Parks with shade

Rimgate Park in Lake Forest has a basketball court and tennis court, as well as grassy areas for play with one shaded playground.

Lake Forest Park playground isn’t much of a destination, but it’s the perfect place to use a starting point for a walk.

Fullerton Sports Complex Playground is a great little oasis on a hot day with wooden play equipment completely covered with a shade cover.

Springdale Park in Aliso Viejo is more commonly known as Spiderman Park or Spiderweb Park. Pairs perfectly with errands to Aliso Town Center.

Tustin Sports Park near Tustin Marketplace is one of the few in the area with a sun shade along Jamboree and near the Marketplace restaurants.

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.

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.

Main Beach Park in Laguna Beach offers a playground that helps kids learn ocean lessons at the playful lifeguard tower.

Stanton Central Park and Splash Pad provides an awesome gathering place for the community with a water play area open in summer months.