Collections
PaleontologyThe paleontology collection includes local Orange County fossils dating as far back as the Jurassic period 180 million years ago, including notable type specimens. Orange…
History
The first recorded archaeological excavation in Orange County was conducted by the American Museum of Natural History in 1912 around Newport Bay. After a hiatus because of World War II…
South Laguna Beaches
OC Parks manages the following beaches in South Laguna Beach: Camel Point Access from Camel Point Drive at Pacific Coast Highway Hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.…
Short Term Volunteers
OC Parks offers a variety of Short Term Volunteer opportunities that the public can participate in. These activities include single day special events as well as short-term project based…
Vendors With Verified Insurance
Please click here to see the current list of vendors with verified insurance.
Volunteers and Interns
Interns and volunteers are an important part of the scientific discovery, education, and outreach activities of the County of Orange Paleontology and Archaeology (COPA) collection.…
Park Amenities
Bike and Paddleboat Rentals Wheel Fun Rentals Yorba Regional Park: Hours of Operation: Please visit our website for current hours. Last bike rental goes out 1 hour before sunset and…
Agendas Minutes and Meeting Schedule
The OC Parks Commission meets the first Thursday of each month at the Mess Hall at Irvine Ranch Historic Park, 13042 Old Myford Road, Irvine, CA 92602 with periodic field trips to OC Parks facilities…
Group Fees
All activities and events that require liability insurance and/or involve the use of any vendors or contract services shall be subject to an OC Parks Permit. The cost of an OC Parks Permit shall be…