The Best Park / Open Space in Mission

Dolores Park

One of the more popular parks in the city, Dolores Park has several basketball courts, tennis courts, playgrounds, and grassy hills where locals hang out to relax. Great view of downtown from the top of the hill near 20th and Church streets. Get lun... more

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Franklin Square

Bring the whole family to explore this newly renovated play space. The lighted, artificial turf soccer field is the pride of the neighborhood, and the bright, modern playground will entertain kids of all ages. A dual-level design provides small tots... more

Garfield Square

Garfield Square is located in the city's Mission District, and has a swimming pool, athletic field, playground, courts and areas for passive recreation. The newly renovated Garfield Center comprises a 3,550 square foot clubhouse and pool building... more

In Chan Kaajal Park

In Chan Kaajal Park, located at 17th and Folsom, is a small park in the Mission that features a playground, garden, and picnic area. more

James Rolph Jr. Playground

Jmes Rolph Jr. Playground has been transformed into a dynamic community center. Kids love the new clubhouse and modern play structures, while the athletic fields and programs are popular with all ages. The park also features play structures for kids,... more

Jose Coronado Playground

Open from 5am - 12midnight, Jose Coronado Playground features a community clubhouse that offers workshops and classes. There is a full basketball court, tennis court and play structure, but blacktop soccer and baseball are also popular. * Communi... more

Mission Playground

There's a rec center, tennis, basketball and soccer (poppy foot) courts as well. more

Mission Valencia Greenway

The Mission & Valencia Green Gateway is a partnership of the SFPUC, Planning Department, and Department of Public Works, located along Valencia Street between Cesar Chavez and Mission streets. This project will feature innovative green infrastruct... more

Parque de los Ninos

Parque de los Niños Unidos is a hidden gem in the Mission. The new-ish playground equipment is similar to the equipment at JK and Sunnyside parks. There's a rope jungle gym, a merry-go-round, several swings, a tire swing, a sand pit, and a see... more

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Potrero Del Sol Park - La Raza Park

At the end of Utah Street, near 25th Street, is Potrero del Sol, otherwise known as La Raza Park. The park has pathways and benches, rolling hills, lawns and trees. The Portrero Skate Park replaced a pond at the lower end of the park. There is plent... more

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