San Rafael's Albert Park has been a Marin County baseball institution for over 70 years — a historic ballpark used by the professional San Rafael Pacifics and Little League juniors alike. Add the Ross Valley Little League network spread across several Marin towns and you have a solid cluster of youth baseball infrastructure near San Rafael.
1. Albert Park (San Rafael)
Location: 98 Albert Park Lane, San Rafael, CA 94901
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Marin County's most historic ballpark, four miles from Mill Valley: Albert Park's diamond has anchored Marin youth baseball since 1950, with San Rafael Little League Juniors still using it for organized programs. Bocce ball courts, tennis, and a playground make it a full park visit even when no game is scheduled.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, bocce courts, tennis courts, picnic areas, restrooms, parking.
Parent tip: Natural turf fields are open February through October. Free parking in the Albert Park Lane lot. The park is open to general public use outside scheduled league and professional games — weekday mornings are the clearest open window. Contact San Rafael Recreation at 415-485-3333 for field availability.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Albert Park page.
2. West Marin Little League Fields — Novato (Novato)
Heading out of San Rafael, budget about 15 min on the road — short enough for a spontaneous weekday trip.
Location: 251 Hangar Ave, Novato, CA 94949
North Marin youth baseball through a three-site Little League organization: WMLL's Novato diamond at 251 Hangar Avenue connects Novato kids to teams across Marin County. The multi-site setup runs competitive age-bracket divisions without requiring long drives to weekday practices.
Good to know: ball fields, playground, restrooms, parking.
Parent tip: Registration typically opens in fall for the spring season. Contact West Marin Little League at westmarinlittleleague.com for current sign-up windows and field schedules. Open practice time is available when leagues aren't active — call ahead to confirm.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the West Marin Little League Fields — Novato city page.
3. Boyle Park Baseball Field (Mill Valley)
Starting in San Rafael, the drive takes under 10 min without traffic — the round trip fits inside a morning.
Location: 301 E Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941
The most walkable youth baseball venue in southern Marin: At 300 feet from Mill Valley's town center, Boyle Park's baseball diamond is where MVLL families spend their spring weekends. The creekside redwood grove and playground give game-day families a pleasant place to linger after the last out.
Good to know: ball fields, tennis courts, playground, picnic areas, restrooms.
Parent tip: Free parking and park access. The baseball fields are shared with Mill Valley Little League spring and fall seasons — open access is available outside those schedules. The 2026 improvements include a pump track for young cyclists, so the park is expanding its utility.
Planning a specific day? Check the Boyle Park Baseball Field status page for closures first.
How we picked these
We focused on publicly accessible fields with active youth league use, good maintenance, and family-friendly amenities. We verified current program schedules and general-public access.Planning your visit
Albert Park's natural turf fields are generally open February through October. Little League spring season runs February through June; fall ball August through October. For more things happening near San Rafael, see the San Rafael events page.For more kids' events near San Rafael this week, see the San Rafael events page.
San Rafael Baseball Fields — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best baseball fields for kids near San Rafael, CA?
Our 2026 guide picks 3 standout baseball fields within about 20 miles of San Rafael. The top picks include Albert Park, West Marin Little League Fields — Novato and Boyle Park Baseball Field — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are baseball fields near San Rafael free?
Yes — every baseball field in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Albert Park, West Marin Little League Fields — Novato, Boyle Park Baseball Field or any of the other picks.
What is the closest baseball field to San Rafael?
Albert Park is the closest pick at under a mile from San Rafael. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.