Shade (picnic)

University Community Park in Irvine for a Full Day of Play – and Reading

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University Community Park in Irvine holds a strong spot in my mental checklist of Top 10 Parks in Orange County.  I love the location and the arrangement of the play equipment. Location:  Exit Interstate 405 at Jeffrey Rd./University Dr. and turn towards the UC Irvine and Tanaka Farms.  Turn right on Beech Tree Lane and [...]

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Seminole Park in Laguna Niguel for Picnics in the Shade

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We planned our visit to Seminole Park in Laguna Niguel to enjoy a lazy picnic.  It was a beautiful spot in a neighborhood with shade trees. Location:  Exit Interstate 5 at Crown Valley Parkway and head towards the beach.  You’ll drive quite a while before reaching Niguel Road where you will make a left.  After [...]

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Tamarisk Park in Lake Forest: Bringing Back Play Memories

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Tamarisk Park in Lake Forest is tucked up in the foothills above Trabuco Canyon Road.  We were out exploring parks in Mission Viejo when I asked some moms for advice.  I love asking for advice!  I always get the best tips.  This one moms says: “Oh, you have to try this park down the road [...]

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Minaya Park in Mission Viejo: Tire Swing, Helicopter Seeds, and a Rainbow

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Minaya Park in Mission Viejo is not what I’d call a “destination playground” – but every park has its good points. This one is centered in a quiet neighborhood.  There are all sorts of birds flitting through the trees and nice shade for picnics. Location: From Interstate 5, exit at Alicia Parkway and head towards [...]

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Las Lomas Community Park in Irvine

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Las Lomas Community Park in Irvine was a complete surprise find while trying to find a shortcut to Bommer Canyon.  We visited on a lazy summer afternoon when the fields were being repaired and the playground was empty. Empty!  It’s a massive playground away from the street and behind the Las Lomas Community Center. Location: [...]

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