Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) manages a solid network of youth baseball and softball fields across the city, and the surrounding region adds some heavy-hitters — Dublin's Fallon Sports Park is one of the best-equipped youth baseball complexes in the East Bay, and Pleasanton's Ken Mercer Sports Park has eight diamonds. For families in Hayward with kids playing youth ball, Cannery Park in downtown Hayward is the most convenient multi-field complex, and Fremont's Central Park Sports Complex handles overflow tournament play. Here's the rundown of fields worth knowing about near Hayward.
1. Cannery Park Baseball Fields (Hayward)
Location: 125 B St, Hayward, CA 94541
Hayward👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 0.8 mi
Baseball fields with a splash pad and snack bar for afterward — Cannery Park is Hayward's game-day answer: Cannery Park in downtown Hayward manages baseball and softball fields, a free seasonal splash pad (interactive features, weekends plus selected weekday afternoons), two skate bowls, basketball, and an on-site snack bar in one HARD-managed complex. The splash pad and post-game hangout culture make it Hayward's most-used family baseball destination through the summer months.
Good to know: ball fields, restrooms, picnic area, snack bar, splash pad, basketball court, skate park.
Parent tip: The splash pad and skate park run simultaneously with baseball games in summer — if the game ends early, the rest of the family has immediate options without moving the car. Snack bar hours vary by season.
Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Cannery Park Baseball Fields portal.
2. Greenwood Park Baseball Fields (Hayward)
Location: 1675 E St, Hayward, CA 94541
Hayward👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 0.9 mi
Multiple baseball fields in Hayward's recently renovated neighborhood park with BBQ picnic areas: Greenwood Park has multiple baseball fields and basketball courts alongside a renovated playground (rock wall, musical instruments, hill slide) and BBQ picnic grills. HARD-managed, central Hayward. Good for practice and pickup games when bigger facilities are reserved. Free.
Good to know: ball fields, basketball court, restrooms, picnic area, playground.
Parent tip: Greenwood Park's BBQ picnic grills are popular for post-game cookouts — bring food and plan to stay after the game. The nearby musical play structures keep younger siblings occupied during batting practice.
3. Fallon Sports Park (Dublin)
Out of Hayward, plan for about 18 min in the car — makes Dublin a realistic weekday-afternoon option from Hayward.
Location: 4605 Lockhart St, Dublin, CA 94568
Dublin's 61-acre sports complex with four little league diamonds, a 90-foot field, and five batting cage bays: Fallon Sports Park has four Little League diamonds, a lighted 90-foot diamond, five-bay batting cage, lighted soccer fields, bocce, basketball, tennis, sand volleyball, concession booth, and two playgrounds. Completed 2022, 12 miles from Hayward.
Good to know: ball fields, batting cages, restrooms, picnic area, parking, soccer fields, tennis courts.
Parent tip: Dublin Little League home games run here on spring weekends — it's worth timing a visit to catch a well-run youth game if your kids are interested in seeing how the leagues operate. The batting cage's five bays reduce wait time significantly during busy spring season.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Fallon Sports Park city page.
4. Kennedy Park Baseball Fields (Hayward)
Location: 19501 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541
Hayward👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 1.5 mi
Youth baseball fields in the park that also has a carousel and petting zoo — Kennedy Park solves the sibling problem: Kennedy Park's baseball fields sit in the park Hayward families love for its weekend rides: carousel, train, teacup ride, and petting zoo ($3/ticket, Saturdays and Sundays 11am–4pm). The farm-themed playground rounds out the options. For youth baseball families with mixed-age groups, the weekend ride schedule is what makes Kennedy Park the right call for a Saturday game.
Good to know: ball fields, restrooms, picnic area, playground, carousel.
Parent tip: The rides operate strictly 11am–4pm on weekends only — time game schedules accordingly if the rides are part of the plan. Game tickets are $3 each and must be purchased on-site.
5. Ken Mercer Sports Park (Pleasanton)
For a family coming from Hayward, the drive clocks in at about 21 min without traffic — an easy add-on if you're already headed toward Pleasanton.
Location: 5800 Parkside Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588
The highest diamond count near Hayward — Ken Mercer Sports Park in Pleasanton has 8 baseball and softball fields: Ken Mercer Sports Park puts four youth baseball diamonds and four softball fields in a purpose-built athletic complex that also has a skate park, basketball courts, play areas, and soccer fields. Pleasanton Little League's home schedule runs here in spring. 14 miles from Hayward; reservations at 925-931-3439.
Good to know: ball fields, restrooms, picnic area, basketball court, skate park, soccer fields, playground.
Parent tip: Spring season fields are reserved from early morning through evening on weekdays and weekends — call 925-931-3439 before arriving if you want open diamond time for practice. The skate park and play areas inside the complex keep non-playing siblings occupied.
Planning a specific day? Check the Ken Mercer Sports Park status page for closures first.
How we picked these
We selected these fields based on youth baseball and softball capacity, facilities (lighting, restrooms, batting cages, snack bar), public access, and proximity to Hayward. All are publicly accessible facilities used by organized youth leagues and open for recreation when not reserved. No paid placements.Planning your visit
Spring (February–June) is peak youth baseball season at all these facilities. Weekend games run from early morning into the afternoon — arrive before 9am on Saturdays if you want a spot in the shade. Summer brings tournament schedules to Fallon Sports Park and Ken Mercer Sports Park. For field reservations in Hayward, contact HARD (510-881-6700). For events and activities around Hayward this week, see the Hayward events page.For more kids' events near Hayward this week, see the Hayward events page.
Hayward Baseball Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball fields for kids near Hayward, CA?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout baseball fields within about 20 miles of Hayward. The top picks include Cannery Park Baseball Fields, Greenwood Park Baseball Fields and Fallon Sports Park — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball fields near Hayward free?
Yes — every baseball field in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Cannery Park Baseball Fields, Greenwood Park Baseball Fields, Fallon Sports Park or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball field to Hayward?
Cannery Park Baseball Fields is the closest pick at under a mile from Hayward. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.