Ralph B. Clark Regional Park has a rich history of fossils. Over 10,000 years ago this site contained marshes, grassy meadows and oak woodlands, inhabited by at least 70 forms of life including the ancient mammoth, ground sloth and ring-tailed cat. Paleontologists have discovered remains of prehistoric camel, whale, bison...

Capistrano-Doheny Nature-Based Shoreline Adaptation Project rendering Project Summary: OC Parks is pursuing final design and permits for a Nature-Based Shoreline Adaption Project at the north end of Capistrano Beach and south end of neighboring Doheny State Beach. This “ living shoreline ” project consists of construct ing a 1,150-foot system...

Biking on County Regional Bikeways Bicycles, Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes permitted. All bikes yield to pedestrians. Speed limit of 10 MPH. Obey all traffic laws. Helmets are required for riders under 18 years old. All bikes must stay on designated trails or bikeways at all times. No person...

Park only in designated areas. Vehicle operations restricted to designated roads. Minors (under 18 years) should be accompanied by an adult at all times. No Hunting allowed. Dogs must be restrained by a leash at all times (6 foot maximum) The park depends on visitors to protect all wildlife, vegetation...

In 2007, Orange County Parks (OC Parks) was directed by the Board of Supervisors to develop a comprehensive Strategic Plan that addresses the management, operation, maintenance, expansion and development of its facilities and programs. The Board of Supervisors approved the OC Parks Strategic Plan in October, 2007. The Strategic Plan...

ALERTS Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park Carbon Canyon Regional Park Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park Ralph B. Clark Regional Park Ted Craig Regional Park Featherly Regional Park Irvine Lake Irvine Ranch Open Space Irvine Regional Park Laguna Coast Wilderness Park Laguna Niguel Regional Park William R. Mason Regional Park...

Beach Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m (includes Poche Beach) Consumption of intoxicants prohibited. A speed limit of 10 MPH enforced at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the beach between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. from June 15 to Sept. 10. Dogs are not allowed off leash at...

Sunset Marina Park first opened its facilities in 1969. Prior to that, the area was an undeveloped natural waterway adjacent to the huge wildlife area that is still untouched. The park itself includes a 276 slip marina, a public boat launch ramp with multiple lanes, boat and trailer parking, car...

All fires are prohibited. Fire prevention must be the first concern of every visitor. No Hunting allowed. No fishing allowed. No pets. The park depends on visitors to protect all wildlife, vegetation, features, and improvements. This wilderness area is characterized by certain inherent dangers. These dangers include rattlesnakes, poison oak...

Orange County Fire Watch Network volunteers are a dedicated group specially trained to deter arson activity, ensure early fire detection and provide public education about fire danger. Fire Watch volunteers are not trained as firefighters, but provide an important component to prevent destructive wildfires. The Orange County Fire Watch network...