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Settlers Park in Irvine off Portola Parkway is a heavenly spot near the orchards and foothills with a little trike track.

Bosque playground at Great Park Trails in Irvine is a kids play area open to the public along the Upper Bee & Bosque areas of OC Great Park.

Visit Discovery Cube OC for a stimulating experience that feels like cross between a children’s museum and science center. Lots of stuff for kids to try and touch — and they won’t …

San Miguel Park in Newport Beach has a sports field next to a small, but fun playground. You’ll love the small boulders & interactive panels.

Bonita Canyon Sports Park in Newport Beach has fields for sports play, in addition to two separate playgrounds for 2-5 and 5-12 age groups.

Newport Dunes beach cottages weren’t even on my radar during my days as a student at UCI. I drove by the corner of Jamboree and PCH countless times. My husband …

Los Olivos Community Park near Irvine Spectrum is near the site of the old Irvine Meadows Amphitheater off of Irvine Center Drive.

Winter Fest OC wasn’t on my radar until 2019 when I found out one of my readers bought season passes and offered to write about how she saved money at …

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 …

Bauer Park in Huntington Beach is a mid-size neighborhood park with play structures designed for climbing and a recycled rubber play surface.