Sheffield Village Park

Recreational Facilities

Positioned in Oakland's Sheffield Village neighborhood, Sheffield Village Park is a pleasant community space in a quiet residential setting. The centerpiece is a spacious grass field featuring a baseball diamond with a backstop and home plate (though you won't find a mound or bases), giving you plenty of room to throw a ball around or practice your swing.

There's also a basketball court complete with nets where you can shoot some hoops. It's tucked away in the quiet residential streets of Sheffield Village.

Children's Play Areas

Kids will gravitate toward the colorful play structure that offers a bit of everything - steps, two different ladder styles, a double slide, and a tunnel with a playhouse underneath. The surface is a thoughtful mix of rubber turf and sand, balancing safety with good old-fashioned fun.

Next to the main structure sits a separate play area with puzzles and a pretend car that sparks imagination. One of the nicest surprises? The park often has community toys available - sand toys and scooters - that your children can borrow during their visit.

For the littler ones, a swing set offers bucket swings, all-abilities swings, and standard swings to accommodate everyone. You might also spot local kids sliding down the hill on pieces of cardboard - one of those simple joys that gives this park its classic neighborhood character.

Park Features

The park grounds are shared with the Sheffield Village Recreation Center, which you can book for events if you're planning something special. It adds an extra community resource right at your fingertips.

The gated perimeter gives the park a cozy, secure feeling that parents appreciate. There's a single picnic table for snack breaks and a little free library where you can grab a book to read under the park's one large shade tree - a blessing on warmer days.

In autumn, the surrounding trees put on a particularly beautiful show of colors, creating a peaceful natural setting. Note that dogs are not allowed in this park unless they're service animals.

Amenities

You'll come across restrooms that are kept reasonably clean, though their availability might vary depending on when you visit. The park welcomes visitors daily from 6AM to 9PM.

Regardless of whether you're looking for a place to shoot some hoops, let the kids burn off energy, or just enjoy a quiet afternoon outdoors, the park's thoughtful layout accommodates it all. Its residential setting makes it feel less like a city park and more like a neighborhood gathering place - which is exactly what it is.