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How well do you know the OC Zoo in Irvine Regional Park? I thought I knew it pretty well. I’m a wildlife enthusiast and collect zoos like others collect rare …

Aldrich Park is the natural centerpiece of UC Irvine, but most outsiders don’t even know it exists. University students use it to shortcut to classroom buildings set on a ring …

Blue Gum Park in Irvine is one of those great “insider” recommendations. We were playing at Tustin Sports Park with its massive red shade cover, when one of the moms …

Central Orange County parks are featured on this page. Please recommend your favorite parks in central OC, by using the Recommend a Park button under the playground map, so we …

The Woodbury maze garden sits within the Woodbury neighborhood in Irvine anchored by Woodbury Community Park. When we were visiting Settler’s Park, a family recommended we check out Woodbury. My …

Huntington State Beach off Brookhurst is a perfect spot for families looking to spend the day at the beach.

THIS EXHIBIT WAS FEATURED AT THE DSC IN 2009 Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl: Home Sweet Home at the Discovery Science Center June 20th-October 4th, 2009 The Discovery Science Center …

Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park is near Mile Square Park on Brookhurst. Favorite feature is a tall spiral slide!

Peter Green Park Stockteam.com has already “been there, done that” when it comes to Huntington Beach parks. Please visit their web guide for photos and in-depth information. When it comes …

Central Park Huntington Beach is so massive that it has an east and west side. It’s a beautiful oasis of nature right in the thick of Huntington Beach. Location: The …