Bette Davis Picnic Area — Attraction in Los Angeles

This is a lovely park for dog walking and taking a breather. The grass is always green and well kept, and there are lots of shade trees. It is in a narrow strip off a main road, and right next to the LA River. You can walk right over to the river and take a walk down there as well. Even when it is very hot out, somehow this park always has a cool breeze. Last winter when we had a lot of rain, the river filled and a whole family of egrets moved in and took over the park. You can also get a nice view of the sunset looking west from the park. The restroom is always clean and there are rarely any bums/homeless people there. This is a little urban treasure in the middle...

Betty Davis Picnic Area is a well-maintained neighborhood park located within the Griffith Park ecosystem. While its long, narrow shape and proximity to the 134 freeway mean some highway noise is present, it's not overly disruptive. The park offers plenty of shaded green space for picnics and activities, as well as a dirt track for walking or jogging. Though amenities are limited to a restroom, a unique feature is the horse ring at one end, where visitors can watch riders train. With ample street parking and a pleasant atmosphere, it's a great spot for locals, even if it's not a...

Bettie Davis picnic Area is located in Glendale which used to be known as one of the sundown cities in Los Angeles county in the early 60's and 70's. I lived on Paula ave for nearly 5 years and saw a number of people aka weekend warriors, pot smokers and/or meth monks hung up by local Glendale cops. Bettie Davis park has a very decieving appeal it only looks like a great place to chillaxe, until the cop lights blind you and your strung up. Think twice about the Bettie Davis Park if you are not a "clean cut family" type. God bless all and protect all! Take care...