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Trail Use Pilot Project

OC Parks is currently engaged in a temporary trail use designations pilot project that we hope will improve user experience and alleviate trail user conflict and congestion.
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Catfish Stocking

Check the week of scheduled catfish stocking at select regional parks.
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Capistrano Beach Master Plan

View the presentations from two public workshops, view design alternatives and take the survey to tell us what you think!
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Projects

Read about projects underway in OC Parks.
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Reservations

Reserve a campground, shelter or group area online.
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Map of Upper Newport Bay showing project location on Bay View Trail between Santiago Drive and Jamboree Road

Trail Improvements on Bay View Trail May Cause Delays

Trail repairs and improvements will be taking place on Bay View Trail between Santiago Drive and Jamboree Road starting Sept. 15 and are expected to continue until Oct. 29, 2021...
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Thousand Steps Beach Step Repair

Project Summary OC Parks will complete repairs of the steps and railings at Thousand Steps Beach. The steps leading from the road to the beach at Thousand Steps will not be...
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Tri-City Regional Park Restroom Replacement

Project Summary OC Public Works, on behalf of OC Parks, will complete Restroom #2 replacement project within Tri-City Regional Park located in the City of Placentia. The Rolling...
Craftsman-style public restroom building

Craig Regional Park Restroom Replacement

Project Summary OC Public Works, on behalf of OC Parks, will complete a restroom replacement project within Ted Craig Regional Park located in the City of Fullerton. Restroom...
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Upcoming Events

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Bird Walk

Come join a leisurely bird walk as we search to see which early birds catch the worms. Stroll through the park searching high in the oaks and sycamores for our flittering friends and low in the scrubs for the bouncing birds. Bring your binoculars, sun protection, comfortable shoes and an eye for...
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Discover Hidden Canyons: Weir Canyon

Discover the hidden canyons and trails found on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. These seldom-hiked trails offer fantastic vista views, secluded oasis of oaks and rising rocky outcrops. Come take a stroll along the trails to discover the hidden gems of Orange County. We will listen to tales of...
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Celebrate Cultures in Nature: Mid-Autumn Festival

This month we will focus on a Chinese celebration called Mid-Autumn Festival. This fun night of celebration enjoys the middle of autumn with lanterns and lion dances. Come and enjoy an evening hike on the Waterworks Trail in Fermont Canyon. Discover unique historical tales about the Irvine Ranch...

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Historic Sites

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