I'd never heard of Pirate Park in Bellflower until one of my readers pointed it out to me. (Thanks for telling me about it, Cat!). It's a VERY small park and really geared towards the younger kids for that very reason. I think preschoolers and Kindergartners with BIG imaginations will love to play pirate here. And, yes, I realize that Bellflower is NOT in Orange County. … [Read more...]
Craig Regional Park in Fullerton
Craig Regional Park in Fullerton is in the most urban location of the regional parks I've visited. It's right across the Imperial Highway near Brea Mall. On the weekday we visited, I observed many visitors in high heels or suits walk over to the park with their sack lunches. Once you are inside the gates, the mall and busy city streets fade away--the only reminder of the … [Read more...]
Fullerton Sports Complex Playground
Fullerton Sports Complex Playground is another one of Lisa's great finds! I'm never disappointed when I arrive at our play destination to take photos of her recommendation. I love the warm feeling of a wood playground and the shade cover is such a bonus for hot summer days. Location of Fullerton Sports Complex Playground: Bastanchury is one of the main roads through … [Read more...]
Ronald Reagan Park in Anaheim Hills
Ronald Reagan Park in Anaheim Hills has a sports park feel to it and includes baseball diamonds, soccer fields, sand volleyball and basketball courts. The park is officially in Anaheim, but it’s across the 91 Freeway from Yorba Linda. It was formerly called Toyon Park, but in 2011 the name was changed. The play structures are much newer and there's lots of fun to be had on … [Read more...]
Clark Regional Park in Buena Park
Clark Regional Park in Buena Park might just be my favorite OC regional park. It's squeezed in between La Mirada and Fullerton. The grounds are expansive, but manageable for a 4 year old. There are no less than 3 separate playgrounds and an interpretive center. We walked almost the whole park during our visit. It was super, ultra-clean with raked sand and manicured lawns. I'm … [Read more...]