# Dinosaur Park (La Laguna)

A historic 'concrete menagerie' of 14 oversized sculptures. Designed by Benjamin Dominguez in 1965, this park features massive, climbable concrete dragons, octopuses, and whales. It’s a whimsical, mid-century brutalist masterpiece that has captivated Southern California families for over 60 years.

## Key Facts
- **Type**: activity
- **Address**: 300 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776
- **Website**: http://www.sangabrielcity.com/565/La-Laguna-Playground
- **Hours**: 8:00 AM - Sunset (Daily)
- **Entry**: Free.
- **Price tier**: free

## Family Amenities
- 14 Concrete Play Sculptures
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms
- Accessible Parking
- Shade Trees

## Insider Tips
The dragon slide is the anchor here. It’s a very different tactile experience from plastic playgrounds—the concrete is smooth but cool to the touch. It’s a registered landmark for a reason—the scale of the sea creatures makes kids feel truly tiny.


## Sources
- [San Gabriel City - La Laguna](http://www.sangabrielcity.com/565/La-Laguna-Playground)

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