Sunset Park – San Marcos

Wow what a nice park. Lots of space looks like a perfect place for a kids birthday party. Splash pads are decent just wish there was shade over the sitting area for the adults. I melted while the kids cooled off ! Loved it will definitely return.

It’s been years since my initial review and I have to say, this park has grown on me. I think the newness has worn off because this park isn’t as crowded as before. It can get busy when kids are off from school, but not as crowded as before.
There are two parts of this park and they area connected by a walkway. Easy to go back and forth. Just something to note, only one part has swings.
Both my kids happily play here. The splashpads are turned off due to the drought, but it’s still all good.
There are a few picnic tables in the back, a sand volleyball court (which kids always want to play in with their sand toys), basketball court, clean bathrooms, and a few water fountains by the bathrooms.
I’m happy to upgrade this park to four stars. We really enjoy it.

I really enjoy taking my kids to this park. There are lots of open spaces and different types of play structures which encourages them to spread out and enjoy themselves.
Always a plus are the restrooms located conveniently on each ends of the park and near the 2 different children’s playgrounds.
What I hope to see more of in the future is more shade around the playgrounds perimeters. I would love it if the city puts in more big trees for shade. There is so much room at this park, but mostly grass as far as the eyes can see. Trees that offer shade during the hot California weather would be a great attraction to this park. Also, I would love to have them do more interesting native plants vegetations in the surrounding areas, less used areas. Like I said, this park offers little in bio diverse plantings along the pathways although there looks to be a natural preserve off to the side that is inaccessible. Parks are great places to educate the public regarding the natural plant and animal habitats found in the local community. Having a small demonstration garden would be a great benefit for the general public instead of the sterile and non native grass lawns although that is also needed for sports like soccer fields etc.

We like this park!!! Found it recently and have been coming once a week ever since. The big open spaces keep my dogs nose interested and happy. She can’t wait to get here and get sniffing!!! I did think it would be bigger but the various paths allow us to build our own route for walking and jogging. We switch it up each time and always have fun!

two different playgrounds, one for younger, one for older. The bigger one is covered.

Half court basketball court is nice but since it’s half court, not enough players to play with. Good for exercise though…

This is a really nice park. Plenty of open space to play sports/​games, there are basketball courts, a great playground for the kids, and the splash pad, which was awesome before the drought restrictions came into play. There is a great view from the top of the park. Only drawback is the breeze can get pretty cold up there so make sure to bring a jacket.

Great family friendly park with a true to is namesake awesome sunset over the Pacific Ocean each night. Great kid things to play on at either side of the park… and it’s all right here in beautiful San Marcos!

7am and here with my dogs at the dog park. I love it early because their is not to many dogs this early. Always clean and quiet.

I almost don’t want to review this since I don’t want it becoming well known but it’s large enough to share ;). Great park hidden away off the main roads in vista. I drive past it everyday on my way too and from but had never been until recently. In a given week night it’s FULL of tiny people football, baseball, soccer, and cheer practice. My boyfriends soccer league plays here at the indoor/​outdoor soccer field every week. It’s well kept, light well at night but not too bright, very large with a lot of walking paths, small bridge, playgrounds, fields, hills, and a dog park that is split into big and little dogs. Dogs are allow throughout the rest of the park as well as long as they are on a leash. You will find this park booming with local families, joggers, solo speakers, students, and kids. However it remains large enough to house every one while still having plenty of your own space.
The dog parks have a decent amount of friends everyday and are large and well taken care of. They don’t smell horribly bad like some others, and the benches and water area are well kept.

What a beautiful park. Sadly it’s hidden away and the only people who know about it are the locals. The park is off the main street of Rancho Santa Fe. There are a few turns to get there and the entrance is towards a dead end streets after a big long hill.
I was really surprised of how large this park is. The parking lot has tons of parking space. I decided to walk around and there are different areas (west and east parks) where you can plant your stay.
There is a dog park, an enclosed soccer area, a couple of play grounds, LARGE open grassy areas, frisbee golf course, covered picnic areas and bathrooms at each end of the park.
It’s beautifully maintained and when I came here on a holiday weekend, it was practically empty. There were some parties, but nothing distracting, loud or annoying.
The views from the west side of the park are nice and they overlook a greenery and some nice homes.

Ok, keep your bathingsuits and towels in the car and head to the beach, not this park if you are looking to cool off this summer. The park has lotssss of green over watered grass! but not 1 drop of water for a cool zone for the kids!? Crazy, I know! Spash pad is shut down due to the drought. Speak up tax payers!!!

Sunset park is great for parties! They have this large shaded area for a large group. Their nearby playground area is really nice too.
They also have two separate dog parks– one for smaller dogs and one for large dogs. I would suggest bringing your own tennis balls. There are poopy-​bag stations and water bowls available.

