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Park Lists

You are so good about asking me for park lists and I try to create them with help from our whole community of newsletter subscribers and Instagram followers.

Of course, this list of the 10 Best Playgrounds in Orange County (by feature!) is one of the most popular! It even has a PDF to download that you can use as a checklist!

10 Best Orange County Playgrounds

My picks are open to discussion, though. So send me your recommendations!

Then this is another BIG list to give you an overview of things which is really good if you just moved here or have been wondering about all your outdoor options in Orange County. The post is called 101 Outdoor Places to Visit with Kids!

The posts below will grow as I get more requests and think of more lists I have to add!

  • 15+ Parks with Music Instruments Orange County
  • 15+ Stroller-Friendly Walks around Lakes in OC
  • 50+ Public Libraries in Orange County
  • 30+ Best Toddler Friendly Parks in Orange County
  • Top 45+ OC Playgrounds with Shade Covers
  • 100+ Ideas for Kids Indoor Play in Orange County
  • 17+ Family-Friendly Nature and Interpretive Centers in OC
  • 7+ Beach Playgrounds Right in the Sand
  • 7+ Kid-Friendly Farm and Garden Outings
  • Fenced Parks in Orange County
  • 20+ Parks with Big Slides in Orange County
  • 37+ Sand Free Parks in Orange County
  • 20+ Parks with Workout Equipment in Orange County for Outdoor Fitness
  • 7 Places to See Redwoods in Orange County
  • 30+ Train Parks and Railroad Museums Near Orange County
  • 9 Places to Ride Carousels and Merry-Go-Rounds in Orange County
  • 47+ Petting Zoos and Animal Playgrounds in Orange County
  • 15+ Parks with Mommy and Me Baby Swings
  • Best Places to See Airplanes in Orange County
  • 23+ Best Fishing Spots for Kids in Orange County
  • Spiderweb Parks in Orange County
  • 15+ Pirate Parks in Orange County

"The Park Lady"

My name is Michele Whiteaker and I'd love for you to think of me as your personal Play Concierge. When I used to search online for family-friendly activities, nothing quite fit my playful outdoor interests or tight budget.

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Seasonal

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