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Caspers Wilderness Park Nature Center sits above the park and playground with amazing views of San Juan Creek, Bell Creek, and mountains.

Costeau Park in Laguna Hills has a treehouse theme and gets shade most of the day. See photos of the playground with shade and swings.

Rimgate Park in Lake Forest has a basketball court and tennis court, as well as grassy areas for play with one shaded playground.

Lake Forest Park playground isn’t much of a destination, but it’s the perfect place to use a starting point for a walk.

Heritage Hill Historical Park in Lake Forest is a local treasure. Serrano and Whiting are familiar names for those traveling in Lake Forest.

Clarington Park in Laguna Hills has a town square feel with a grassy area for frisbee or to kick a ball. Also plenty of swings and trees.

Parc Vista Park in Laguna Niguel is small playground with lots of pretend play opportunities and views of the nearby canyon.

Springdale Park in Aliso Viejo is more commonly known as Spiderman Park or Spiderweb Park. Pairs perfectly with errands to Aliso Town Center.

Beacon Hill Park in Laguna Niguel is perfect for a quick play with little kids. It is hidden in a little canyon with a big grassy area.

Hummingbird Park in Aliso Viejo has everything I wanted out of a play place as a kid. It’s sunken below street level so it feels kinda secret and hidden. It’s …