Cedar Grove Park in Tustin is a special place for picnics at the tables in the real cedar grove. See hummingbirds buzz around you and watch lizards skitter over the rocks. It's fun to let the kids get up and explore while leisurely munching. For once, a mealtime without any rules. The play areas offer many themes for pretending and a trail up to Peter's Canyon for the … [Read more...]
Heritage Park in Tustin
Heritage Park in Tustin is easy to miss because its quiet shaded playground is nestled back away from the street. It's so pretty with its wide expanse of green lawn and sycamore trees. Location of Heritage Park in Tustin: Located on Tustin Ranch Road between Bryan Ave and Irvine Blvd. From the 5 freeway exit at Tustin Ranch Road. Follow Tustin Ranch … [Read more...]
Laurel Glen Park in Tustin
Laurel Glen Park in Tustin is RIGHT around the corner from REI in Tustin. I can't believe I didn't discover it on my own. It took a reader suggesting it as a park with outdoor fitness equipment to put it on my radar. And even then, I didn't realize that it's such a gem in such a convenient spot. We visited around lunchtime -- grabbing burritos from Miguel Jrs. -- and made a … [Read more...]
Citrus Ranch Park in Tustin: Old Days of Orange Sparkle in Yellow and Green
Citrus Ranch Park in Tustin was probably the most recommended park back in 2010. It's opening in February 2010 was eagerly awaited by many, since the playground was finished and visible long before the park opened. The playground photos are mostly from 2010 and the playground remains the same - however, the trees and landscaping have filled in to make it feel … [Read more...]
Pioneer Road Park: Log Cabin Picnicking and Uncovered Wagons
Pioneer Road Park is probably best-known for its summer water play. Thanks so much to Mary for recommending this one! It's not even on the map. My kids "oooh-ed" and "aaaah-ed" upon arrival at the brick-paved parking lot. Planners thought of every detail to make it feel like you've traveled back to pioneer days. From the many depictions of cowboys and the West to the … [Read more...]