Playgrounds by City

Yorba Regional Park in Anaheim is a forested paradise with fishing lakes. Feels like Yorba Linda, but actually in Anaheim. 6 playgrounds!

Grand Park in Aliso Viejo sits above Aliso Viejo Town Center with a fenced playground and views of Saddleback Valley.

6 things to do with kids at Irvine Regional Park in summer ranging from bike rides, to train rides, to trips to the OC Zoo.

It’s no secret that Irvine Regional Park tops my list of favorite parks. My kids feel the same way, and there is excited squealing and a mad dash for the …

Riley Wilderness Park in Coto De Caza is a peaceful spot for wildlife viewing and family walks through the butterfly garden.

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.

California Scenario (Noguchi Garden) in Costa Mesa is a public garden art installation by Isamu Noguchi whose work is playful and inviting.

Moon Park in Costa Mesa is near the Santa Ana River Trail with a 30 foot concrete moon. Most use the park as a start for bike rides.

Stonegate Park in Irvine has swings, slides, climbers, spinners, and diggers. Also: basketball, volleyball, tennis, and a ball field.