Sunset from the exit of Galster Wilderness Park in West Covina

Family

Things to do in West Covina with kids

4 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.

Family-friendly ideas around West Covina, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.

Playgrounds

9 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.

  • Del Norte Park0.7 mi from downtown
  • Cameron Park1.3 mi from downtown
  • Palm View Park1.5 mi from downtown
See all 9 →

Libraries

Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.

  • West Covina Library1601 West Covina Pkwy.
See all 1 →

Picnic spots

Day-use areas for a family picnic.

  • Santa Fe Dam4 mi northwest
  • Whittier Narrows Dam7 mi west
  • Angeles National Forest8 mi northwest
See all 12 →

Wildlife and nature

Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.

  • Santa Fe Dam4 mi northwest
  • Whittier Narrows Dam7 mi west
  • Angeles National Forest8 mi northwest
See all 22 →

Around town

West Covina Old Towne
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West Covina Seafood City
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Questions

What is there to do in West Covina with kids?

Playgrounds (9), Libraries (1), Picnic spots (12), Wildlife and nature (22). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.

What can kids do in West Covina for free?

Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.

What can families do in West Covina when it rains or it’s hot?

Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.

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