Irvine

The viewing deck at Limestone Canyon was rebuilt after the 2020 wildfires. Visit it on monthly Wilderness Access Days & docent-led programs.

University Community Park in Irvine has a lot going for it: library, community center, restrooms, nice playground, sports courts and fields.

Plaza Park in Irvine is bound to become known as “Tractor Park” or “Asparagus Park.” It has an agricultural theme with a neighborhood feel.

Northwood Community Park in Irvine is also known as Castle Park. I think of it as a fortress fit for knights and princesses.

The San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary in Irvine is home to Sea & Sage Audubon House. Walk wide dirt trails & see the wildlife in the ponds.

List of 20+ parks with workout equipment in Orange County featuring outdoor fitness areas for when you want exercise outdoors.

Quail Hill Loop Trail in Irvine where you can take a self-guided hike along a dirt trail with views. Part of Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

The Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park in Irvine offers a great playground and gardens by the Irvine Civic Center.

Find out what OC Great Park playgrounds have to offer families with fun play features and also links to the public Bosque playground.

The Woodbridge Village Center play area in Irvine is also home to classes for kids, movie theater, bookstore, restaurants and climb-on frogs!