Parks with picnic shelters

Fred Barrera Park in Orange is a small playground sitting on an entirely recycled rubber play surface with views from the canyon to the sea.

Olinda Ranch Park in Brea is a small neighborhood park right across the street from Carbon Canyon Regional Park.

Borrego Park in Foothill Ranch is in just the right spot to pair with an outing to Foothill Ranch Library.

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

Aliso Viejo Community Park playground has shade covers, a fenced tot lot, slides and climbers, & sits among ball fields near Aliso Creek.

Canyon View Park in Aliso Viejo is for playground fun with nature adventures. Playground shade covers, outdoor fitness equipment, and hikes.

Alta Laguna Park in Laguna Beach is high on a hill and often called Top of the World with views of the Pacific and Orange County inland.

University Community Park in Irvine has a lot going for it: library, community center, restrooms, nice playground, sports courts and fields.

Doria Park in Mission Viejo is the perfect park for toddlers and has all sorts of secret nature places to discover.

Beckenham Park in Laguna Hills sports a rainbow-colored play surface, shade trees, slides, and concrete turtles for climbing.