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...]
Stonegate Park in Irvine
Stonegate Park in Irvine is one of the few public parks inside the new home development of Stonegate. Other parks in this "Villages of Irvine" neighborhood are private and for residents only. On one weekend morning, I visited at 7:30am and the basketball courts, volleyball court, and playground were already heavily in use. I got there a little earlier on another weekend and the … [Read more...]
Lower Peters Canyon Park in Irvine
Lower Peters Canyon Park in Irvine, or more officially, David Sills Lower Peters Canyon Park -- might win as the park I've driven by the most and not covered on the blog. If you've ever passed this park which sits on Culver Drive just east of I-5, you know it's location near the busy street makes the location not ideal for straying toddlers. So I wouldn't recommend it if you … [Read more...]
Woodbridge Village Center Play Area in Irvine
The Woodbridge Village Center Play Area in Irvine which has always been a fun destination for local families just got a $30 million renovation which includes a climbing structure, expanded seating areas, and an astroturf "lawn" have been added to the center. My husband and I have been coming here for ages! Ever since our college days at UCI. We know it for its Woodbridge … [Read more...]