this was my first time trying disc golf but i had so much fun! with an ultimate frisbee background,…read moreit was an adjustment since the discs are smaller and thrown at a diff angle than with the big discs. the guy up front was super helpful and knowledgeable in helping my friend and i choose discs. it was only $3 to play on weekdays for an 18-hole course !!! such a steal. most holes were par 3 and we did par 4 on most so don't be intimidated if you're a beginner like me in disc golf. it's a nice stroll in the park with a frisbee twist, scenery is beautiful (esp the lake) and locals are so encouraging! i would definitely come back 10/10 experience all around

Great 18 hole course. Everything is marked well. You can always reference U-Disc for the course…read morelayout. Nothing too difficult. Lots of back and forth in certain parts of the course so be mindful of your fellow players. Keep up the etiquette as well to offer others to pass through who have less in your group that play faster. Enjoy yourself and have a good round! I'll see you out there!

+ Pleasant place to run and bike around. + Plenty greenery…read moreall around. + Several public sand volleyball courts. . Can't wait for their upcoming many pb courts! Our county needs hundreds more pronto. + They still operate the big orange balloon ride, - but according to Irvine website it's $10/adult now. Glad I went when it was still free. + Amicable, family-friendly ambience. + Numerous ample parking lots. + Adjacent Wild Rivers.

I was here for Daisy Chain Fields tonight and an excellent summary of the experience I overheard…read morewas "the musical performances were great, too bad this is the only thing people will remember". The "this" she was referring to was the unmitigated disaster that was the rideshare situation in Parking Lot 4. Drop off was fine, but the parking lot pick up procedure was both confusing, frustrating and a complete debacle. Keep in mind there were 45,000 attendees at least a third of whom probably booked a rideshare. Not only did police and event staff block off entry completely around 11:00PM (the show ended at 10:00PM) we were redirected to another parking lot supposedly letting drivers in (but didn't end up doing so) leaving people completely stranded to fend for themselves for their way home. Nobody seemed to have any idea what was going on or who had accurate information. You were completely out of luck if your phone died. Lord knows how you'd manage to get home. Our party didn't end up getting home until 1:30AM, 3.5 hours after the event ended. My guess is there's probably some kind of bizarre city ordinance that requires event spaces/parking lots close to residential homes to close at certain hours which is why they forced everyone out of Parking Lot 4 before anyone actually got picked up. I know this is the first year this music festival was held here and the space isn't properly prepared for traffic this size but this was completely unacceptable and avoidable. Shuttles and parking closer to the event were both pricy and sold out so for some folks the only reasonable alternative was a rideshare. What was otherwise an enjoyable space gave people a terrible impression and a bad taste in their mouths not to return to a place so poorly equipped to handle transport. If you're going to hold huge events like this, sort out the rideshare situation after the event or not do them at all at Irvine Great Park.

Dogs! Unleashed dogs!…read more My complaint is not about the disk golfers. They are great! They are alway polite to a fault. If you need to walk by where they are playing? They actually stop and wait for you to pass. I've had that happen many times. My complaint is about people with their dogs. I had another incident with someone who didn't honor the leash law. Small, but a reminder that I can't go to this park with my small dog. It's just not safe for him and it might not be for me either. I don't know these dogs who are loose. Well, at least I wasn't jumped on by a large dog, like last time. That was pretty bad and the dog did hurt me. What if that had been a small child? So, my second incident... I actually saw a woman walk out of the park, leaving her dog inside the park, to choose whether to follow her or come towards me and my 10 pound dog. There's a walkway, back into the adjoining neighborhood. This was not through the parking lot. The medium sized dog, maybe 40-45 pounds, was anxious as to which way to choose. He/she started to come towards us. I mean... honestly! She would no doubt defend her actions by saying her dog is friendly... ...yadda, yadda. Point is, THERE IS A LEASH LAW THAT IS ***NOT HONORED!*** People who don't leash their dogs here are growing in this park. No one does! And because no one does, everyone seems to think it's ok. It isn't! It's not ok. While a large dog might be friendly, they can pounce on a small dog and injure it. Or a small child! If your dog is unleashed, it's out of your control and that's the point. The whole thing makes it near impossible to use this park. It's in my neighborhood so that just should not be. I'm still giving this 4 stars though because of the gold disk guys... they are mostly guys. They're great. ...

