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Veterans Sports Park at Tustin Legacy is a huge central park with a playground & splash pad near The District and former El Toro MCAS.

Quail Hill Loop Trail in Irvine where you can take a self-guided hike along a dirt trail with views. Part of Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks.

Portola Park in Lake Forest opened in 2020 with a pickleball court, sand volleyball court, dog park, a few fitness stations, and playground.

O’Neill Regional Park in Trabuco Canyon is the perfect spot for hiking & camping. It doubles as campground + nature-rich playground area.

Santiago Oaks Regional Park in Orange is an awesome spot for a family walk in nature. It also has a nature center with local exhibits.

Tamarisk Park in Lake Forest is tucked up in the foothills above Trabuco Canyon Road. [NOTE: As of September 2013 — Lake Forest is renovating this playground and there is …