the kiddos to do. They supply different things to satisfy everyone's needs. From picnic tables to basketball ball courts, soccer fields, slides and swings and let's not forget about the marry go rounds. Plenty of spots to kick back alone or with your family. Want junk food? No worries because different types of ice cream trucks are constantly making their rounds. It's an awesome park especially seeing it's location.

I just want to let you all know this is the sketchiest park I have ever been to. Okay - I'm gonna be honest - I went there because I heard it was sketchy. I'm an artist, so I have to experience life to create life. I went there around 10:30PM. I was terrified, but my friend wanted to see if this was a real "cruising" spot ... girl ... the girls were OUT. There were men EVERYWHERE seeking sex. I was really shook. Within minutes my friend was sucking this man's dick! Mind you the man had a ski mask on!! I was terrified, but after seeing this exchange and realizing how hard it is to be a gay, Black man in America, I calmed down. These men just wanted to be loved and love, but maybe they didn't feel like they could love who they love in public. Like they couldn't be themselves anywhere else other than the shadows ... anyway, I will never go back. I could have died.

Beautiful park. But for some people it's great to drink beer and smoke marijuana, no police are patrolling this area, Sad to say but that's what happening.... Legal? It's looks like.

As a native Angeleno, this is another one of those places in the county I should have visited YEARS ago... it's right near my church and is huge! It's the park that keeps on giving! I found myself in a funky mood yesterday after work. I was reminded that morning about a meeting at church and knew that if I went home between the office and the meeting, I would end up missing my meeting. So even though I wanted to crawl in my bed, some inconsistent rain drops were falling, and I didn't have a complete workout outfit in my car, I put on my tennis shoes and hat, parked in the lot adjacent to Champions Field, and got to steppin'. I have no idea the distance covered when touring the circumference of this park, but it's a decent! There are a couple of inclines that add interest to your walk or run. I started by visiting the closest restroom available which started my building favorable impression of the grounds. I don't visit many parks, and even fewer park restrooms, but I was enthralled with this one because: - it was constructed, in part, with bricks (one of my favorite building materials - it reminds me of my childhood summers in Savannah, Georgia). - although it smelled like most park bathrooms (unlike bleach or Fabuloso®), every stall contained toilet seat covers and toilet tissue. - there were locks on every stall door. - it had an individual hand dryer that was powerfully functioning. Already wordy review short, the more I walked this park, the more pockets of funness I discovered! This massive park showcased multiple amenities that made me want to take pictures with the finds between each little rolling hill... - multiple playgrounds that include cork-like foundations so kids don't hurt themselves as much when they fall - a plethora of fields for baseball, basketball, lacrosse, tennis, etc., as well as a beach-inspired volleyball court - a spacious skateboard park - fitness stations similar to those at gyms - numerous grassy areas for eating al fresco along with table options for dining and gathering - a vast assortment of luscious trees - new and established - that make for perfect picture taking - numerous bathrooms (I didn't visit any besides the afore-mentioned one) - random art pieces like "vases" (without flowers) and built in benches with mosaic details - a playhouse, as in a venue that runs theatrical shows - an area with two swimming pools - a mini rock climbing wall - an amphitheater with seating made of bricks and a stage onto which you could choreograph some cool dance moves (or is that just how I would use it?) The downsides to this park - as there are some to most... - though a large portion of this park borders Florence (which will, soon, have a metro line in between the two), it's not an inviting part of the park. I took a back way to get to one of the few parking lots that align the park. You may have an easier time trying to access one from Centinela. - as I was using the restroom, some young boys entered it to smoke some weed. I loudly exclaimed, "Ummm - are there boys in the women's restroom?" One answered, "Sorry. We are leaving." Though they ended up going next door to the men's restroom to hotbox, they did apologize to me for invading the wrong bathroom before I told them I smelled what they were doing and they apologized again. - there is plenty of graffiti on the beautiful brick structures and the art fixtures. Exploring this park helped turn my mood from funky to fresh... what a gem in Inglewood! I WILL return! 2018 Challenge - 26 of 100

Beautiful park. There are over 6 kinds of kid playground in this wide beautiful lush park. And plenty of space to run around, or take a nice walk. Lots of picnic space, and also this is where the pool is too. One gripe is the litter problem. Why do you trash it? I think we can do better.

