Kevin Moran Park

Not the most convenient park to visit when I head over from my neck of the woods, but a nice place to spend the afternoon nonetheless!
My husband and I brought our EXTREMELY shy dog here for a canine cancer awareness event this past weekend and I was pleasantly surprised to see that the scale of the to-​do was smaller than I anticipated — perfect for doggy socializing! We really only explored a limited space compared to the larger scale of things but from what I saw, it looked like a well-​kept park with friendly folks and an inviting atmosphere; trees and shady areas abound!
It seemed as though parking was somewhat limited as the park is tucked into a residential neighborhood but if you can find a spot on the surrounding streets, you’re as good as gold. Kevin Moran will probably not be my park of choice given its location in proximity to my apartment, but I will definitely make a stop there when I’m in the area.

Fairly nice park with a little zen garden in front of it. There are many large trees covering some of the benches that offer ample shade in sunny weather. Sometimes people do Tai Chi in the area. Lots of grass for your dog to play in.

Kevin Moran is a well kept park, with lovely green space and nice smooth paved pathways for my kids to practice with their balance bikes.
This is a little hidden gem right off of 85 and Prospect, and is a great option for families with young children. Perfect for a picnic lunch, we brought our blankets, parked under some shade, and the kids played with twigs and branches and took advantage of the nearby play structure. Bathrooms are also close (no bathrooms on the Azule park side) and clean. What a plus!
A few people let their dogs off leash while we were there, and the two dogs were having the best time running on the field enjoying the sun and breeze.
We will be returning to this park!

This is the best regular park in saratoga hands down. The field is massive, perfect for dogs. Since its located in a expensive neighborhood, it’s always safe. The playstructures are some of the best according to my son and it’s always a thrill crossing over highway 85 on a bridge. Definately a great place to unwind.

Safe place to run by yourself. Theres always someone there, but its never too crowded. Its an enjoyable place to run because the people are friendly. Passersby usually smile back when you make eye contact. Theres a playground for the kids, a doggie water fountain, a grassy field & a basketball court. Sometimes people hold birthday parties or small gatherings at the benches. Someday I’d like to have a picnic there!

This is my favorite park around us! There are many things to like about this park. First, the playground area. It’s never crowded. Not many people know about this park so there are never more than 5 kids on the playground. You can absolutely see your kids playing and not have to worry about not seeing them go up and down the slides. Second, bathrooms were added not too long ago. Huge plus with kids! The walking path circles the park and it’s a great spot to teach your kids how to ride their bikes or scooters. If they fall or lose control of their bikes, they run into the grass so they don’t get hurt. The grass is nice too. It’s a well kept grassy field. This is probably because the grass isn’t used as much like John D. Morgan. Definitely worth the drive to get to this quaint neighborhood park.

A very well kept neighborhood park. Excellent grassy fields, a flower garden, really nice children’s playground and tennis court. Plus clean rest rooms and water fountains. Bigger than its Siamese twin, azule park that is connected via a walkway over 85. Enjoy them both!

Now this is a good neighborhood park.
They have restrooms, tennis courts, bocce court, two play structures, a large field and connects to azule park across 85 via a walk bridge.
I love bringing my child here. Only negative is there is only street parking available for this park.

Great neighborhood park located in Saratoga. Beautiful tree line surround the park. Around the large grass area has a paved path that is about 400m long. Grass is very well maintained, plenty of shade. There is two play structure surrounded by sand. It has plenty of shade since it is surrounded pine tree. Sand has debris due to nearby trees. Park does has a restroom which is nice. Street parking only. I gave –1 star due too location of park. It’s located right next to hwy 85, yeah, it gets pretty noisy.

Great local park. It is clean, well maintained, and it is dog friendly. Most of the dog owners are responsible and kept the park clean. It has a nice tennis court. I did wish that it would have some more amenities like a basketball court. Regardless, it is a nice quiet local park.

KMP is one of the key reasons we bought and moved into this neighborhood. Recently modeled (~2009?) to open up even more grass and open space. Very nice neighborhood park. Great place to practice tai chi when the grass isn’t too wet. Perfect for morning or evening walks (esp if you have puppies /​dogs), esp. when combined with the excursion to Azule Park across 85. The park maintenance folks do a great job!

I used to play at this park as a child when it was known as Scully Park and had abundant apricot orchards. It was rededicated as Kevin Moran Park
in memory of UCSB student Kevin Moran, whose life ended tragically in 1970 by accidental shooting at a Vietnam War protest.

This lovely 10.3 acre neighborhood park features:
* children’s play structures (not fenced in, but set back from the road)
* strap and bucket swings
* sand
* picnic tables and benches
* drinking fountain (for humans and dogs)
* half basketball court
* tennis court
* 2 bocce ball courts
* meditation garden
* perimeter pathway with 4 par course stations
* sports fields
* security lighting
* restrooms
* street parking
Kevin Moran Park’s picnic and activity areas can be rented online through the Recreation & Facilities Department.
Now I bring my own son to this tricked-​out park, and things have come full-​circle.

I used to come here almost every other day during summer of 2001 with the homies. It was always at night and there was always a bleez and a 12 pack present. Many memories on the park benches getting blized and speaking on the ironies and intricacies of life. I was 20 back then. I miss those simpler times when we didn’t need to be on the guest list of some new club in order to get a drink in with friends. It was really about the conversation and nope, no dress code necessary.

So the one thing that I’ve found lately is that nostalgia definitely boosts any review by a star.
I’ve been coming to Kevin Moran Park, aka Scully Park, for the better part of 20 years. Back when I when to the nearby elementary school and even when they were first constructing highway 85, and when the playground was still made of tree trunks and painted green from the 70s.
Yeah, it’s been that long.
All in all, it’s a great place to bring the family; there’s a playground, wide open spaces, away from a lot of traffic, and in a quiet and safe neighborhood.
And it doesn’t smell of duck poo.