Great park hidden away.
Visited this park during a babywearing meet. It’s up on a hill and tucked away in San Marcos. Park has soft foam flooring with a decent size play ground and just above it is a gazebo type area for parties to be held.
Lots of shading and clean.
I would consider having my kiddos bday there, great overall.

Sunset Park is a nice place to take your doggies for a long and fun walk. The park has plenty of space to let them roam around and take in all the smells. There are a few areas that have flat grass where you can run with your pups and let them expel some of that cooped up energy.
The park does have two fenced in dog areas on the west end if you want to let them off leash. The small dog area is pretty small and narrow. The surface is also dirt which I am not fond of. I prefer grass at Montiel or artificial at SPCA so our dogs do not get as dirty.
The park is open from sunrise to sunset (that is what the sign on the East sign says, not sure about West side) and offers a variety of activities. It is a very short drive from Rancho Santa Fe Rd. This park is definitely worth checking out.

Well, look at this park, San Marcos. Who knew?
I was looking for somewhere to sit and relax while enjoying a coffee, eating some breakfast and maybe even opening a book up to study a bit had the breeze not kept interfering. I pulled this place up on my Unilocal app and was quite impressed with what I saw once I actually arrived. It kind of blew me away actually. I really wasn’t expecting such a large, clean and beautiful park.
It’s the perfect park to enjoy the great outdoors. It has a large outdoor grass area for soccer/​futbol/​footbal/​lacrosse/​whatever, an indoor soccer field, a couple playgrounds, several restrooms, several benches and picnic tables. This place has a huge open space for all your day at the park, recreational needs. There is plenty of sidewalk to take a stroll along and tons of shaded canopies over the picnic areas. The grounds seem well maintained and seem to be a big hit with families, children and pets.
Get outside, people! Really, this is a pretty impressive park. It has something for everybody.
Like I said, who knew?

Wholly Molly New Park Batman!
And did they skimp at all on this new neighborhood attraction? Nope!
Hidden right in the middle of suburbia San Marcos/​Vista, Sunset park has beenopen less than a year. That means everything from the sand volleyball courts to the expansive playing fields, baseball diamonds and kids play structures are top notch… but the real draw is the «Water attractions»! Not only is the kids lay area covers, but it has both some of the most modern and interactive play structures I have ever seen as well as a large circular area with a fountain and water jets and water play things. This are is perfect for your kids 3 to perhaps 10 years of age… where they can play, get wet and have a good time… all with easy reach of their parents. Be aware though, that during the summer the afternoons can get very busy here as the word has gotten out!

This is a great park with a variety of spaces for everyone to enjoy. There are two playgrounds for kids, many different covered areas with picnic tables, a splash area, basketball hoops, frisbee golf course, gated dog park, soccer field, and about a half mile, or so, of trail weaving around the entire park. Most of the paths are paved, but there is a small section that is a more conventional trail path.
I like heading here after work to walk the dogs or take a jog. The facility is well maintained, and the people here are always pleasant.

Love this place! I don’t know what the other reviewers are talking about with things broken. Nothing is ever broken and the bathrooms are good as well!
Love the splash pad and this park is extremely well maintained! My son loves this park and I enjoy it as well!
Brought my two sisters with me yesterday here and we all had a blast with my son, spinning, playing on the teeter totter and climbing the snake! Everything about the park seems new and clean. I love the basketball courts as well, my husband and I love shooting around when we come as well (while my son chases the basketball back and forth :))
My son is 2 and the park by the splash pad is perfect for him! He likes the park by the dog park down the pathway as well but it’s for older kids so I have to be sure and stand right by him while he plays at that one because of the height.
All in all this is my favorite park in north county SD by far. Ill be sad to leave this park when we move to Arizona!

As of January 2013, the playground is well maintained– in good working order!
This is a hidden gem! I live in Carlsbad and I think it’s worth the drive for my twin preschoolers to come play at the playground and in the water features.
The playground is encircled by concrete walls– it’s not completely sealed off but it gives a clear definition of the play area. Unless your kid really likes to wander off, it’s a good place to keep an eye on them. I went on a Friday morning– there were a lot of kids– a very busy area, but not overwhelming. I sat on the grass on the perimeter and didn’t have any problem keeping an eye on my 3 yr old girls. I think if you’re comfortable with your kid playing independently, without needing hands-​on assistance, you should be fine.
My girls loved the spinning equipment– all kinds of rotating buckets and bars that kids can sit on and spin around at an angle. The play area flooring is a combination of rubber foam and wood chips in different areas. The water area is concrete and foam.
Note– since this is a fairly new park, your car GPS may have trouble finding it. I also had trouble using Google Maps! You may need to enter the intersection (La Mirada and Puesta del Sol) NOT La Puesta del Sol — which is in Pismo Beach :-) And you CANNOT reach the park from Pointsettia Ave & La Mirada– road is blocked off.