Malibu Bluffs Park

With breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Pepperdine University, this place is a little slice of playground paradise. Although there are no swings and it’s not universally accessible, the gorgeous, bright blue, ocean-themed equipment includes an awesome triple-slide, four-person seesaw, ride-on whale and mini climbing wall. Adjacent to the mostly-enclosed playground, you’ll find a big sand-play area, a whale-watching station, an enormous grassy field, two baseball diamonds, a jogging path and picnic tables, as well as the Michael Landon Community Center (rent it out for your own half-pint’s next birthday party!). Of course we recommend watching your kids instead of your smartphone, but if you just can’t pull yourself away, they’ve also got free Wi-Fi.