Covered picnic area

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.

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

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

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.