Explore the world of animal enrichment by creating fun and engaging experiences for our zoo animals and meet zoo creatures up close! Program is for ages 5-7 years old ONLY. Cost is $5 per…

Laguna Hills, Calif. (July 16, 2026) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange, a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year in celebration of literacy.…

Irvine Regional Park is expecting an increase in visitation throughout March and April, especially on weekends. The park entrance may be impacted and the park could close to vehicle traffic if…

Project Summary: This project includes the maintenance of the existing rock slope protection along Strands Beach below the Niguel Shores Community. The construction crew will operate from a…

(Dana Point, Calif.) – OC Parks recently installed the first community-driven shoreline monitoring location in Orange County. Located along the Strands Beach access ramp (map included in…

(Lake Forest, Calif.) – Celebrate the fall season with OC Parks at the third annual Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park October 13-15 and 20-22. Tour the decorated historical grounds during…

Campers now must use certified pest-free wood in campfires, or purchase wood from park office. OC Parks is initiating a new firewood policy designed to reduce the risk of damaging Orange County’s…

(Orange County, Calif.) – Out of an abundance of caution for public safety, all OC Parks facilities, trails, beaches and campgrounds are closed Sunday, August 20, 2023, due to potential impacts from…

(Buena Park, Calif.) – Join OC Parks on Saturday, Oct. 12 at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park for Prehistoric OC, a free family-friendly event celebrating local paleontology, archaeology and the rich…

Ready for a workout? Forget the gym for the day and head outside! Join us for an exhilarating morning fitness hike on the paved Hicks Haul Road in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This hike allows…