Body The first recorded archaeological excavation in Orange County was conducted by the American Museum of Natural History in 1912 around Newport Bay. After a hiatus because of World War II, efforts picked up in 1961 when local citizens formed an advocacy group, the Pacific Coast Archaeological Society, with the goal...

Body Beach Access Drinking Fountain Hand Canoe/Kayak lunching Picnic Area Guest Dock Restrooms Showers Swimming Tables Volleyball Courts

Body Please review the Photography Rules below prior to submitting an application. For more information on how to apply, please contact OC Parks Permits at 866-627-2757 or permits@ocparks.com . Business Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Portrait Photography Rules The use of fireworks, pyrotechnics or special effect devices...

Body Camping park rules. Consumption of intoxicants prohibited. MINORS SHOULD BE UNDER DIRECT ADULT SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES. Trails close at sunset. Possession or use of firearms or weapons is prohibited. The park depends on visitors to protect all wildlife, vegetation, features, and improvements. No pets. (horses exempt) No Hunting allowed...

Body Interactive Map of Orange County Historic Sites Historical Organizations in Orange County OCHC Plaque Program Locations OCHC Plaque Program Application

Body Newport Harbor was created naturally. In 1825, heavy flooding changed the course of the Santa Ana River. It began emptying into the sea in the area now known as West Newport. Sand carried downcoast by the prevailing currents and by the river during the rainy season, began to build up...

Body Orange County Historical Site Plaques For more than 50 years, the Orange County Historical Commission (OCHC) has designated sites and structures of local or countywide significance as Historical Sites. Over the years, descriptive bronze plaques have been placed at each of these sites by the Orange County Board of Supervisors...

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Body Riley Wilderness Park is as rich in local history as it is in native wildlife. The first Spanish presence occurred in 1769 when Captain Gaspar de Portola and his entourage of 63 soldiers and 2 priests made their way into the area in search of suitable mission sites along the...