Irvine Regional Park
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange 92862
(714) 973-6835 or (714) 973-3173
Located in the scenic foothills of East Orange County, California's oldest county park (donated by James Irvine in 1897) has a rustic, early California atmosphere and offers such unique features as the Orange County Zoo and pony rides. It's also an ideal setting for observing wildlife, visible along the nature trail and on the surrounding hillsides.
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Irvine Park Railroad
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Santiago Oaks Regional Park
2415 N. Windes
Orange 92869
(714) 973-6620 or (714) 973-6622
This secluded refuge offers the natural charm of mountain vistas, an orange grove, native oak trees and a creek. Here, hikers, naturalists and equestrians can enjoy the scenery as well as interpretive programs at the visitor center.
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Santiago Oaks Regional Park
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