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  • Bolsa Chica Wetlands and Interpretive Center
  • San Gorgonio Park in San Clemente
  • Lang Park in Laguna Beach
  • Moulton Meadows Park in Laguna Beach
  • Aliso Beach Park in Laguna Beach
  • Village Green Park in Laguna Beach
  • Newport Island Park: Secluded and Simple by the Seaside
  • Alta Laguna Park in Laguna Beach
  • Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point: Harbor Lights and Sunset Barbecues
  • Crystal Cove State Park: Tidepooling at a Natural Playground
  • Bear Brand Park: For Between-Errands or Multiple-Kids
  • Top 12 Whale Watching Parks and Beaches for Orange County
  • Pines Park Above Capistrano Beach
  • Capistrano Beach Park: Ocean-Side Train Watching and Sand Play
  • Campfire Tales: Changing My Mind
  • Woo-Hoo! Hurray for a Holiday
  • Newport Coast Parks: Binoculars NOT Optional at Canyon Watch and Harbor Watch Pocket Parks
  • Beach Berm Play for California Winters
  • ocean love
  • Seabridge Marina Playgrounds in Channel Islands Harbor
  • Discovery Beach Game
  • Bonito Canyon Park in San Clemente
  • Huntington State Beach for Families: A Relaxing Slice of Sand Off Brookhurst
  • Beach Lovers: The Next Generation
  • Playing at the Beach: Ode to the Biggest Sandbox
  • Laguna Main Beach Park: Swinging Over the Waves

"The Park Lady"

My name is Michele Whiteaker and I'd love for you to think of me as your personal Play Concierge. Humbly sharing playful OC outdoor places to fit your tight budget through this unofficial and free community resource filled with time-tested recommendations from parents/caregivers like you.

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