Play Ideas

There are 58 public libraries in Orange County, CA with so many FREE resources for families, including the CA State Parks Library Pass.

The 6 free trolleys in Orange County are in San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, & Newport Beach.

Best family friendly beach restaurants in Orange County includes San Clemente, Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach & Huntington Beach.

Beach playgrounds in Orange County list on our coast from Seal Beach in north to San Clemente in south. 10 places for kids beach play.

A family guide to the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District via the Los Trancos parking lot. Ways to get to the beach on foot and by car.

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.

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!

7 places to see redwoods in Orange County with the 7th spot just outside OC. Take a mini-tour of the redwood groves and learn highlights!

Caspers Wilderness Park’s playground off Ortega Highway outside San Juan Capistrano has gorgeous views and an old-fashioned teeter-totter.

Discover fun ways to #OptOutside during Thanksgiving week, whether you hike in Orange County or vacation with family. Reminder to slow down.