The County of Orange and OC Parks are proud to present the annual OC Parks Summer Concert Series with 9 free concerts at Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Gather your family and friends for an evening filled with live music beneath the summer sky Thursday evenings June 20 - August 22.
Join us Thursday, August 1 as Ozomatli takes the stage at Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley,with an opening performance by KYNG.
The event opens at 5 p.m. for guests to save their spot on the grass for the concert and enjoy food trucks and concessions! All concerts are from 5 to 8 p.m., with live music starting at 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free and open to all ages.
Event: Free
Parking: Free starting at 5 p.m. There will be a free shuttle going from parking lot H to lot D and lot B from 5 to 9 p.m.
Location: The concert will take place by the north lake near Freedom Hall. Parking attendants and event signage will direct patrons to the closest available parking.
The County of Orange and OC Parks are proud to present the annual OC Parks Summer Concert Series with 9 free concerts at Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Gather your family and friends for an evening filled with live music beneath the summer sky Thursday evenings June 20 - August 22.
Join us Thursday, July 25 as No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute Band to No Doubt takes the stage at Irvine Regional Park in Orange,with an opening performance by Cassie B.
The event opens at 5 p.m. for guests to save their spot on the grass for the concert and enjoy food trucks and concessions! All concerts are from 5 to 8 p.m., with live music starting at 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free and open to all ages.
Event: Free
Parking: Free starting at 5 p.m.
Location: The concert will take place at the front of the park at Sycamore Hill. Parking attendants and event signage will direct patrons to the closest available parking.
The County of Orange and OC Parks are proud to present the annual OC Parks Summer Concert Series with 9 free concerts at Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Gather your family and friends for an evening filled with live music beneath the summer sky Thursday evenings June 20 - August 22.
Join us Thursday, July 18 as A Thousand Horses takes the stage at Irvine Regional Park in Orange,with an opening performance by David Rosales.
The event opens at 5 p.m. for guests to save their spot on the grass for the concert and enjoy food trucks and concessions! All concerts are from 5 to 8 p.m., with live music starting at 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free and open to all ages.
Event: Free
Parking: Free starting at 5 p.m.
Location: The concert will take place at the front of the park at Sycamore Hill. Parking attendants and event signage will direct patrons to the closest available parking.
This project includes the maintenance of the existing rock slope protection along Strands Beach below the Niguel Shores Community. The construction crew will operate from a staging area located within the HOA parking area. The public stairs and ramp will also be repaired at the north end of the revetment area.
WHAT:
Retrieve and re-stack displaced stone in 100-foot sections
Import of up to 1,000 tons of rock
Repair the existing northerly access ramps
Repair the existing public, concrete beach stairs
WHEN:
February 26 - Late May 2024
Working hours and schedule may vary due to inclement weather, tidal conditions, repair conditions, and other factors.
Working Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DETOURS AND SAFETY
Construction activity may impact access to Strands Beach from Niguel Shores Drive and Selva Road Tuesdays between 8-10 a.m. and 12-3 p.m. Flaggers will be present to direct trucks and manage pedestrian foot traffic, along with additional control measures including construction signage to avoid the work area. Portions of the beach may be inaccessible during high tide.
CONTACT INFORMATION OC Public Works Construction Inspector Paul Weaver (714) 719-1742
Have you ever wanted to learn about preserving and canning your own food? Join The Master Food Preservers of Orange County and OC Parks at George Key Ranch Historic Park for a new series on food preservation demonstrations. On Saturday, September 21, we will learn about preserving tomatoes. You will have the opportunity to learn what materials are needed, witness the steps involved in the process and get some tips from the experts.
Program and parking are free, but reservations are required due to limited parking on-site. Learn more and register here.
The clocks spring forward early March 10, marking the beginning of daylight saving time and OC Parks’ spring-summer operating schedule. Most regional parks close at 9 p.m. for the spring and summer. Wilderness parks close at sunset year-round.
Spring-summer hours for the following regional parks are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.:
Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Clark Regional Park
Craig Regional Park
Irvine Regional Park (opens at 6 a.m.)
Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Mason Regional Park
Mile Square Regional Park
Tri-City Regional Park
Yorba Regional Park
Wilderness parks and the following regional parks open at 7 a.m. and close at sunset year-round:
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Caspers Wilderness Park
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (parking lots open at 8 a.m.)
O’Neill Regional Park
Peters Canyon Regional Park
Riley Wilderness Park
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
Talbert Regional Park
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Wieder Regional Park
Irvine Lake will continue to operate Friday-Sunday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hours for OC Parks’ beaches vary but are generally between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Salt Creek Beach opens at 5 a.m. and closes at midnight.
