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Irvine Regional Park Activities
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Tables and barbecues are located throughout the 477 acre park with convenient parking and restroom facilities nearby. A paved bicycle/walking trail meanders through the central park providing easy access to six playgrounds, four softball fields, two horse shoe pits, volleyball courts and lagoon.
A four mile equestrian trail skirts the perimeter of the central park providing scenic views of the park and it's natural scenery. Horse trailers can be parked on the north perimeter of the train station parking lot. A lookout trail is on the north slope of the natural area where a covered shelter, watering trough and water fountain are available.
Group Picnic Areas... Three group picnic areas are available for large group picnics of 155 or more. Most have built-in barbecues, sinks and permanent tables. All groups of 100 or more are required to obtain a group activity permit a minimum of 15 working days prior to the day of use. Rates for reserving group picnic areas are variable according to size and type of group.
Group Area I is located near the lagoon and boathouse. Maximum capacity is 200, minimum group size is 155. A nearby ball field and volleyball area may be used on a "first-come" basis.
Group Area II is located near the bandstand/stage. Maximum capacity is 200, minimum group size is 155. A nearby ball field and volleyball area may be used on a "first-come" basis.
Group Area III is located in the back of the park with a more secluded atmosphere. Maximum capacity is 250, minimum group size is 155. There is a playground nearby and the playing field is again "first-come".
Group Area IV is located in the Villa Park Loop area. This area has a maximum capacity of 350 people and a minimum of 155. The nearby playground and volleyball court can be used on a "first-come" basis.
Bandstand/Stage... The outdoor bandstand/stage is located near the Visitor Center in the central park area.
The stage faces Group Picnic Area II, and can be lighted for evening programs.
Concessions... Bicycle and aquacycle rentals are located adjacent to the historic boathouse. Rentals are available throughout the summer, weekends and holidays. For more information visit www.irvineparkrailroad.com.
The Lakeside Snack Bar is located adjacent to the historic boathouse. A variety of hot and cold food is availble, as well as, picnic supplies. Operating hours are seasonally variable.
Children's pony rides are offered year round, daily except Mondays. Hours of operation are weekdays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weekends and holidays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The operating schedule is subject to change, primarily due to weather conditions. For information about the pony rides only, please call (626) 443-7746.
The Irvine Park Railroad and snack shop is located across from the pony rides and is open everyday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A 10-minute train ride meanders past the two lakes and circles through an oak woodland. There are also four party pavilions that can be reserved through the Train Station.
Sycamore Hill group area is the newest reservable private picnic area located within the park. Requests for this area should be directed to the Irvine Park Railroad at (714) 997-3968.
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