Ortega Park

604 East Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

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Ortega Park, located at 604 East Ortega Street in Santa Barbara, California, has been a cultural and social hub for the Eastside neighborhood since its establishment in 1930. After community input and requests for revitalization, the City of Santa Barbara began a project to enhance the park for local families. The plan includes public art, improved aquatics facilities, community gathering areas, a play space, a basketball court, a skate/multi-wheel park, and a sports field. The project aims to provide safe and beautiful facilities while preserving the rich history and vibrant culture of the neighborhood. Funding includes City funds and Community Development Block Grant funds, with additional grant funding being sought. The park features murals that have been a part of its identity since the 1970s, with efforts to preserve and restore them through community involvement. The park will also include a year-round pool, an all-wheel park, a multi-sport field, and a community plaza. The design considers the local climate and long-term effects of climate change. Numerous community events and public hearings have been held throughout the planning and approval process for the park's revitalization.

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604 E Ortega St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States

805-564-5418

santabarbaraca.gov

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Hours open

Monday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday:

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Reviews

Raphael Harper:

"Great place to pull over and play some oldies and remanis the jams that we played growing up on the Eastside of SB wear they had there DANCES A N D CONCERTS AT THE WELCOME HOUSE YEA THIS PARK IS IUR TREASURE THAT MUST BE RESPECTED FOR THE GOOD OF LOVE AND ENJOYMENT"

almost 2 years ago

NaKeta Waichulis:

"The slide is dangerous. Has a turn at the bottom my kids hit themselves on dangerously. Honestly meant for older kiddos. Bathrooms are easily accessible though which is nice. Park also stays pretty wet most mornings since it's metal."

almost 3 years ago

Jonathan Young:

"Fact: spending time in nature is good for you."

almost 3 years ago

Gabriel Ocegueda:

"It's a nice place to go to exercise or play any sports or go with families to have fun"

more 7 years ago

Goleta Mom:

"This park was a blast to the past for me as I remember playing here as a kid! The park was large with a baseball diamond, basketball courts and soccer fields, an amphitheater, swings and a play structure. It has a great Santa Barbara flavor with murals. It is located on the Eastside near the Girls Inc building. Pros There is an awesome structure for the bigger kids (there is no sign, but I would guess the older 5-12 age range). There are bathrooms in the center. It was not busy in the morning hours. Cons There was really nothing for the littlest kids. Parking was not easy to find during the day. There were some homeless people in the park (though not close to the play area) if this would concern you."

more 9 years ago