What a hidden gem. And a cool skate park too? With a 55-seat theatre. AND a huge outdoor amphitheatre. AND a lovely swimming pool. AND great tennis courts...And basketball courts....and and and...and the green lush grass on undulating hills. Not to mention super nice people everywhere. AND very clean. I usually approach Inglewood from the 105, driving on Prairie past the Forum, to Inglewood Memorial Park and Cemetery, where I spend some time with my loved one. Little did I know there was this wonderful sprawling park on the other side of the cemetery off the busy busy of Florence Ave. I came to see a play that at the William Agee Playhouse, and what a lovely surprise on a sunny blustery Saturday morning...to find ample parking...a sweet kids playground with those cushy rubber floors for any unexpected mishaps off the jungle gym. The playhouse, which had been closed for five years, is back and that's exciting!! It's located just behind the kids playhouse (below sightlines from the parking lot), so just trust it's there...it's just a short pleasant walk from the parking, and has a cute gingerbread-y feel...inside, a cozy blackbox. The outdoor theatre behind up a slight incline and beyond that, picnic benches. I can imagine musical concerts here really are wonderful...Inglewood deserves such a gorgeous park...and the rest of L.A. must come and check out the lively theatre here, especially because the city (I'm told) is interested in developing new work here. Now that's a rarity! Big thumbs up! See a play and come early to enjoy the park. And thanks to the rolling hills, which keeps sightlines inside the park, and not on the flanking busy noisy city streets, in no time flat there's a welcomed feeling of "get away from it all" while still being in a big city. Yay City of Inglewood for such a nice clean park.

Nice park. The running trail/loop is about a mile depending which route you take. There's everything you need there so super convenient! Free parking, and multiple lots... it's a good size. There's neighborhood street parking too. Swimming pool, 2 x full basketball courts, I think 4 x tennis courts, football field, and plenty of equipment for kids to enjoy. There's a mini amphitheater-like area with a stage that I thought it pretty neat. I'm sure they do fun family-friendly shows on the stage but i don't know of any at the moment.

This park is really big. It has tennis courts, a skate board ramp, basketball court, 3 pools, lots of jungle gyms, a bbq area and lots more. There's paths all over the park so you don't have to walk thru the grass. There's lots of different beautiful trees. It's really pretty in the autumn because you get to crunch thru the leaves :) It has been heavily guarded by the park ranger so it's pretty much always clean. It's a lot safer her now than it was 10 years ago. I have however seen some homeless people living behind the tennis court and by the softball area. So just stay aware of your surroundings and all should be fine :)

I consider this park a good park to bring your family to for family functions and it is a great park to work out at you will enjoy the scenery

This park is much improved from the 1990s. It is now safe, very clean, it has ample space for running, jogging, swimming, picnicking,. There are ample tables, and multiple playgrounds to choose from.

