City Terrace Park

City Terrace Park is a 15.3-acre public green space located in East Los Angeles, California. Established in 1933, the park has served as a vital recreational area for the local community for decades. The park is situated in a vibrant urban setting, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city surroundings.

One of the park's most distinctive features is its use of Arizona red sandstone in various structures and amenities. These sandstone elements were salvaged from the demolished 19th-century Los Angeles County Courthouse, adding a unique historical touch to the park's landscape. The reclaimed sandstone bricks, bearing the marks of their past, form a historic boulder garden between the playground and baseball field, and also line the northern end of the park.

City Terrace Park provides a wide range of recreational facilities catering to visitors of all ages. The park is especially popular during summer months, when families can take advantage of its cooling amenities. The park's terrain includes both flat areas for sports and terraced sections that add visual interest and variety to the landscape.

The park is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation, as City Terrace falls under county jurisdiction as an unincorporated area within the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Over the years, the park has continued to evolve and expand its offerings to meet the needs of the community it serves.