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OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program

The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages visitors to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks and is available at 20 OC Parks facilities.

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Claim Your OC Parks Adventure

Featured at the John Wayne Airport baggage claim areas in Terminals A, B and C, themed installations and travel posters highlight OC Parks’ various facilities, events and programs.

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Purchase an Annual Pass

Annual parking passes are available for County parks, beaches or both.

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Reserve a campground, shelter or group area online.

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OC Parks' Annual Fall-O-Ween Returns to Heritage Hill Historical Park

October 1, 2026

(Lake Forest, Calif.) – A favorite fall tradition returns to Heritage Hill Historical Park as OC Parks celebrates the sixth annual Fall-O-Ween, Oct. 16-18 and 23-25. Spend the...

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Spook-Tacular Fall Festivities at OC Parks

September 28, 2026

(Orange County, Calif.) – OC Parks is welcoming the spooky season with a lineup of free fall and Halloween-themed events and programs for all ages across Orange County. Tour the...

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OC Parks' Claim Your OC Parks Adventure Installation Now on Display at John Wayne Airport

September 22, 2026

(Santa Ana, Calif.) – Travelers arriving at John Wayne Airport can experience Orange County’s park and program offerings through the new Claim Your OC Parks Adventure campaign, now...

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Con Cada Paso: A Visual Celebration of Relámpago del Cielo Grupo Folklórico now on display at the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana

September 16, 2026

(Santa Ana, Calif.) – Discover 50 years of folklórico dancing tradition in Orange County and view Con Cada Paso: A Visual Celebration of Relámpago del Cielo Grupo Folklórico now on...

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Irvine Regional Park Overflow Parking Information

September 1, 2026

Irvine Regional Park experiences an increase in visitation throughout September and October, especially on weekends. The park entrance may be impacted and the park could close to...

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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Mountain Bike Ride at Fremont and Weir Canyons to Sierra Peak

Join us in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space for a challenging docent-led mountain bike ride for very experienced off-road riders in excellent cardio shape through Fremont and Weir Canyons to Sierra Peak. We will climb out of Irvine Regional Park on Coal Mine Road to the Fremont Canyon Weather...

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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Birds of a Feather: Beginners Birding

Join OC Parks volunteer naturalists and Laguna Canyon Foundation for a relaxing bird walk along Aliso Creek. This program will introduce the basics of birding while hiking along a 3-mile path with 50 feet of elevation gain on uneven terrain. Birders of all experience levels are welcome, though the...

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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Wilderness Access Day: Red Rock Wilderness, Equestrian

Advance registration is required for this program. Experience the beauty of Red Rock Wilderness from the back of your horse. Located within OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, Red Rock Wilderness trails will be open for self-guided hiking, biking, and equestrian use. Equestrian riders who have trail...

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