OC Parks facilities will remain on these operating hours until daylight saving time ends November 3, 2024.
Irvine Regional Park is expecting an increase in visitation throughout the months of September and October, especially on weekends. The park entrance may be impacted and the park could close to vehicle traffic if parking reaches capacity.
Overflow parking will be available at Santiago Canyon College, 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA on the following weekends:
Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. 29 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 6 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Santiago Canyon College is approximately a half-mile walk to the park.
Parking is $10 per vehicle at Santiago Canyon College. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Permits for special events will not be issued during this time.
Please note: OC Parks annual passes are not valid for parking at Santiago Canyon College.
(Anaheim, Calif.) – Discover prehistoric rock formations and surround yourself with stunning views at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness.
The 500-acre property located within OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space features 6 miles of new trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, along with lookout points that offer sweeping views of the surrounding canyons, Santa Ana Mountains and beyond.
“Gypsum Canyon Wilderness is full of adventure waiting to be discovered,” said Chairman Donald P. Wagner, Orange County Board of Supervisors. “I am proud to bring this park space to the residents of Orange County. I look forward to exploring the new trails and all the beauty this area has to offer.”
Gypsum Canyon Wilderness features dramatic cobble and sandstone bluffs formed 16 to 20 million years ago when the earliest camels, horses, rhinos and saber-toothed deer roamed the area. Today, its protected and preserved native habitats are home to an abundance of wildlife including mule deer, red-tailed hawks, California gnatcatchers and bobcats. California poppies color the hillsides in the spring months while oak-studded meadows and large sycamore trees can be enjoyed year-round.
The area includes seven new trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding, ranging from easy to moderate in difficulty. Take in the expansive views of the surrounding landscape and colorful rock formations from two scenic overlooks. Visitors will have the opportunity to provide voluntary feedback about Gypsum Canyon Wilderness through on-site participation surveys and offer naming suggestions for several unnamed trails.
Gypsum Canyon Wilderness is currently accessible through scheduled guided and self-guided programs with advance registration. OC Parks balances environmental stewardship with public access to ensure the area is preserved and enjoyed. Public usage and feedback, along with further monitoring of native habitat and wildlife populations will be considered when determining future access opportunities and availability. Free publicaccess opportunities will begin Friday, November 17, weather permitting.
November and December 2023 Activities and Programs at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness
Advance registration required for all activities and programs. Visit OCParks.com/irvine-ranch-open-space for more information and to sign up. Inclement weather may cancel activities and programs.
November 17 – Morning Mountain Bike Ride at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 – 10:30 a.m.
November 18 and 25 – Wilderness Access Day: Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
November 22 – Plants Among Us: Learning About Plants at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 9 – 11:30 a.m.
November 24 – Turkey Burner Fitness Hike in Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 – 10 a.m.
November 24 – Afternoon Hike at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 1 – 3:30 p.m.
November 29 – Early Morning Fitness Hike: Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 7 – 9:30 a.m.
December 9 and 23 – Wilderness Access Day: Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
December 15 – Morning Mountain Bike Ride at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 – 10:30 a.m.
December 18 – Early Morning Fitness Hike: Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 7 – 10 a.m.
December 22 – Morning Hike at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness 8 – 10:30 a.m.
OC Parks OC Parks manages nearly 60,000 acres of parks, historical and coastal facilities and open space for the County of Orange as part of OC Community Resources. http://www.ocparks.com
(Lake Forest, Calif.) – Celebrate the joy of the holiday season at OC Parks’ Heritage Hill Historical Park with two weekends of festive fun at Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights this December.
Experience the 37th annual Candlelight Walk December 8-10 from 5 to 9 p.m. Stroll through the merry grounds and enjoy historical buildings ornamented with holiday lights and décor. Join in the joy of the evening with live musical performances, holiday crafts for kids and a visit with Santa Claus. Refreshments will be available for cash purchase.
The celebration continues with OC Parks’ Holiday Lights December 15-17 from 5 to 9 p.m. Wander through twinkling light displays and snap pictures in front of various holiday-themed photo opportunities. Pets are welcome to join the fun on leashes no longer than six feet. Please note additional entertainment and refreshments will not be provided.
"We are excited to host another year of family-friendly festivities at Heritage Hill Historical Park with events like Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights," said Chairman Donald P. Wagner, Orange County Board of Supervisors. “The holiday season is the perfect time for friends and family to create wonderful memories and celebrate the rich history of Orange County."
Both holiday events at Heritage Hill Historical Park are free to attend with free parking. Inclement weather may cancel the events.
OC Parks manages nearly 60,000 acres of parks, historical and coastal facilities and open space for the County of Orange as part of OC Community Resources. http://www.ocparks.com
