Johnny Carson Park - Burbank, CA
Johnny Carson Park – A Dog-Friendly Gem in Burbank, California
Located in the heart of Burbank, Johnny Carson Park is a favorite community green space surrounded by the city’s bustling studio row. Perfect for dog owners seeking pet-friendly trails and shaded walks, this park is well-maintained with open grassy areas, tall mature trees, and plenty of spots to relax with your furry companion. While it is not a dedicated dog park, Johnny Carson Park welcomes leashed dogs and provides a peaceful retreat from city life complete with scenic walking and jogging paths, a small creek, and picnic tables for a social outing or picnic with your pup.
With amenities like clean restrooms, children’s playgrounds, exercise circuits, and multi-use sports fields, the park is ideal for families and pet owners alike. There’s ample shade, off-street parking, and many benches throughout the park, making it easy to enjoy time outdoors. While dogs must remain leashed, visitors appreciate the friendly atmosphere, community events, and opportunities to connect with nature right in Burbank.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the park’s leash requirements? Dogs must be kept on leash at all times while visiting Johnny Carson Park.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? No, there is not a designated or fenced dog park area at Johnny Carson Park; all pets must remain leashed.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, there are multiple picnic tables and benches throughout the park, perfect for relaxing while your dog enjoys the outdoors.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Yes, the park offers plenty of shade from tall trees spread throughout the grounds.
- Are there restrooms available for owners? Yes, there are clean restrooms near the children’s playground area.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, visitors comment that the park is well maintained and clean year-round.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, Johnny Carson Park features pet-friendly walking and jogging trails winding through the park and over a small creek.
- Is parking available? Yes, there is off-street parking, some with partial shade, for park visitors.
- Are picnics or BBQs allowed? Yes, the park has picnic tables and barbecue facilities for public use.
Reviews
Went here for the Fall Festival. It was ok. It was more of a mini festival.
For example, as far as food trucks went, there were only 2. One served burgers, fries, nachos, and soda, and the other served popsicles. I was relieved they even had those because at first I thought there weren’t any food trucks at all.
When I first went into the park, I wasn’t even sure where the festival was. I just followed the people in front of me. We all followed the sound of a live band playing.
Once we found the band, we could see a row of tents opposite of them.
The tents were mostly for sign ups to performing arts for both children and adults, that’s why I thought there wasn’t any food. Then I realized the 2 food trucks were parked on the road close to the row of tents.
Even the number of portable restrooms available was small, only 3, but again, better than none at all.
As far as festivals go, you get what you pay for and since this one was free from parking to entrance, don’t expect much.
It’s still something to do and a good excuse to spend some time at the park with nice weather.
As for the park itself, it’s clean and a way to enjoy nature in the city. There are even plaques talking about the L.A. River and a bridge to go over the water. Just know that you’ll hear the constant sound of cars because of the nearby freeway.
Plus, it being Burbank, you can’t help but be surrounded by the entertainment industry. The park itself is named after late night host Johnny Carson, you can see the ABC skyscraper over the treetops, and when you see the mountain with the radio tower on top, you know you’re looking at the backside of the Hollywood sign.
I had the opportunity to come by this beautiful area- Johnny Carson Park. Lots of nice paths to walk on, beautiful green grass, lots of trees providing shade, tables and barbecues. I highly recommend if you’re in the area.
Johnny Carson Park in the heart of Burbanks “studio row” is a tree lined gem in middle of studios,Providence Hospital,stores and shops! Open glen areas with verdant tall trees and plenty of piknik,walking,relaxing and enjoyment areas for a great visit-a terrific escape in the midst of the city! Great community events take place here like the annual Road Kings Car Club custom car show!
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Nice small park with walking/jogging trails. Restrooms are near the kids playground area. A small creek runs through part of the park. Several picnic tables are along the trails. On my walk around the trail I noticed several squirrels, birds, and one rabbit by the creek bridge. Place is nicely maintained.
Beautiful and lovely park, clean restrooms(in my opinion), many tables to sit at and plenty of shade to sit under. The slide and swings are so much fun! They even have a little book box which was so neat. There’s also a baby changing table in the women’s bathroom.
(btw my review is more on moms taking their kids to the park playground/bathroom aspect) 🩷🩷🩷