Consumption of intoxicants prohibited. A speed limit of 10 MPH enforced at all times. Fires are permitted only in fireplaces and approved camp stoves. Fire prevention must be the first concern of every visitor. Possession or use of firearms or weapons is prohibited. Dogs must be restrained by a leash...
Spurred by a 1965 Grand Jury Report which stressed the "overcrowding of our parks, beaches and harbors," the County of Orange has continuously sought to acquire more public/recreational areas. The Niguel Beach region, previously known as Salt Creek, has always been a popular surfing and swimming location. However, the land...
Project Information OC Public Libraries – Library of the Canyons Now Open Former Silverado Elementary School Site – Saddleback Gateway Interim Operations Plan On April 11, 2017, the Board of Supervisors approved the Interim Operations Plan (IOP) for Saddleback Gateway. The IOP addresses how OC Parks intends to operate and...
Beach Access Drinking Fountain Hand Canoe/Kayak lunching Picnic Area Guest Dock Restrooms Showers Swimming Tables Volleyball Courts
Important Notice: Permit applications MUST be received 30 days prior to your event date for processing. If you are contracting vendors on our list of vendors with verified insurance , applications MUST be received a minimum of 14 days prior to event date. To conduct organized group educational and recreational...
New Large Mammal Exhibit New Large Mammal Exhibit at OC Zoo Now Open May 2022 -- A new large mammal exhibit at the OC Zoo in Irvine Regional Park opened to the public May 13 and marked the debut of four new animals. The new, 2-acre habitat represents the largest...
The following sites are available for weddings, receptions and events: Please contact each directly for information on availability, rates and other special accommodations. Heritage Hill Historical Park in Lake Forest Maximum Capacity: 150 Contact Staff: 949-923-2230 Email Heritage Hill Historical Park Old County Courthouse in Santa Ana Maximum Capacity: 76...
Placentia, Calif. – Chairman Doug Chaffee from the Orange County Board of Supervisors cut the ribbon on a brand-new, ADA-accessible fishing platform at Tri-City Regional Park in Placentia on May 31. “This new platform will open additional opportunities for more people to enjoy the wonderful sport of fishing,” Chairman Chaffee...
OC Parks staff members help preserve Orange County's parks in perpetuity for the recreation, education and inspiration of all visitors. Any ongoing recruitments are posted on the County of Orange website. To apply or sign up for recruitment notifications, go to the County of Orange jobs website . How to...
Two orphaned sister mountain lion cubs made their debut this month with the opening of the OC Zoo’s new large mammal exhibit. Now, you have the chance to help pick their names! *Voting has concluded. Check back soon for the name announcement!* More than 1,500 name suggestions were submitted in...