Wildwood Neighborhood Park — Attraction in Thousand Oaks

Too bad The Fort, a small replica of an old 19th century fort, that was the play structure and sometimes hang out in the early 1970s for us kids, got torn down. Termites, dry rot, disuse, and disinterest along with cyclone fencing will do that. For us early 1970s kids that lived around there, that was the happening place. I'm glad I have my memories. I used to attend Wildwood Elementary school way back, and loved hiking around in the canyon. That was it when I was a kid. Hike established trails, maybe making a few new ones, and always on the lookout for rattlesnakes and not falling into the ever present prickly pear cactus patches or tumble weeds. To name a...

I do not know of the man named Alex "Bulldog", but it definitely sounds like he was a great individual that has quite a backstory about his life. And yet, all that remains is his bench. When I look at such things, I feel that such individuals have made a positive impact on the world around them, and they will forever be missed by their loved ones. He worked tirelessly on that one bench and it shows. He must have been a wonderful person in life and now he will be remembered as a legend in death. It is sights like these that truly inspire me to do great...

Great little park with a few picnic tables, bathrooms, a grassy area for playing games or sports, and a few trails for walking or hiking. Great views from the paved walk, especially in large afternoon or evening, when you can catch the sun setting....