This is an excellent course, and about once a month I will drive up from San Diego to get in a…read moreround. I recently lost my wallet at this course, and when it was located they shipped it down to me, along with a disc! Such a cool gesture, and just reinforces why I keep coming back up there.

Great free disc golf course. I appreciate the added obstacles of trees that make more open courses…read morefeel boring.

Very very similar to Midwest disc golf courses that I've had the pleasure to play. Hole placement…read moreand height appeals to amateur and pro players alike. Plenty of shade through the 9 and 18 hole options with ample free parking available. Standard course rules and an easy seaside vibe permeates the grounds. Grab a disc, some buds (or go solo if that's what you need) and enjoy the fresh air, exercise and challenge!

Southern California disc golf has its roots deep here at UCI. UCI hosted the 1979 World Frisbee…read moreGolf Championship (watch a clip of it here : http://youtu.be/HwG9psXsOMs) where temporary baskets were laid out to form an 18 hole course. Over time, the course and the area where the course is laid out has gone through many changes. While not recognized by the disc golf community as being a destination course, a handful of old timers, college kids, and area golfers keep the UCI course alive and remembered. As of 2013, the course has no real representation through social media and other disc golf outlets (DGCoursereview.com doesn't even list it). It's a course that is usually passed by word of mouth. Besides a simple website (listed above) that features info on the course and maps of the courses' layout, there's little information out there. There are no signs, no maps and no information at the campus besides faded arrows pointing you to the next pin location. This is definitely an "insiders" course. Perhaps the biggest reason why this course isn't a huge draw for disc golfers is the fact it's a pole target course. There are no baskets. Mind you that target courses were used back in the 60s before the "pole hole" basket was invented by Ed Headrick (an original basket can be found at Oak Grove DGC in Pasadena, the first permanent course in the world). Here's how it works : there are a total of three 18 hole courses laid out and around UCI's Aldrich Park. The first 18 holes are represented by light poles with white tape wrapped around it. The second 18 holes are represented by black tape and the third set of 18 are represented by green tape. There is also a 9 hole "playoff" course represented by red tape. This makes a total of 63 holes. Tee pads are represented by small painted arrows (or in some cases dots). Many are faded and sometimes hard to see. Light poles can also be used as more than one pin location, as you will see multiple color tape on those poles. I managed to only play the first 18 holes before having to leave for a family get together, but I must admit that playing here was really fun (especially if you can get a group together...I played with 8 people). The fact that the campus is so quiet on a Sunday morning makes for a pleasant experience. I was skeptical about shooting at light poles (how fun is that?) but it made you really focus your putting. I can see that playing this course would make you hone in on your mid range game and putting, since you're aiming for something quite thin in size. Also another interesting side to playing here is the fact that buildings come into play sometimes. Also love the fact that there are some elevation throws too. A few other key points about playing at UCI : - If you're a first time player of the course, I STRONGLY SUGGEST coming out with a local who at least somewhat knows the layout of the course. I ended up playing with someone who pretty much grew up playing here with his dad. Since the park is a huge circle, getting lost from hole to hole would be quite easy to do if you're a newbie. It will save you a ton of time playing with someone familiar with the course layout. - Being how this is a large university, I would suggest playing here on weekends...although my buddy says playing here during the week is do-able. Keep an eye out for people walking, jogging, riding bikes and other various activities along the pathways. - Pretty much any ivy patch and or ice plant (http://projects.trnerr.org/invasives/assets/templates/plants/picts/carpobrotus_edulis1.jpg) is out of bounds, unless the light pole is in a patch. Bushes and other plants are safe. - Please keep a low profile when playing here. In other words, respect the rules of the university. It would be very easy for the university to eliminate any signs of a course being here if they see it was a draw to "bad elements". We want this course to be around (and maybe return to glory) for a long, long time. Please respect it and enjoy it.

