Park Web Links
Laguna Canyon Foundation: Laguna Canyon Foundation, volunteering and helping to preserve, protect and enhance the South Coast Wilderness. 949-497-8324 Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park…
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…
Arden Modjeska Stone House Restoration
Project Summary: OC Parks is partnering with OC Public Works to restore the Stone House on the grounds of Arden: Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens. The Stone House is expected to be closed…
OC Zoo Welcomes New Jaguar to the Large Mammal Exhibit
(Orange, Calif.) – A young jaguar is the newest addition to the OC Zoo’s Large Mammal Exhibit, joining four large cats in the new section of the zoo. Mickey, an 11-month-old jaguar, comes…
OC Zoo
The OC Zoo is located inside beautiful Irvine Regional Park in the city of Orange. The Zoo is nestled among the majestic 495-acre park. The Zoo's focus is on animals and…
Fireworks Prohibited in County Parks
All fireworks, including “safe and sane” fireworks, are prohibited in County parks. Regional parks are expected to be very busy July 4, and parking fees at most regional parks will be $7. A…
Extended SpringSummer Park Hours Begin March 12
The clocks spring forward early March 12, marking the beginning of daylight saving time and OC Parks’ spring-summer operating schedule. Most regional parks close at 9 p.m. for the spring and…