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Things to Do in Fillmore with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated August 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
Fillmore on the map
📍 Where Fillmore is
Fillmore sits in Los Angeles, Southern California. Nearest major airport: Hollywood Burbank (~35 mi / 56 km). It's roughly 45 mi (73 km) from Downtown LA and 154 mi (248 km) from San Diego — SoCal traffic can make a drive take far longer than the distance suggests, so plan around it.
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Things to do in Fillmore
Fillmore Fish Hatchery (CDFW)
A California Fish & Wildlife trout hatchery on the Santa Clara River at 612 E. Telegraph Rd, open to visitors every day of the year; kids can walk the grounds and see the fish. It closes at 2pm, so go in the morning or early afternoon.
Free
Fillmore Historical Museum
The museum runs three restored historic buildings — the 1887 Fillmore Depot, the 1905 Hinckley House and the 1919 Rancho Sespe Bunkhouse — with photos and memorabilia from Fillmore, Bardsdale, Sespe and Piru, and a gift shop. It closes for lunch on weekdays, so call (805) 524-0948 before a short trip.
Donation-based; no price listed
Two Rivers Park (skate park, pump track, dog park)
A city park at 1110–1300 River St with a skate park, a bicycle pump track next to it, a dog park and sports fields renovated in 2025. Bring helmets and pads for the skate park and pump track.
FreeShiells Park
One of Fillmore's five city parks, at C St and Old Telegraph Rd, with a playground, picnic shelters and restrooms. Reserve a shelter through Parks & Rec at 805-524-3701 ext. 713 for birthday parties.
Free (shelter rental $100 plus $50 deposit)Local restaurants in Fillmore
Fillmore Central Station
Downtown bar and grill at 345 Central Ave serving barbecue, pizzas, sandwiches and entrees, with online ordering. Open Mon–Sat, closed Sundays.
Roan Mills Bakery
Family-owned farm, mill and bakery at 411 Central Ave making sourdough breads and pastries from organic heritage wheat milled on site. Small retail counter, open Wed–Sat 8am–3pm, with pre-orders for pickup.
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Fillmore family FAQ
What are the best things to do in Fillmore with kids?
Family favorites in and around Fillmore include Fillmore Fish Hatchery (CDFW), Fillmore Historical Museum, Two Rivers Park (skate park, pump track, dog park) and Shiells Park. Our guide lists 4 spots, sorted by distance from you with hours, prices and tips.
Are there free things to do in Fillmore?
Yes — free family spots near Fillmore include Fillmore Fish Hatchery (CDFW), Two Rivers Park (skate park, pump track, dog park) and Shiells Park. Use the "free only" filter in the finder above to see them all.
Where can families eat in Fillmore?
Local, family-friendly spots in Fillmore include Fillmore Central Station and Roan Mills Bakery — independent, SoCal-only eateries, never national chains.
What does the YourSoCal Fillmore guide cover?
Our Fillmore family guide includes 4 things to do and 2 local eats — all hand-curated, locally owned, and sorted by distance from you.
Listings are curated and may change — confirm hours and details before you go.
Where to stay in Fillmore
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