Parks and Facilities

About this Facility

In 1996, the Recreation and Park Commission voted unanimously in 1996 to rename Portola Playground and Recreation Center in honor of Sululagi Palega Jr., a Samoan American and local sports legend, who was tragically killed in Modesto two years earlier. Described as a "Gentle Giant," Palega grew up in the Portola District and was a regular visitor to the center, where he learned to play the sports that led him to be a local star at Balboa High School and later at City College of San Francisco. At the time of his death, Palega was in the process of being hired by the Recreation and Park Department as a director. He is remembered today as a community leader and icon for recreation in San Francisco and local sports. 
 
Visit this thriving community center for a wide selection of games, sports, programs and classes, including after school activities for kids. Join a pickup game on the basketball court or soccer field, or take your frisky pup for a run. The large, inviting playground has climbing structures bordered by beautiful trees. Tennis courts, athletic fields and picnic areas are also available.
 

Programs at this Site
This facility offers tot classes, after school programs and dance classes for seniors.
 

 Open Gym Hours
This facility has open gym hours for pickup basketball. Contact the Facility Coordinator to confirm current open gym times.
 

Related Links
Palega Community Garden

 Report a Maintenance Issue
To report a maintenance or vandalism issue at this site, call 311, or click here.
 
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Multi-Purpose Room 1
Multi-Purpose Room 2
Multi-Purpose Room 3
Lobby/Atrium
Gymnasium
Athletic Field
 

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