Paleontology The paleontology collection includes local Orange County fossils dating as far back as the Jurassic period 180 million years ago, including notable type specimens. Orange County has particularly excellent records of Eocene terrestrial mammals, late Oligocene-early Miocene terrestrial mammals, and Miocene-Pliocene marine mammals. The collection contains ancient mammals including...
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...
Interns and volunteers are an important part of the scientific discovery, education, and outreach activities of the County of Orange Paleontology and Archaeology (COPA) collection. Please click here for more information on how to sign up and become an OC Parks volunteer. For more information on OC Parks' internship program...
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OC Parks offers a variety of Short Term Volunteer opportunities that the public can participate in. These activities include single day special events as well as short-term project based work (i.e., trail restoration, facility maintenance, park clean-ups, etc.). Short Term Volunteer opportunities do not require specialized training. For individuals or...
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13042 Old Myford Rd., Irvine, CA, 92604
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...
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. Parking fees: $3 per vehicle entry Monday - Friday; $5 Saturday - Sunday; Higher for some holidays and events ( Fee Information ) Please Note: Parking for your reserved areas is not guaranteed. Due to...