Park is huge! There used to be a river of some sort that ran right down the middle, supposedly a water reservoir is still under the tennis courts. LOTS of history here, you kind of get an idea of how special this park is, by going behind the pool area and reading the historical statue/plaque that was put up here. Probably the heart of Centinela Valley when settlers first started moving in. LOOK IT UP! I have been coming to this park for decades. Growing up, this was the go to spot for families in and around 90301/90302 area codes. There was a really awesome Dennis the Menace playground w 4 slides, a bunch of stairs, climbing crap, a pirate lookout tower. It was fn awesome! All metal equipment so when you ate shit, you ate shit! Swings, a robot double slide to the right of Dennis the menace were also main stays here for years. Unfortunately, everyone turned to sissy's, so they removed this glorious playground and replace it with one of those crappy ass plastic playgrounds that electroshock you whenever you attempt to play in them... Park still has a great pool, and toddler pool area, although I'm not sure if the toddler pool is still open. Park is so huge it has like 3 or 4 other playgrounds in different locations of the park. Roads galore w lots of hills so it's a great place to come jog, ride your bike, roller blade, run, etc. Used to have 3 baseball fields, now there's only 2, soccer field replaced the original field at the top of the park. A big picnic area, tennis and basketball courts and lots of grass for kids to run around in. Great place for a quick football game w the FAM. Oh and there's a really cool amphitheater that use to host tons of programs like concerts and 4th of July festivals, but now looks super creepy and abandoned because of the cheap ass city and the morons who ran it into the ground. It's a shame that the city doesn't put more money into its park and rec programs because it would be an awesome awesome park (take a look at El Segundo's park and recs program) its embarrassing... Anyway, overall, Great Park could be better run and they need to change the name back to CENTINELA PARK. Ed Vincent Jr my fn sack...

Has the potential to be more than what it is...the park overall is huge and beautiful, but the lack of upkeep and little regulations keeps it from being a hidden gym of sorts. A few things include: 1. Damaged playground equipment that hasnt been repaired in over a year. 2. Neglected wading pool 3. Unregulated birthday parties (trash everywhere after one) 4. Golfer holes everywhere 5. Dirt patches where grass should be (due to soccer or lack of care) 6. Little to no security presence 7. Small homeless encampment (though this may have been cleared out) 8. Awkwardly separated baseball fields 9. lack of dog park 10. Some unsavory people (fiance once nearly followed into a restroom by a man). Plus 1. Large (55 acres) 2. Variety of trees 3. Multiple amenities (pool, theatre, running path, wifi) 4. Squirrels 5. Multiple Playgrounds 6. Ample parking

Park is really big and has lots of grass to sit down and hangout with friends. Great for having parties since it's really big.

Being an Inglewood resident my whole life and being familiar with every park and recreation center in the city this park is the premier and cream of the crop when it comes to the city of champs. This park is well kept and clean and the landscape is well taken care of. Everything you can think of is available at this park. Pools? of course! Skate park? surely! Tennis courts? no doubt! Basketball courts? Was that even in doubt. They have newly renovated turf football and soccer fields. They have a stage with seating for plays or other events. And of course they have the baseball fields and the play house along to go with the jungle gym and other common park amenities. There's plenty of parking and gives a safe environment for the whole family. They have a patio with BBQ pits and benchs and tables for gatherings. This park has it all everything you can ask for.

They have really good dance programs for the kiddos.. My daughter had been in fantasia dance off and on and by far she's the cheapest in Los Angeles.. And i love the way they dance around the community..she also does allot to build the girls self esteem.. Great!

Beautiful, clean, huge, ample parking, grass, tennis, basketball, and baseball courts, dog friendly (must be on-leash,) and seemed to be bbq friendly since a lot of people had their own bbq's out. Super nice park with even a skateboarding area. Will definitely be spending more time here with my pup for picnics with family and friends!

I'm always walking through this big A$$ park and for no other reason to go, look and see wth errbody be doing... I like to 'binocularize' the scenery and evaluate wth I think ppl be talking bout... some way some how I figure out who turns up like I be... ;-) then I turn them off and continue wandering full of aim... ( randomly stated ) lol 1432

This park has soo much to see! it is clean for the most part and well maintained. There is a variety of things to catch your eye and steal your focus! Parking is free, there is exercise equipment and a good walking trail! Had so much fun I look forward to going again!

