Overall a wonderful park - lots of PLAYGROUNDS for all ages, TENNIS COURTS, nice walking paths, big…read moregrass areas, and public RESTROOMS throughout the park. The playgrounds are so much fun for our kids and it is also a great space for picnics too. There is a lot of parking here and it's never too busy. Only downside is that you have to pay $3 to $5 to get in but it is well worth it. Definitely one of our top favorite parks to bring the family.

I looked for walking spots in the Brea area and this park popped up. There was a bit of a line to…read moreget in on Memorial Day and the cost for parking on a holiday was $7. The display also showed $5 for weekends and $3 midweek. We wanted to do the Redwood trail and were directed to parking lot A. The park is big and beautifully landscaped with a pond and various picnic areas that can be rented in advance. There is enough space to set up all kinds of games. We brought a picnic lunch and sat on a bench that was perfectly situated alone amongst the desert plants. After lunch, we followed the signs for the Redwood Grove Trail which was labeled as easy and is a 1.5 miles dirt trail to the Redwood trees. When you arrive you'll see a small Redwood forest with the history of the trees displayed before you enter. A really beautiful and peaceful spot to relax for a bit. On our way back we decided to take the Creek Trail to see where it would lead us. I was hoping to see water at the end of this trail. But, we only saw a bunch of rocks at one point that may be filled with water if it rains. The end of this trail did lead us to a beautiful butterfly garden and the opposite end of the park. We made the walk back and stopped at the pond. There appeared to be other trails surrounding the park and a trail that leads to the Carbon Canyon Dam.

This is such a gorgeous pocket of nature to get away from life for a while! There's so many places…read moreto go explore, people are really respectful for the most part so there's not trash on the trails, even people who bring their kids don't let them run around screaming like in some places. Nature is very much respected. It's also absolutely gorgeous! There's little Creeks, tiny waterfalls, the nature preserve itself is stunning, they have an area set up just for little birds to come visit that is beyond adorable, the birds you can come up to you! Well at least they did with us. I've also been to several weddings here, it's a really nice venue. Especially if people put lights up and have a dusk wedding OMG Parking is free, cheaper than therapy, wonderful break from the rat race. This is by far my favorite place in Orange County to just unplug.

Amazing hikes with the whole family…read more Very fun and chill hikes that cross a nice little steam in several areas.

We needed a place to crash between water polo games in Brea. I saw this park on Yelp, so my son and…read moreI checked it out. It is small, but the view is terrific and there are lots of trees to provide shade on a hot summer day. We pulled into the parking lot, i reclined my seat and enjoyed the view from my truck while I listened to the birds. A good place to recharge.

This is a nice little park located atop the hill, so it has nice views of the mountains in the…read morebackground. On a clear day you can see out further near L.A. too. Lots of people walking dogs, there are trash cans, a few benches and picnic tables. Somewhat peaceful but lots of traffic right off the main roads. Parking here is very tight, only a few spaces, but the park is so small no one stays long. There are also no restrooms at all.

Came here this past weekend and the kids enjoyed the large playground. Covered picnic area…read more Relatively clean grounds. Very hot during the summer. Also basketball court and pickleball courts available. Parking on the streets along the park.

I finally had the chance to come to this park. I've seen and…read moreheard great things about this park in our city. It's a neighborhood park that's pretty hidden since it's not out in the open. It's backed up and center of the canyon mountains in the back. One of my fav new park. It's really nice here. Had a playdate here on Sunday 1.07.24. Has 2 pickle ball courts and a basketball. Great for bike riding around the park or walking. They have a gazebo w lots of tables and benches. When we came it was a bit breezy. Saw a few people bring kites to fly. Love that idea. Lots of field space to do that. I'll be bringing my kite here next time. Box Canyon Park has A *Little Library" available for a good read while spending time at the park or can donate a book if you'd like when coming here. Very clean park along w the restrooms and it's near the playground. Not far at all. They restroom only has 2 stalls in the women's bathroom. Has a soap dispenser. Only street parking available. We were here for 2 hours and seemed like a lot to do for kids. Will definitely be visiting more in the future. Box Canyon park is a Win!

We were looking for a new place to hike and came across Panorama on yelp. There is parking at the…read morebottom of the restaurant and a pathway that leads up. This is a nice calm hike with maybe two inclines. Overall it is beginner friendly and a short walk to the end and back. It overlooks the golf course which is really pretty!

Good for short runs/walks with some hills! In the morning there's plenty of parking esp. when the…read morerestaurant is still closed. You'll most likely come across golfers as there's a golf course in the area. But overall it's a pretty peaceful trail!

830 am, June 13, 2026,…read more Arrived at the Weir Canyon Trailhead cul-de-sac. I was expecting more cars to be parked along the street, but it wasn't too busy. Maybe 6-7 cars at the end of the street. Long gone are the cooler temperatures of spring. It was in the low 70's, and the sun was intense. I encountered people and mountain bikes on the trail. There were a lot of ants. I did not see any snakes, though. The tall grasses are now dried up, but I saw sporadic glimpses of green plants and wild flowers. Completed the short loop trail in about 90 minutes.

Easy Loop with Great Views A perfect 4-mile loop for a…read morecasual outing with friends or family. The trail features gradual rolling hills, tons of greenery, and some city views. You share the trail with mountain bikers. Navigation: Excellent signage at every turn. Accessibility: Great for all skill levels; the hills are manageable and not too steep. Parking: Convenient free neighborhood parking right at the trailhead.

So beautiful!! It's mountain lion county so be aware but for the most part it's very nice &…read morecomforting

Gorgeous and manageable hike. Some steep areas for climbing but if you pace yourself, you can…read moretotally do it! While there is ample parking spots in the neighborhood, depending on when you go in the morning, you may need to wait 5-10 minutes for a spot to open up closer to the trailhead. We arrived at 10:30am and cars were parked all the way into the cul de sac. There are gorgeous green hills with native California wildflowers everywhere, including yellow mustard, mountain lupine, yellow California bush flower, and blue corn flower. The golden poppies were the most popular spots and were nestled ontop of various ridges. Pro tip: Arrive after 11:30/12 noon for easier parking.

Love it! It's a lot of climbing over rocks but it's great exercise. The best part of everything is…read morereaching the falls and eating a good sandwich. I do notice that many people leave their trash behind in this particular trail. PLEASE TAKE YOUR TRASH! You'll definitely get a good nap after getting home.

First time visiting Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park to check out the "falls" and it was just as…read moreexpected. By doing a little bit of research, we learned it was best to go early - my husband and I got there at 7:45am in October on a Saturday and the lot was already starting to fill up. When we left at 11:30, the lot was very full. There is technically plenty of parking but the busier it is, the farther you would have to go just to get to the trailhead. We had a very good weather for hiking. It was overcast for the first hour or so, and there is shade when hiking along the creek, and it was partly cloudy on our way out. If hiking during the afternoon, I would recommend bringing twice as much water as you think you would need. Overall, the trail was long but not too difficult. The first 3 miles are fairly easy/moderate and only the very end being somewhat difficult because it is steep. We think the total hike was about 7-8 miles round-trip and took 3.5-4 hours at a moderate pace. In October 2025, the falls and creek were dried out after a hot summer and only one storm in months. It made crossing the creek a non-event (only a little mud and puddles in a few areas), but it also meant the waterfalls were non-existent. The trail was still very scenic and a fun hike. The end of the trail is still very beautiful when dry. Note, there are lots of mountain bikers so be alert and stay to the right side of the trail. No bathrooms, trash cans, or water fountains but still very clean; thanks to the regular hikers who help to clean up the trails. Please be kind to others and respectful to nature. Pack it on, pack it out.