Nice, pleasant park a couple miles up the road from South Coast Plaza…read more Plenty of parking as I don't think this park gets particularly crowded. There is a small lake that I saw some people using to fish. There are also three baseball fields. There is a paved trail that goes around the entire park. The trail must be maybe a half-a-mile loop. Along the trail there are two playground areas for kids (one small and one large), a single full court basketball court, and a pretty substantial work out area with pull up bars and foam floors. I know this is Santa Ana but overall I felt safe here and only saw one homeless guy at the far end who wasn't bothering anyone. Can't give it five-stars because it is an older park with some wear and no pristine amenities but because of that it is very pleasant and quiet. Dog friendly.

Such a nice, clean park that's great for young kids. My kids loved seeing all the ducks, geese,…read moreturtles and birds. The playground area was nice and spacious too, and we were surprised it wasn't too busy on a Saturday. The bathrooms were decent as well for a public park.

Beautiful new park in Tustin. The parking lot is a bit small but it doesn't seem to get too crowded…read moreand there is plenty of outside neighborhood parking. I came on a Sunday afternoon and there were a few parking spots left. There is a big grass area, sizable playground, and some picnic tables scattered around. From this park, you can actually take a paved trail called Greenwood Gulsh across the street (look it up on Google Maps), which then takes you to another park called Ron Foell Park. Nice little loop between the two parks. Dog friendly park as well. Quiet and safe.

Great park in Tustin. I love that it's wide and has so many…read moremini structures spread across the playground. There's slides, bridges, stepping stones, swings, web climbing, carousel spinny things. There are wood chips and foam floors. Small parking lot available right by the park.

This is a truly beautiful place to stop by. We came here on a Friday closer to sunset and we had…read moreluck finding parking near by. From the main lookout, there's a downhill path that leads you to another scenic viewpoint. It's a great place to slow down and enjoy nature.

Amazing place, peaceful, great walking distance to get cardio. Dog walks. Excellent views.read more

Hands down one of the cleanest, most convenient parks in the Irvine area!…read more There are several baseball fields, tons of gated tennis courts, playgrounds for the kids, countless picnic areas that are numbered for parties and gatherings. I think what makes this park stand out is the crowd. Any park can be beautiful but, without the proper maintenance from the park crew (and most importantly the park goers) it doesn't stand a chance. You see tons of regulars here with their dogs, families, kids. Everyone is friendly and respectful of one another. The dog crowd at this park is also one of the best I've seen. Although the park is not off leash, there's wide open areas for you to allow your fur family to play catch, run around, and have a bit of freedom! They do have a couple of posts that have doggie bags however, they run out quick so please do come prepared with your own poop bags just in case! There are plenty of water fountains throughout with water filling stations attached, so don't forget a bowl for your fur family!!

The park is located on Harvard Ave just next to the Irvine Civic Center. There are plenty of…read moreparking spaces around the park area. We visited there on a Saturday around noon. There were quite a few cars in the lot already. However, we didn't see a lot of people milling around as the park covers quite an extensive area. The park features a flower garden with a fountain near its center. Beyond that are several picnic shelters amidst an elaborate children's playground. Further on, there is a large expanse of grass area amidst soccer fields, base ball diamond and tennis courts. There are paved walk paths through out the complex that winds up and down the various terrains. Overall it's a nice place to enjoy a leisure walk!

Noguchi gardens is a gorgeous spot to just relax for a little, enjoy a break from the hustle and…read morebustle of the world. It's a small space but the artwork is nice and instills a sense of calm that is appreciated

Fun and interesting little place to visit if you are in the area by South Coast Plaza mall…read more Not the easiest place to find since you can't see it from the street. It is behind the Mastros restaurant. There is a parking structure nearby that is like $3 or $4 for 15 minutes and you can probably run through in 15 minutes, but 30 minutes to be safe. You can also walk from the mall parking lot, it is a little bit of a stroll but manageable. There are plenty of pictures so you can see what you are getting into before you make the drive, pay for parking, and walk over. When we went there on a Sunday morning, there were only 2 or 3 other people, so it was very quiet and zen. I enjoyed the write-ups and the exhibits. If I worked right there I would probably visit all the time.

It was a blast!!!!My daughter wanted to stay right after I told her we were leaving.You should…read moredefenitly try this park.

Cute little play structure. There is a music area and a double layered sphere that spins around and…read moreyou can ride inside. It reminds me of those playgrounds wheels from the 80s but with more safety considerations without removing the fun. The play area is turf and surrounded by picnic tables and Adirondack chairs, with plenty of shade. The design is thoughtful and makes for a great place to spend an afternoon. The parking is free and right next to the play area. It feels secluded and somehow also right in the middle of everything. The only thing missing is a bathroom and while I understand that it's prevent homeless people from moving in, it does limit the amount of time that anyone can hang out here (especially with littles). Still a nice place to enjoy a coffee or picnic and let the kiddos play.

Good and Bad: Good:…read moreNicely decorated, lots of greenery, play areas, left side of park safer Bad: Homeless took the right side of the park (closest to discovery cube), park ranger not present during day, saw homeless sleeping in one of play areas for kids Pro tip: Walk vigilantly! Be alert and present. Be around other people! You don't want to get attacked or robbed.

Santiago creek is a mixture or even a combination of two major parks. One, hart park and the other…read moreSantiago park. The watershed is the in between. Both offer goof parking availability, both are well placed for long distance running, with paths consistent of dirt trails of pavement and concrete, with a few obstacles, all of which are easy to moderate. It seems like a good place for walkers, joggers runners and for bikers . The paths at hart park starts by the old buildings of the swimming pool area. Crossing towards the west, you'll come across a few highway overpasses and an archery park, and a open air auditorium . Along the way, a dry water shed that connects to Santiago park, which has been in redevelopment . New trails, new kids park, new arbory and cleaned up trails. The trail extends into and past the science center and willl make its way to the entrance of the mall, by Broadway. On your return trip, there will be outlets by the rail, that lead out to the neighboring community. Total path in and out can 2 to 4 ... but can extend to over 8 miles... if one follows east of hart park. Overall, great family trails, clean, quiet and welcoming and beyond all else, made for everyone to have fun. Rating of 3.9 to 4.1 stars

Stopped by here earlier this morning after needing to walk off a lot of food lol…read more This is a nice little park located off the main road but also leading into a quiet residential neighborhood. There is no parking lot but there is plenty of free street parking surrounding the park area. The playground looks fairly new. There's also a basketball court and a couple of tennis courts.

My Daughter And I came to the new standpoint park. It is remodeled and it has a new playground…read more Great time for the kids to have some play time. Restrooms accessible