2018 OC Parks Strategic Plan
The 2018 OC Parks Strategic Plan was approved by the Orange County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 4, 2018. The plan compiles research, outreach and discussions with the public, stakeholders, the County…
Volunteer at the OC Zoo
Volunteers are an important part of the zoo, whether it’s preparing diets for the animals, helping to clean animal habitats, giving guided zoo tours, or many other activities. The OC Zoo has…
Special Events Permits
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…
History
On June 29, 2010, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted to accept a donation of 20,000 acres from the Irvine Company to the County for preservation and guided recreation. Additional…
South Orange County Regional Coastal Resilience Strategic Plan
Project Summary: The South Orange County Regional Coastal Resilience Strategic Plan was developed to facilitate and formalize regional collaboration to promote long-term coastal resiliency…
Park Amenities
Amphitheater Barbeques/Fire Rings Bicycling/Bike Trails Dogs Permitted Family Picnic Area Fishing A fishing license is required for persons 16 years and older. All State Fish…
Trail Use Designation Pilot Project
OC Parks in 2021 engaged in a Trail Use Designation Pilot Project that we hope will improve user experience and alleviate trail user conflict and congestion. The project involved…
Irvine Ranch Open Space
Eastern Foothills of Orange County. Access through scheduled events only. Acres: 22,500 Printable Map Park Hours: Access only…
History
The history of the ranch began with James Irvine. He joined two others owning the property before becoming the sole owner of it in 1878. After his death in 1886, his son James Irvine II (J.I.) became…