The second one looks like Opuntia subulata, not sure about the first, maybe the same.

A pic of Opuntia subulata linked below for you to compare.

~Rosemarie

Here is a link that might be useful: Opuntia subulata

Thanks once again, Rosemarie. Nice link.

Sure looks like O. subulata. Where ist hat first pic taken? Gorgeous plant.
Dan

You're welcome, but Jeff was the one to ID it. I can't take credit for that...just the link. :)

~R

Hi, & thanks, cactusdan19. It is a nice cactus, & my picture does not do it justice. The pic was taken in a Southern CA park; near the LA area.

Dear Rosemarie,

Thanks, but I shan't hold my breath.