Angelo J. Rossi Playground

Facilities Overview

Found in the corner of Anza Street and Arguello Boulevard in San Francisco, Angelo J. Rossi Playground stretches across a generous 300,000 square feet of urban greenspace. This expansive park offers activities for various interests, whether you want to swim, play basketball, or simply enjoy a peaceful afternoon outdoors.

The park sits near Geary Boulevard with convenient access via public transit, including the 38/38r bus lines that stop very close to the entrance.

Playground Area

Kids will find a thoughtfully designed playground with areas catering to different age groups. Little ones can scramble around a play structure complete with slides, while the older crowd gets their own equipment that's a bit more challenging and fun.

Parents can breathe easy knowing the entire playground is fenced, keeping energetic explorers safely contained. While the play structures aren't the most elaborate in the city - just some basic equipment and swings - they're well-maintained and clean, making this a reliable spot for family outings.

Aquatic and Sports Facilities

The indoor swimming pool is a notable feature. It's bright, clean, and well-used year-round - particularly useful when Karl the Fog makes outdoor swimming less appealing.

For sports, the park has two baseball diamonds (admittedly a bit lumpy in spots), basketball courts, and tennis courts that see regular use. There's also a bocce ball court and plenty of open space for impromptu games or practice sessions.

Pickleball Amenities

Responding to pickleball's growing popularity, Rossi Playground has adapted its facilities. Three tennis courts now sport multi-lined markings for pickleball, plus there's one dedicated court with a permanent net for pickleball purists.

During specific hours, staff wheel out four rolling nets onto one of the tennis courts, creating a mini pickleball hub. Each court has its own gate, giving players their own dedicated space without interruptions from other activities.

Leisure Spaces

Not feeling particularly athletic? The park offers plenty of grassy areas and walking paths meant for a leisurely stroll or a quiet moment with a good book. You'll discover benches and picnic tables scattered throughout, making it easy to settle in for lunch or a casual hangout with friends.

The open areas welcome barbecues and community events, with enough space to spread out without feeling crowded. It's a true neighborhood gathering spot where you can find your own little corner of tranquility even on busy days.

Amenities and Accessibility

When nature calls, restrooms are available - just look for the building with the distinctive clay tile roof across the smaller side road of the park. Nothing fancy, but they do the job.

The park generally stays clean and well-maintained, though it can get a bit muddy after rain. One minor drawback is the limited shade, particularly around the sports fields, so remember to bring sunscreen on those rare sunny San Francisco days.

What makes Rossi Playground particularly nice is how the different activity areas are well-separated, creating natural zones that keep the baseball games from interfering with quiet picnics and the playground noise from bothering serious tennis players.