📍 Address: 1515 Wright Circle, Anaheim, CA 92806
🧒 Best for Ages: Separate play structures for ages 2–5 and 5–12
✅ This Park Has:
- Citrus farm theme with colorful signs and QR codes
- Separate play structures for toddlers and big kids
- Fully fenced-in playground
- Shade on the toddler structure
- Shaded picnic tables
- Bathrooms nearby
🚫 This Park Doesn’t Have:
- ❌ Shade on the big-kid play structure
📸 Photos of Magnolia Park playground
📝 Magnolia Park Playground Review
Magnolia Park has a cheerful, citrus-farm vibe that makes it feel super welcoming the second you arrive. The playground is full of sunny colors—bright yellow, orange, and green—and shaped like a cute little playhouse, which my daughter absolutely loved. It’s also fully fenced, which is a huge win if you’ve got a kid who likes to roam.
There are two separate play structures: one for toddlers (ages 2–5) and one for older kids (5–12). The toddler structure has shade overhead and features sensory panels, musical instruments, and fun little mazes. My daughter spent a ton of time going down the slides, climbing across the bridges, and pretending the whole structure was her house.
There are also signs and QR codes around the park that share the history of the Wakeham citrus farm, which used to sit right here. It’s a fun educational bonus—plus, there are panels that talk about the health benefits of citrus fruits, which I thought was such a unique touch.
We went on a sunny day and it was pretty hot, especially since the bigger structure isn’t shaded. I’d definitely recommend visiting in the morning or later in the day when it’s cooler.
🎠 Playground Features
- Citrus farm–themed playhouse structure
- Separate toddler (2–5) and big kid (5–12) structures
- Open and tube slides
- Climbers and monkey bars
- Swings, including inclusive swings
- Spinners
- Sensory panels, mazes, and musical instruments
- Educational signs about citrus and the Wakeham family
🧱 Ground Surface
Rubber flooring throughout the playground
👶 Toddler-Friendly?
Yes. There’s a smaller structure for ages 2–5 with shade, gentle slides, and plenty of hands-on features for curious little ones.
🚧 Enclosed / Fenced In?
The entire playground is fully fenced, which makes it easier to relax if you’ve got a runner.
🚻 Bathrooms
Restrooms are located next to the picnic tables—easy to access and close to the play area.
☀️ Shade
- Shade covers the toddler structure
- Some picnic tables are shaded
- The big-kid structure is fully exposed, so plan for sun if you’re visiting midday
🧺 Picnic Tables
There are both shaded and unshaded picnic tables near the playground.
🚗 Parking
Free parking lot right next to the park.
🧃 Other Amenities
- Fitness exercise equipment
- Walking path around the park
- Swimming pool
🧠 Tips for Visiting with Kids
- Go early in the morning or later in the afternoon when it’s cooler (sun hats and sunscreen are a must)
- Bring water and snacks—there’s no food nearby inside the park
- The fence makes it super toddler-friendly
🥪 Nearby Food & Coffee
- Outlets at Orange and Downtown Orange: Lots of restaurants nearby
- Bruxie (Downtown Orange): Crispy chicken and waffle sandwiches
- Urth Caffé Orange: Great for a casual brunch
- CONTRA Coffee & Tea: Try their unique coffee flights
📞 Park Info & Reservations
🌐 Official Website: Magnolia Park – City of Anaheim
📞 Phone Number: (714) 765-5155
🎉 Reservations: No reservations for this park specifically. You can reserve picnic shelters in Anaheim through the City’s Rec Portal, but Magnolia Park is not listed.
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