Browse through this exciting website and discover parks, programs, events, and facilities throughout the City of Bakersfield.
Need an after school program? Want to get in shape? How about swimming or scuba diving? Explore the possibilities within your community.
Updates:
Press Release: 11/10/09 Public Meeting – Kern River Parkway Issues
Central Park At Mill Creek Opening Celebration Recap
2008 Recreation & Parks Annual Report
Photo Policy: Please be advised that all participants involved in any department programs or special events are subject to be photographed. Such photographs may be used by the City of Bakersfield without an obligation to provide compensation to those photographed. Photos may be used for print and website publications in addition to other promotional items related to the City of Bakersfield.
Filming of or within City Parks and Facilities: A film permit is required for all commercial activities.
Office Location
The City of Bakersfield Recreation & Parks administrative office is located at City Hall North. City Hall North is located across the street from the Bakersfield Police Department at 1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.
Park Security!
Help keep your parks safe, be a part of the Park Watch community. Report any suspicious behavior at any City park to the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111. To report graffiti, please call (661) 32-ERASE or report online at www.BakersfieldGraffiti.us.

