10 Best Orange County Playgrounds (by Feature)
My 10 best Orange County playgrounds list by feature + choices for best slides, best bank of swings, best spiderwebs. Printable checklist!
Finding Orange County Parks
Spring Outdoors in Orange County
2025 Wildflowers and Best Kid-Friendly Spots to See Them in Orange County
Where to find wildflowers (2025) from Orange County + kid-friendly spots. California wildflower guide for identification + safety tips.
2025 OC Summer Camps with Outdoor Themes
2025 OC summer camps list with outdoor themes for kids to play & learn outside. Summer nature camps for kids (science, animals, engineering).
9 Ideas for Spring Break Family Activities Away From The Crowds
Spring break family activities ideas for Orange County parents who are not keen on crowds and want something less stressful.
10 Orange County Things to Do in Spring
List of outdoor things to do in spring around Orange County, California. Find wildflowers, hike to a lake, or U-pick fruit at the farms.
Things to Do Outdoors in Orange County
Spiderweb Parks in Orange County
Spiderweb parks in Orange County have rope climbers of all shapes and sizes for kids who like to climb! Spiderweb play equipment lets kids play pretend games while getting some amazing gross motor skills development.
23+ Best Fishing Spots for Kids in Orange County
Best fishing spots for kids in Orange County including ALL the places to fish in OC plus resources to get you started!
Best Places to See Airplanes in Orange County
Best places to see airplanes in Orange County! Including aviation museums, restaurants with views of runways, and parks with planes or views.
15+ Parks with Mommy and Me Baby Swings
List of parks with “Mommy and Me” baby swings or what I call “Swing with Me” swings for Orange County, CA. Swing face-to-face with your baby.
47+ Petting Zoos and Animal Playgrounds in Orange County
A list of petting zoos and animal playgrounds in Orange County for fun places to bring your animal loving children.
9 Places to Ride Carousels and Merry-Go-Rounds in Orange County
Ride all 9+ carousels and merry-go-rounds in Orange County after you learn about where to find them, costs, and even a little history!
37+ Sand Free Parks in Orange County
Sand free parks in Orange County for families who prefer parks without sand in OC.
30+ Train Parks and Railroad Museums Near Orange County
Train parks and railroad museums come in all shapes & sizes. Enjoy this list of 30+ places to go for train lovers in & near Orange County, CA.
Fenced Parks in Orange County
List of fenced parks in Orange County for families planning easier play dates for multiples or those with a tendency to wander.
15+ Pirate Parks in Orange County
A list of 15 Pirate Parks in Orange County ranging from playgrounds with pirate ships to overall pirate themes.
20+ Parks with Big Slides in Orange County
Parks with big slides in Orange County, California. Long list includes tunnel, tube, corkscrew, and spiral slides for lots of playground fun.
20+ Parks with Workout Equipment in Orange County for Outdoor Fitness
List of 20+ parks with workout equipment in Orange County featuring outdoor fitness areas for when you want exercise outdoors.
Destination Playgrounds
Pavion Park in Mission Viejo
Pavion Park in Mission Viejo is a colorful universally accessible playground with flat play surfaces, spinners, and ramps for wheelchairs.
Courtney’s SandCastle Universal Playground & Sensory Garden in San Clemente
Courtney’s SandCastle Universal Playground & Sensory Garden in San Clemente provides inclusive play features in a contained setting.
Marina Park in Newport Beach on the Balboa Peninsula
Marina Park in Newport Beach on the Balboa Peninsula is bayside with harbor views and a nautical lighthouse theme. Near the Balboa Fun Zone.
Central Park in Huntington Beach for Kids and Families
Huntington Beach Central Park boasts an amazing playground on the west side and is an awesome 350-acre park for kids and families to explore.
Box Canyon Park in Yorba Linda: Accessible Playground for All Pirates and Knights
Box Canyon Park in Yorba Linda provides all sorts of play possibilities with fully accessible equipment. Ramps and wide pathways.
Irvine Adventure Playground at University Park
The Adventure Playground in Irvine at University Park allows children unstructured free play opportunities. Perfect for creativity & pretend!
Bluebird Park in Laguna Beach
Bluebird Park in Laguna Beach is a playground entirely fenced with a big blue rocketship, a gem-studded turtle sculpture, and trike track.
Laguna Main Beach Park Playground: Learn Your Ocean Lessons at the Lifeguard Tower
Main Beach Park in Laguna Beach offers a playground that helps kids learn ocean lessons at the playful lifeguard tower.
Castle Park (Northwood Community Park) in Irvine
Northwood Community Park in Irvine is also known as Castle Park. I think of it as a fortress fit for knights and princesses.
OC Great Park Playgrounds
Find out what OC Great Park playgrounds have to offer families with fun play features and also links to the public Bosque playground.