Rio de Los Angeles State Park and nearby Los Angeles State Historic Park serve the local communities and provide a unique State Park experience. Rio de Los Angeles (LA River) State Park is surrounded by industrial and residential areas, yet restoration of the park’s natural river wetlands allows a serene opportunity to all visitors who enjoy hiking trails, being surrounded by native plants and viewing returning wildlife.  The park also encompasses sports fields, a children’s playground and a recreation building.  A site once used mainly to repair and maintain railroad cars now offers visitors the chance to restore and replenish their inner needs.   Rio de Los Angeles State Park is currently managed in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation.