Contra Costa County has a long youth baseball tradition, and the parks around Concord reflect it — from Little League diamonds tucked into neighborhood parks to the sprawling Heather Farm complex in Walnut Creek that has six fields for multiple simultaneous games. Whether your kid is signing up for the first time or you're looking for somewhere to run drills on a weekend morning, the options near Concord are solid.
1. Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields (Walnut Creek)
Leaving Concord, you're looking at under 10 min without traffic — close enough that the kids won't complain about the car ride.
Location: 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Six athletic fields at one of Contra Costa's best family parks: Heather Farm's six fields host baseball, softball, and soccer for Walnut Creek Youth Softball and Little League programs throughout the spring and fall. The proximity to the all-abilities playground, fishing pond, and Iron Horse Trail makes this a full-afternoon destination even when no game is scheduled — bring the team after practice and let everyone decompress on the playground equipment. Restrooms and picnic shelters are on-site.
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Parent tip: Sports Facility Use Permits are required for organized league play — contact Walnut Creek Arts + Rec for scheduling. For casual catch and fielding practice, fields are generally open when leagues aren't active. Morning weekdays are the lowest-traffic window.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields page.
2. Hillcrest Community Park (Concord)
Location: 2050 Olivera Rd, Concord, CA 94520
Concord👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 1.5 miGame day at Hillcrest: baseball field plus Concord's most inclusive playground: Hillcrest's softball and baseball diamonds sit alongside Matteo's Dream, a nationally recognized all-abilities playground designed so children who can't walk, see, or hear can play alongside those who can. If you have a kid with mobility or sensory needs and another who plays baseball, this park solves both at once.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, disc golf, picnic areas, restrooms, parking.
Parent tip: The model airplane flying area on the park's north end is worth the walk if you have younger kids who need something to watch during a long practice wait. Fields are accessible when leagues aren't scheduled — early morning weekdays are your best bet for open field time.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Hillcrest Community Park city page.
3. Pleasant Hill Park (Pleasant Hill)
Location: 147 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
PHBA's home diamond in the middle of Pleasant Hill's best community park: Pleasant Hill Baseball Association runs programs ages 4 to 18 from fields at Pleasant Hill Park — and the community-first approach means every kid plays, regardless of ability. The renovated playground, bocce courts, horseshoe pits, and adjacent aquatic park make game days a full family event rather than just a sideline obligation.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, basketball courts, picnic areas, restrooms.
Parent tip: PHBA registration is open seasonally — check phba.org for current sign-up windows. For open field time outside organized leagues, weekday mornings are typically the clearest window. The park's aquatic center is next door for post-game cool-down.
Planning a specific day? Check the Pleasant Hill Park status page for closures first.
How we picked these
We focused on publicly accessible fields with youth league use, good maintenance, and the kind of facilities parents care about — parking, restrooms, bleachers or shade for the sidelines. We verified which parks have active Little League programs and which fields are open for general recreation when leagues aren't playing.Planning your visit
Most Little League and youth baseball fields in Contra Costa run spring season February through June and fall ball August through October. Fields are typically available for open use outside scheduled league times — early mornings and non-game evenings are the best windows. Lighted fields extend your options on shorter winter days. For more things happening near Concord, see the Concord events page.For more kids' events near Concord this week, see the Concord events page.
Concord Baseball Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball fields for kids near Concord, CA?
Our 2026 guide picks 3 standout baseball fields within about 20 miles of Concord. The top picks include Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields, Hillcrest Community Park and Pleasant Hill Park — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball fields near Concord free?
Yes — every baseball field in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields, Hillcrest Community Park, Pleasant Hill Park or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball field to Concord?
Hillcrest Community Park is the closest pick at about 1.5 miles from Concord. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.