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OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Mile Square Regional Park.

OC Parks Presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema Film Series

Celebrate summertime outdoors with 9 free concerts and 12 free movie screenings at OC Parks June 6 to August 29, 2025
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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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Purchase an Annual Pass

Annual parking passes are available for County parks, beaches or both.
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No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute to No Doubt at Mile Square Regional Park.

OC Parks Presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema Film Series

Celebrate summertime outdoors with 9 free concerts and 12 free movie screenings at OC Parks June 6 to August 29, 2025. (Orange County, Calif.) – The County of Orange and OC Parks...
Riley Wilderness Park

Extended Spring-Summer Park Hours Begin March 9

The clocks spring forward early March 9, marking the beginning of daylight saving time and OC Parks’ spring-summer operating schedule. Most regional parks close at 9 p.m. for the...
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2025 Catfish Stocking Schedule

Dates shown are week of stocking. Schedule is subject to change and will be updated as available. California Fishing License required age 16+ at all parks besides Irvine Lake. Week...
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Red Rock Wilderness

Early Morning Distance Hike into Red Rock Wilderness

Come along with us on this scenic distance hike through Limestone and Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This hike involves numerous ups and downs on groomed and maintained trails and is done at a moderate moving pace of around 3 mph. As we pass across the top of the Red...
Early Morning Fitness Hike on Hicks Haul Road

Tuesday Morning Fitness Hike on Paved Hicks Haul Road

Ready for a workout? Forget the gym for the day and head outside! Join us for an exhilarating morning fitness hike on the paved Hicks Haul Road in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This hike allows you to choose between a 3, 6, or 8 mile route , all of which are conducted at the speed of about 3.0...
Sunset Fitness Hike on Paved Hicks Haul Road: Both Sides of Loma Ridge

Evening Hike on Hicks Haul Road

Enjoy an evening hike through stunning rock formations and fragrant native plants as you listen to the sounds of nature. During this hike in the Irvine Ranch Open Space, you may travel at various hiking speeds based on your comfort level. This out-and-back program travels 3.5 miles round trip up to...

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