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Park Rules
Consumption of intoxicants prohibited.
Park only in designated areas.
All fires are prohibited. Fire prevention must be the first concern of every visitor.
No pets. (horses exempt)
Park…
Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Fall - Winter Hours, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. PDTSpring - Summer Hours, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. PSTOffice Hours: Every other Monday 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please call ahead…
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…
Jr Ranger Adventure Peters Canyon Regional Park
*This program takes place at Peters Canyon Regional Park, 8548 E. Canyon View Ave., Orange, CA 92869*The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC…
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.…