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Laguna Niguel Lake Fish Die Off
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Friday, August 29, 2025: OC Parks has received the results of the necropsies performed on three bass fish that died during the incident. Bacteriology, histology, parasitology, heavy metals and viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSV) were tested. The testing yielded the following results: Bacteriology : No significant issues detected. Histology...
Featherly Regional Park
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For more information or to make reservations , or call (714) 637-0210. Located in Santa Ana Canyon, almost all of Featherly Regional Park is a natural riparian wilderness area; public access is restricted and viewing opportunities are best from the Santa Ana River Bikeway which runs adjacent to the park...
OC Zoo
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The OC Zoo is located inside beautiful Irvine Regional Park in the city of Orange. The Zoo is nestled among the majestic 495-acre park. The Zoo's focus is on animals and plants native to the southwestern United States. Many of our animals are injured, orphaned, confiscated, or not releasable into...
Talbert Regional Park
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Please note that there is no on-site parking at Talbert Regional Park. Park Map Talbert Regional Park is located North and South of Victoria Street in Costa Mesa between Pacific Avenue and the Santa Ana River. North Talbert consists of 91.5 acres and South Talbert is approximately 88.5 acres. The...
Bayside Beach/Newport Harbor
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OC Parks operates Bayside Beach within Newport Harbor at 1901 Bayside Drive. This location also supports the Orange County Sheriff’s Harbor Patrol facility and the base for the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Narwhal. Limited parking is available on-site, and passenger pickup and drop-off is permitted within designated areas. Shore hand-launching...
Craig Regional Park Lake Restoration Project
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Project Summary: Craig Regional Park lake will undergo a lake restoration project beginning in June through Fall 2025. WHAT: Lake dredging and bank stabilization will be performed along 600 linear feet of shoreline on the north side of the lake. View a project map . Partially funded through a Habitat...
2023 Catfish Stocking Schedule
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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 of March 13-17, 2023 Irvine Lake Mile Square Regional Park Tri-City Regional Park Yorba Regional Park Week of April 24-28...
Irvine Regional Park Overflow Parking Information
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Irvine Regional Park experiences an increase in visitation throughout September and October, especially on weekends. The park entrance may be impacted and the park could close to vehicle traffic if parking reaches capacity. If you are planning to visit the Pumpkin Patch , please note reservations are now required for...
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park Closed Due to Recent Mountain Lion Activity
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park has reopened. The park initially closed out of an abundance of caution on Nov. 4 due to mountain lion activity and remained closed following heavy rains which caused wet and muddy trail conditions. Due to the confirmed mountain lion sightings at Whiting...
Fun Fall Happenings at OC Parks
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(Orange County, Calif.) – OC Parks is offering a variety of free, fall and spooky-themed events and programs for all ages throughout Orange County this autumn. Explore decorated historical grounds during special park hours at the fourth annual Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park Oct. 11-13 and 18-20. Put on...