Free things to do in East & South LA, Los Angeles

Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area

📍 Baldwin Hills · East & South LA

County-operated state recreation area with coastal sage scrub, picnic sites, fishing lake, lotus pond, playgrounds, and several miles of trails in Baldwin Hills.

💵 Park access with vehicle fees: California State Parks page lists hourly parking $2 and vehicle day use $6. LA County operates the site; regional parks closed Mondays and Tuesdays per county page.

🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026