Not impressed. The campus is pretty but light posts are lame. It's not always easy to see polls,…read morepeople are regularly around, and it's hard to know where to tee up. The UDisc app was the only way to get through it, and it took so long. Unfortunately, it seems like this is the best course in OC that isn't temp and doesn't cost money, except to park.

I love to walk central park for a variety of reasons. The amount of trees here provides a source of…read moreoxygen and heat cooling that I love. Although, in recent weather, I don't know lol. I love every squirrel I see and meet on the trail. I love to see the ducks and the trees and other animals I see on the path. The people are pretty friendly too. Sometimes there are also events including recreations, fairs or concerts. This park is a local city park but it is the size of a regional park, and bigger than some regional parks. They have 3 sets of restrooms along the walking path with three water fountains. At least one of the fountains I see has a fountain for dogs. If any of my OC Yelpers do a Pokemon Go community day here, please hit me up. ***Please listen to the song I am parodying, "Girls In Cars" by Robbie Dupree.*** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHJc59jm6s&list=RDSSHJc59jm6s&start_radio=1 While you are reading my song parody portion of my review below. They walk with a dog that has a smile that is always so nice And they smile without barking, and you just have to look twice Girls with dogs Girls with dogs I love girls with dogs Girls with dogs Girls with dogs They always have nice smiles And a friendly way to care For the dog I see On a leash that's made with care (rhymes with care) Girls with dogs Girls with dogs I love girls with dogs Girls with dogs Girls with dogs Those friendly dogs are not too far I feel a joy that's in my heart A pretty girl with a nice dog that is so happy You are what a walk should be Those friendly dogs are not too far I feel a joy that's in my heart A pretty girl with a nice dog that is so happy You are what a walk should be Girls with dogs Girls with dogs I love girls with dogs Girls with dogs Girls with dogs Walking a few hours In the coolness or the summer time heat I see the sunshine When she passes by me Girls with dogs Girls with dogs I love girls with dogs Girls with dogs Girls with dogs All you girls have gone a bit too far I'm not safe behind the wheel of my car You look too well, you have a serious effect on me You're a highway fantasy Girls with dogs Girls with dogs I love girls with dogs Girls with dogs Girls with dogs

Such a beautiful park!! Large lake in the center with so much local wildlife (cranes, geese, ducks,…read moreother birds, very friendly squirrels). Great for a nice peaceful walk after studying, plus there is the Secret Garden (absolutely beautiful and so many types of flowers/plants)

Course was in decent shape but this place gets really busy since it's free and one of the best…read morecourses around. We would definitely come back and had a great time at the disc golf course.

Beautiful course, I loved the layout. Green grass, tall mature trees, with a nice lake. Some…read moredifficult shots but lots of birdie opportunities.

Spent 130 bucks between 4 guys, guy working lied and said they have no free fountain water. Made us…read morebuy water. Love the course.

Fridays they have the best tri tip and brisket BBQ's! Their max & cheese is my kiddos favorite. The…read morecourse itself is challenging but delightful. We even saw a bear one time too which was cool but a lil scary. The drive here is tough but it's worth it. Staff here is great!

This is a cool community park. Something for everyone to do and enjoy. A walkway expands…read morethroughout, shaded bench areas for family picnics, apparatus for kids, a tennis and pickleball court, baseball field and disc golf coarse. At the time you can watch a beautiful sunset. Named after a local Anaheim school teacher, Principal the the state of California 1st School Superintendent.

Likes: + 3 free, open-play pickleball courts near the…read morerestrooms and parking lot. + Many friendly players. - Mostly beginners. - The grounds need sweeping after the wind piled up all those leaves. Non-likes: - Sun sets around 5pm and the lights haven't turned on. I don't wanna do nothing and wait another hour for the lights. - Restrooms lack soap.

Really fun course with lots of trees and elevated throws from a few holes. Very well thought out…read morepin placements and a very clean park. It seems to have a combination of Prado and Yucaipa courses feel to it. Easily would had given it 5 stars if it was free to play. $8-$10 entry fee to all San Bernardino Regional parks.