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Adaptation Spotlight: Staying Warm

Join OC Park naturalists and explore how different animals stay warm in the winter! We will be looking at animal pelts, testing our ability to withstand cold water and playing with fake snow. 

This program is designed for ages 7 and older. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.

Advance registration required. Learn more and register here.    

The program is free and parking is $3 per vehicle. 

For questions, please email shelbi.richardson@ocparks.com.

Adverse weather, including high temperatures and wet or muddy trail conditions, may cancel the program.

Coyote

Celebrate the Joy of the Holidays at OC Parks' Heritage Hill Historical Park

Family at Candlelight Walk at Heritage Hill Historical Park

(Lake Forest, Calif.) – Ring in the holiday season at OC Parks' Heritage Hill Historical Park this December with two festive weekends of family-friendly fun at Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights.

Experience the decorated grounds during special park hours and explore the historical buildings decked out with holiday lights and décor at the 38th annual Candlelight Walk Dec. 6-8 from 5 to 9 p.m. Celebrate the joy of the holidays with live musical performances from carolers and brass band musicians, holiday crafts for kids, puppet show productions of “Thumbelina” and an opportunity to meet Santa Claus. Refreshments will be available for cash purchase.

The joy continues the following weekend with the return of OC Parks' Holiday Lights Dec. 13-15 from 5 to 9 p.m. Delight in twinkling light displays and snap pictures in front of a variety of holiday-themed photo opportunities. Pets are welcome to join the merry festivities outdoors on leashes no longer than six feet. Please note additional entertainment and refreshments will not be available during Holiday Lights.

"We are excited to show our holiday spirit and gather for another year of family-friendly activities at Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights at Heritage Hill Historical Park," said Chairman Donald P. Wagner, Orange County Board of Supervisors. "Attendees can visit an incredible historic site in Orange County while experiencing the enchantment of the holiday season."

Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights at Heritage Hill Historical Park are free to attend with free parking. Inclement weather may cancel the events.

Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630
ocparks.com/heritagehill
(949) 923-2230 

38th Annual Candlelight Walk
Dates: December 6, 7 and 8
Time: 5 - 9 p.m.
Cost & Parking: Free

Holiday Lights
Dates: December 13, 14 and 15
Time: 5 - 9 p.m.
Cost & Parking: Free

 

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Bird Walk

Spot local native and migratory birds on a hike through one of the most diverse plant communities in the United States - no experience necessary! This 2-mile hike will visit Barbara's Lake and back over moderate but uneven terrain with up to 50 feet of elevation gain.

This program is for ages 12 and older, and minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Wear hiking or walking shoes and bring binoculars. Water and sun protection are recommended.

The program will meet at the Nix Nature Center.

Advance registration required. Learn more and register here.

The program is free and parking is $3 per vehicle. 

Adverse weather conditions will cancel the program.

Bird Walk

Stories Carved in Stone

The rocks of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park tell a story dating back millions of years. Join OC Parks and Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers on a journey through history and discover volcanic intrusions, explore 40-million-year-old rock formations and experience the only naturally occurring lake in Orange County. 

This program includes a 3-mile hike and is designed for ages 12 and older. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring water and sun protection and wear closed-toe shoes. 

Advance registration required. Learn more and register here.

The program is free and parking is $3 per vehicle. 

Adverse weather conditions will cancel the program.

Rocks

2024 Holiday Lights

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

Holiday Lights will take place December 13, 14 and 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. Wander through twinkling light displays during special park hours. Pets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Please note that no additional entertainment or refreshments will be provided at Holiday Lights. Make sure to bring a camera and take your picture at a variety of holiday-themed photo opportunities! 

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Light tunnel decoration at Holiday Lights at Heritage Hill Historical Park.

2024 Holiday Lights

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

Holiday Lights will take place December 13, 14 and 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. Wander through twinkling light displays during special park hours. Pets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Please note that no additional entertainment or refreshments will be provided at Holiday Lights. Make sure to bring a camera and take your picture at a variety of holiday-themed photo opportunities! 

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Light tunnel decoration at Holiday Lights at Heritage Hill Historical Park.

2024 Holiday Lights

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

Holiday Lights will take place December 13, 14 and 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. Wander through twinkling light displays during special park hours. Pets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Please note that no additional entertainment or refreshments will be provided at Holiday Lights. Make sure to bring a camera and take your picture at a variety of holiday-themed photo opportunities! 

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Light tunnel decoration at Holiday Lights at Heritage Hill Historical Park.

2024 Candlelight Walk

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

The 38th annual Candlelight Walk will take place over three festive evenings December 6, 7 and 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening stroll through the decorated grounds as well as live musical performances, holiday crafts for kids and a visit with Santa Claus! Light refreshments will be available for cash purchase.

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Candlelight Walk at Heritage Hill Historical Park

2024 Candlelight Walk

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

The 38th annual Candlelight Walk will take place over three festive evenings December 6, 7 and 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening stroll through the decorated grounds as well as live musical performances, holiday crafts for kids and a visit with Santa Claus! Light refreshments will be available for cash purchase.

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Candlelight Walk at Heritage Hill Historical Park

2024 Candlelight Walk

Spend the holiday season with OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park this December! 

The 38th annual Candlelight Walk will take place over three festive evenings December 6, 7 and 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening stroll through the decorated grounds as well as live musical performances, holiday crafts for kids and a visit with Santa Claus! Light refreshments will be available for cash purchase.

Event and parking are free. 

Inclement weather may cancel the event. 

For more information, call (949) 923-2230 or email heritagehill@ocparks.com

Candlelight Walk at Heritage Hill Historical Park
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