First let me say 27 years old been coming here since a child . And today I bring my daughters here almost everyday, they love the whole park. I walk and run the trail it's a great family park

This is a great, community-oriented park. I like it because there are always a good number of people around, engaged in the many different activities we like to do in the great outdoors. There is a nice paved "trail" that takes walkers and joggers up and down gentle slopes that encircle a large inner space of lawn and trees, with picnic tables scattered here and there. On the outer sides are the many amenities for different sports activities: basketball, baseball, tennis, and several playgrounds for children of different age groups. The bathrooms are kept relatively clean (it's a public park!), as is the park itself. There are always a number of people around, staying in shape, walking their dogs, enjoying family outings. Parking lots at either end of the park, and some adjacent street parking. One very smart perk: dispensers where you can pull out plastic "baggies" to pick up after your dog. There may be two or three homeless people on site, but they stay to themselves and I have never seen anything problematic.

it is the best park in the world it has a soccer field which soccer is the best sport in the world in my opinion like or comment if you agree

Its a nice big park there are lots of places to bbq and playgrounds lots of them bathrooms skate park softball fields tennis courts soccer field basketball court and pool in the summer time. It has it all yeah. but the only thing i complain about is there is alot of homeless people sleeping there and they are kind of mean. Cops patrol this park regularly. They keep it well clean most of the time.

Love this park lol biggest park in Inglewood Has the Veterans memorial building there for seniors activities. The people there are friendly and very helpful. The have exercise classes for non seniors Lol there twice a wk. Very happy at this park it even has 4 jungle Jim's for the kids.

This park has new playground equipment and a swimming pool open Wednesdays thru Sundays in the summer. The cost is 1.00 per person, there is free parking on the street and in the lot.

This park is huge!! It has multiple playgrounds, skate boarding area, basket ball/tennis courts, and swimming pools. I just signed up my son for parent and me swimming lessons!

I visited the park for the first time this morning with a group of runners, and was impressed! This is a nice, spacious park, and the walking trail was do-able, even for beginning runners. There are some sloped areas where you can challenge yourself along the paved path. The grass areas were well manicured, and there was a playground with slides/swings and even a small skate park section for skateboarders. I will definitely return!

I LOVE this park! The running trail is awesome and there are multiple areas for kids to play. There's a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, and plenty of parking. There can be some unsavory characters hanging around from time to time but the park is so huge, I always just relocate to a different area of the facility.

This park is clean, safe and has everything you need. A pool, skatepark, soccer/football field, so many tennis courts, basketball courts, workout equipment, amphitheater and multiple playgrounds. Also lots of BBQ areas and picnic areas too. I love this park.

This park has cleaned up a lot in the past six years. i have been coming up this park for over 20 years. I also went to preschool here in the early 90s. Now I use this park for the running trails and the local skate park. i would recommend this park to anyone.

Favorite park although it's older its equiped to stand up to any of the newer public parks venues. Great park very rustic for a city park. I appreciate the shear size of centinela park.

nice park for the pool this sumer will be fun for my familly and friends ppl like to run and partty with familly and friends its nice to do a BBQ .

Dont come here unless you want to be robbed. I was wrong in thinking this place was safe in anyway at all. I was sitting on the bleachers in front of the baseball field with my friend just enjoying the day when two african american youths around 16 years old came and sat on a separate bleacher next to ours. Of course, me thinking that is a safe park, paid this no mind. Boy was that a mistake. 2 minutes later these kids walk up to me and my friend and ask us "Where yall from?, Yall bang?" To which we obviously replied no. The THUGS then got extremely close to us, pulled out a gun, and said "ok this is whats gonna happen, yall gonna empty out yall pockets". They robbed everything from me and my friend (wallets, phones, chargers) and proceeded to walk off like nothing happened. Keep in mind that this happened at 12:00 NOON there were runners all around and people playing basketball not far from us. This just goes to show how awful of a neighborhood this is. Had to call the police with a runners phone and i never retrieved my things. But luckily me and my friend escaped with our lives. Will NEVER visit this park again.