Los Olivos Community Park near Irvine Spectrum opened in March 2019. It's near the site of the old Irvine Meadows Amphitheater off of Irvine Center Drive. This land was once home to Wild Rivers, Camp James, a Christmas tree lot and a huge parking lot to support those big entertainment venues. Now it's a massive apartment housing complex by Irvine Company with security guards … [Read more...]
Portola Springs Community Park in Irvine
Portola Springs Community Park in Irvine is more like a small neighborhood playground inside a huge community park which has ball fields and a community center. This is a great spot for younger kids with the challenge of climbers and boulders, but the intimacy of a small space with caregivers nearby. Location of Portola Springs Community Park in Irvine: This playground … [Read more...]
Irvine Regional Park=4 Playgrounds + 1 Zoo + 1 Railroad + 1 Lake + Lots of Ponies
Irvine Regional Park is located in Orange, but you'll pass through Tustin, Irvine, and Orange as you climb Jamboree to reach this massive regional park. I even filed it under all three cities since it's close to them all and worth a little extra drive. You can get in with your OC Parks annual pass or pay $3 at the gate on weekdays ($5 on weekends). You'll find the scoop on the … [Read more...]
Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks for Families
Understanding the vastness of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks is key. It's hard to believe that it's 50,000 acres! The area was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 2006 by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the first California National Landmark in 2008. Its rare biological and geological features and extraordinary natural resources earned the land nationwide … [Read more...]
Orchard Park in Irvine
We discovered Orchard Park in Irvine when we were playing around Castle Park and Heritage Park. It's halfway in between those parks in Irvine's Northwood neighborhood. The park is tucked away along a busy street, so you can almost miss it when you drive by. There are plenty of shade trees and a big lawn area. Location of Orchard Park in Irvine: Orchard Park is at the … [Read more...]