Basketball court

Alton Park in Foothill Ranch (Lake Forest) has lots of shade and trees, plus opportunities for pretend. It’s the perfect neighborhood park.

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

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.

Stanton Central Park and Splash Pad provides an awesome gathering place for the community with a water play area open in summer months.

Los Olivos Community Park near Irvine Spectrum is near the site of the old Irvine Meadows Amphitheater off of Irvine Center Drive.

Melinda Park in Mission Viejo features lots of slides and a shade covered picnic area. Parents can see kids from benches near playground.

Bauer Park in Huntington Beach is a mid-size neighborhood park with play structures designed for climbing and a recycled rubber play surface.

Ridgecrest Park in Aliso Viejo offers Saddleback Valley views and shady swings. Native garden, tennis courts, basketball court and restrooms.

The Quail Hill Community Center playground in Irvine is near the Quail Hill Trailhead, as well as the Quail Hill Community Park.