Mary McLeod Bethune Park is a Los Angeles County community park in the Florence-Firestone area of Los Angeles, not in the City of Huntington Park. Its mix of sports facilities, picnic amenities and a children’s play area makes it possible to plan anything from a quick stop to a recreation-focused visit.
- Location: 1244 E. 61st St., Los Angeles, CA 90001
- Park hours: Open daily
- Facilities: Sports courts and fields, picnic areas, restrooms and a children’s play area
Where Mary McLeod Bethune Park Is
Mary M. Bethune Park is at 1244 East 61st Street in the Florence-Firestone community of Los Angeles County. From Casa Bella, a motel in Huntington Park, the park is about 5.2 miles away.
The park occupies a block bounded by East 61st Street to the north, Hooper Avenue to the east, East Gage Avenue to the south and South Central Avenue to the west. Los Angeles County names it for Mary McLeod Bethune, an educational advocate and civil-rights leader.
If you’re planning a broader outing in the area, this guide to Huntington Park offers neighborhood context beyond the park itself.
What to Check Before You Visit
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 6 AM–10 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
For a visit that depends on a particular facility, class or program, check the official site before you go. The general park phone number is (323) 846-1895; reservations, (800) 404-5888; and aquatics, (323) 846-2646.
Picnic options include barbecue facilities, group and other picnic shelters, and tables. Sports and recreation facilities include baseball and softball fields, basketball and handball courts, a gymnasium, multipurpose rooms, a swimming pool and a skate park. The park also has a children’s play area, community center and computer labs.
How do you get to Mary McLeod Bethune Park?
Use the park’s street address—1244 East 61st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001—for directions. The block boundaries can help orient you as you approach: East 61st Street, Hooper Avenue, East Gage Avenue and South Central Avenue.
Parking is marked as present in a Los Angeles County community parks plan. For a separate local park outing, Magic Johnson Park is another subject covered in a guide to the area.
Making a Short Park Visit
For a brief stop, you can focus on the outdoor grounds, play area or skate park; a longer visit can center on a game, picnic or scheduled activity. Activities include baseball/T-ball, basketball, soccer, flag football, swimming and fitness, along with computer classes. The park also works with Kids N’ Sports on organized youth baseball, softball, soccer and flag-football leagues.
The County describes the facility as home to one of the Department of Parks and Recreation’s first skate parks. If you’re timing your visit around a class, swim or organized sports program, confirm the schedule and availability with the County before setting out.
FAQs
Is Mary McLeod Bethune Park in Huntington Park?
No. It is a Los Angeles County park in the Florence-Firestone community, at 1244 East 61st Street in Los Angeles.
What are the park’s operating hours?
Open daily. Staff and restroom hours differ.
What can you do at the park?
Options include using sports facilities, enjoying a picnic, visiting the children’s play area or skate park, and taking part in classes and programs.