Bench swings

The Balboa Pier and Peninsula Park in Newport Beach: beach playground, bike trail, the original Ruby’s on the pier, and Balboa Island ferry.

Irvine Terrace Park in Newport Beach is on the edge of Corona del Mar and near Balboa Island.

Sea Canyon Park in Dana Point is a favorite for all ages. It has a playground, restrooms, picnic area, and even a dog park.

Eastbluff Park in Newport Beach features a playground with a clubhouse where kids can watch and hear the planes taking off from the airport.

Lions Park in Costa Mesa, better known as Airplane Park,still has the beloved concrete airplane and playground next to OCPL Dungan Library.

Plaza Park in Irvine is bound to become known as “Tractor Park” or “Asparagus Park.” It has an agricultural theme with a neighborhood feel.

Reef View Node Park in Laguna Niguel is a small neighborhood playground with a gigantic bear climber, teeter-totter, and swings.

Portola Park in Lake Forest opened in 2020 with a pickleball court, sand volleyball court, dog park, a few fitness stations, and playground.

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.