This project has been completed as of April 2025. Replace existing 240 feet of geotextile bags with rock at Capistrano Beach within the City of Dana Point. This temporary measure is a joint project between OC Parks and OC Public Works. Public access and parking may be limited during construction...

OC Public Works will perform pedestrian bridge improvements within the Wilderness Area at Mason Regional Park, east of Culver Drive. This work will help reduce flooding and improve public safety in this area. Trail closures are necessary to complete this important work and maintain public safety. WHAT: Crews are installing...

The clocks fall back early Nov. 2, marking the end of daylight saving time and the beginning of OC Parks’ fall-winter operating schedule. Most regional parks close at 6 p.m. for the fall and winter, and wilderness parks close at sunset year-round. Fall-winter hours for the following regional parks are...

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 Nov. 24-28, 2025 Carbon Canyon Regional Park Irvine Lake Laguna Niguel Regional Park Week of Dec. 8-12, 2025 Clark...

(Orange County, Calif.) – Join OC Parks, Newport Bay Conservancy and fellow volunteers for Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay on Saturday, Sept. 20. Lend a helping hand, protect local coastlines and wildlife, and contribute to the removal of thousands of pounds of trash and recyclables that make its...

OC Public Works will perform stabilization improvements along a portion of the Aliso Creek Bikeway to address potential erosion and ensure effective flood protection. WHERE: Aliso Creek Bikeway between the I-5 (San Diego Freeway) and Paseo de Valencia. WHAT: A portion of the Aliso Creek Bikeway will be closed intermittently...

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...

(Santa Ana, Calif.) – Step into the compelling photographic experience at The Other Side of Memory: Photographs by Luis C. Garza exhibit now on display at the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana (211 W. Santa Ana Blvd.). With striking visuals of historic moments of activism and community from...

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 weekends...

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...