Pleasant Hill has one of Contra Costa's more active youth baseball communities — the Pleasant Hill Baseball Association runs programs for ages 4 to 18, and the park fields are genuinely well-maintained. Add Walnut Creek's Heather Farm complex right next door and you have a solid cluster of youth baseball infrastructure. Here's what's available near Pleasant Hill.
1. Pleasant Hill Park (PHBA Fields) (Pleasant Hill)
Location: 147 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Pleasant Hill👶 Best for ages 4–18💲 Free🚗 0.3 miPleasant Hill's community baseball organization where every kid plays: PHBA runs spring and fall seasons at Pleasant Hill Park, with a structured approach that keeps every kid in the game regardless of ability. The aquatic park adjacent to the diamonds is a practical post-game destination from April through June when temperatures are climbing and spring baseball is in full swing.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, basketball courts, picnic areas, restrooms.
Parent tip: PHBA registration opens seasonally — check phba.org for current dates. For open field time outside league schedules, weekday mornings are the clearest window. A second PHBA field site is at 1 Monticello Ave, also in Pleasant Hill.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Pleasant Hill Park (PHBA Fields) page.
2. Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields (Walnut Creek)
Location: 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
The easiest youth baseball park in Contra Costa for multi-kid families: If one kid has a game at Heather Farm and another doesn't play, you're still in a good spot — the all-abilities playground was nationally recognized when it opened, the fishing pond is stocked and managed, and the whole complex has restrooms, shaded picnic areas, and reservable shelters. No one has to just sit and wait.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, all-abilities play, fishing pond, restrooms, picnic areas, parking.
Parent tip: Sports Facility Use Permits are required for organized league play — contact Walnut Creek Arts + Rec. For casual use outside league schedules, fields are generally open during park hours (7am–9pm). Park on the San Carlos Drive lot for easiest field access.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields city page.
3. Hillcrest Community Park (Concord)
Location: 2050 Olivera Rd, Concord, CA 94520
Concord's 26-acre park with softball, baseball, and the city's best playground all in one: Hillcrest Community Park's softball and baseball fields sit alongside the Matteo's Dream all-abilities playground, a disc golf course, and multiple picnic areas — which means the parent watching a sibling's practice doesn't have to sit on a bleacher doing nothing. JOBL (Junior Optimist Baseball League) and other Concord-area youth programs use these fields for spring and fall seasons.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, all-abilities play, disc golf, picnic areas, restrooms.
Parent tip: Fields available for general use outside league schedules — early weekday mornings are typically clear. The model airplane area on the north side of the park is a free bonus for kids who've never seen radio-controlled planes up close.
Planning a specific day? Check the Hillcrest Community Park status page for closures first.
How we picked these
We focused on publicly accessible fields with active youth league use and the amenities parents care about — parking, restrooms, bleachers or sideline space. We verified current program schedules and general-public access windows.Planning your visit
Pleasant Hill Baseball Association runs spring season (February–June) and fall ball (August–October). Fields are typically available for open use outside scheduled league times. Most Contra Costa parks open at 7am; sports fields are accessible whenever the gate is open. For more events near Pleasant Hill, see the Pleasant Hill events page.For more kids' events near Pleasant Hill this week, see the Pleasant Hill events page.
Pleasant Hill Baseball Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball fields for kids near Pleasant Hill, CA?
Our 2026 guide picks 3 standout baseball fields within about 20 miles of Pleasant Hill. The top picks include Pleasant Hill Park (PHBA Fields), Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields and Hillcrest Community Park — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball fields near Pleasant Hill free?
Yes — every baseball field in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Pleasant Hill Park (PHBA Fields), Heather Farm Park Athletic Fields, Hillcrest Community Park or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball field to Pleasant Hill?
Pleasant Hill Park (PHBA Fields) is the closest pick at under a mile from Pleasant Hill. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.