Originally known as Hill Park, Buena Vista Park was born when the city claimed the hilltop as its first park in the late-1800s, eventually paying squatters nearly $90,000 to move out. A few ...

Ever since then, Buena Vista Park — the 37-acre park that was established in 1867, first as “Hill Park '' — has been one of the most notable locales to find a discreet public sex partner.

Organizers are reportedly taking measures to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees this year. Music lovers will gather at Buena Vista Lake for the festival from May 20 through May 25.

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Now, Buena Vista is preparing for its next phase. Its new operator, Housing Authority, submitted last month a formal application for redeveloping the park at 3980 El Camino Real.