1 Irvine Park Rd.
Orange , CA 92869
United States
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 higher numbers of visitors and picnicking parties on weekends, Irvine Regional Park has been closing to vehicle traffic due to reaching capacity. Closures typically take place between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Irvine Regional Park is nestled among a grove of heritage Oak and Sycamore trees. The rolling foothills surrounding the park are filled with a variety of wildlife. Trees and shaded turf areas provide a serene setting for leisure activities. Santiago Creek bisects the park and a pond with stone-work waterfall and footbridge is located in the center of the park. The variety of landscapes greatly enhances the park's beauty. Remember to visit the OC Zoo inside the park. Irvine Regional Park celebrated its 125th anniversary in October of 2022.
Tables and barbecues are located throughout the 495-acre park with convenient parking and restroom facilities nearby. A paved bicycle/walking trail meanders through the central park providing easy access to six playgrounds, four softball fields, two horseshoe pits and lake.
A three-mile equestrian trail skirts the perimeter of the central park providing scenic views of the park and its natural scenery. Horse trailers can be parked on the north perimeter of the train station parking lot. A lookout trail is on the north slope of the natural area where a covered shelter, watering trough and water fountain are available.
Group Picnic Areas: Four group picnic areas are available for large group picnics. Most have built-in barbecues, sinks and permanent tables. All groups of 100 or more are required to obtain a group activity permit a minimum of 15 working days prior to the day of use. Rates for reserving group picnic areas are variable according to size and type of group. Parking fees are not included with reservations.
Squirrel Square: Squirrel Square is located near the lake and boathouse and has a maximum capacity of 200 people. It can be reserved in advance weekdays March-November by calling the park office and is available on a first-come, first-served basis on weekends in March-November. It can be reserved in advance weekdays and weekends December-February by calling the park office. A nearby ball field and volleyball area may be used on a first-come, first-served basis.
Deer Den: Deer Den is located near the bandstand/stage and has a maximum capacity of 200 people. It can be reserved in advance weekdays March-November by calling the park office and is available on a first-come, first-served basis on weekends in March-November. It can be reserved in advance weekdays and weekends December-February by calling the park office. A nearby ball field and volleyball area may be used on a first-come, first-served basis.
Coyote Corner: Coyote Corner is located in the back of the park with a more secluded atmosphere and has a maximum capacity of 250 people. It can be reserved by calling the park office. A playground is nearby and the ball field may be used on a first-come, first-served basis.
Falcon Flats: Falcon Flats is located in the Villa Park Loop area and has a maximum capacity of 350 people. It can be reserved by calling the park office. A nearby playground may be used on a first-come, first-served basis.
Concessions: Bicycle and aquacycle rentals are located adjacent to the historic boathouse. Rentals are available throughout the summer, weekends and holidays. For more information visit irvineparkrailroad.com.
The Lakeside Snack Bar is located adjacent to the historic boathouse. A variety of hot and cold food is available, as well as picnic supplies. Operating hours are seasonally variable.
Children's pony rides are offered year-round, daily except Mondays. Hours of operation are weekdays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekends and holidays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The operating schedule is subject to change, primarily due to weather conditions. For information about the pony rides only, please call (949) 469-1607.
The Irvine Park Railroad and snack shop is located across from the pony rides and is open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A 10-minute train ride meanders past the two lakes and circles through an oak woodland. There are also four party pavilions that can be reserved for parties of fewer than 40 through the Train Station.
Sycamore Hill group area is the newest reservable private picnic area located within the park. Requests for this area should be directed to the Irvine Park Railroad at (714) 997-3968.
