Outdoors

Aliso Beach Park in Laguna Beach features a playground right next to the beach with a ship structure for pretend play near the ocean.

Olympiad Park in Mission Viejo is named for Florence Joyner and her accomplishments as an Olympian with a dedicated statue and Olympic theme.

Oso Creek Trail in Mission Viejo is outside the Norman P. Murray Community Center. It’s perfect for family walks near an awesome playground.

San Gorgonio Park in San Clemente offers families great ocean views and cool breezes with picnic tables and swings. Play pickleball here.

Liberty Park in San Clemente is a centrally-located park in Talega with something for every kid including swings, slides, and climbers.

Mission Bell Park in San Juan Capistrano isn’t anything fancy – but it’s near the beach which makes it a desirable summer play place.

Bonita Park in San Juan Capistrano is a small and dated neighborhood park. A mom friend who lives nearby recommended it for a quick play. This park is tucked into …

Los Rios Park in San Juan Capistrano is a playground in the historic Los Rios neighborhood. It’s very near the Amtrak station and restaurants.

MacKenzie Park in Laguna Hills is a small neighborhood park, but the equipment really lends itself to creative play.

Barbadanes Park in Mission Viejo is a small, but busy neighborhood park with a cute bumblebee and wide lawn for picnics.