Playgrounds by City

The StoryWalk and Mesa Trail area of O’Neill Regional Park is on a mesa above main park. StoryWalk posts a new story each month.

The Dana Point Bluff Top Trail is more of a place to stroll than hike. Less than 10 minutes to leisurely walk from Violet to Amber Lantern.

What parks are open in Orange County, California? As of December 9, 2020, the California Department of Public Health issued guidelines for playgrounds to open. The official wording is: “Playgrounds …

Cedar Grove Park in Tustin has a nature-themed playground and adult fitness equipment, plus it’s fun for pretend play or sports activities.

O’Neill Regional Park in Trabuco Canyon is the perfect spot for hiking & camping. It doubles as campground + nature-rich playground area.

The Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park in Irvine offers a great playground and gardens by the Irvine Civic Center.

Santiago Oaks Regional Park in Orange is an awesome spot for a family walk in nature. It also has a nature center with local exhibits.

Red Barn Park in San Clemente – inside Talega – is officially known as Tierra Grande Park. Its red barn theme makes it really fun for pretend.

Arroyo Park in Newport Beach feels like a hidden play place, but it’s near UC Irvine and all sorts of Newport Beach goodness.

Sheep Hills Park is located in Laguna Hills, but is managed by the Aliso Viejo Community Association. The playground got an update in 2019.