dog friendly park

Great Park

Overview: Great Park is rated 4.6/5 from 2306 Google reviews. This park offers a wide variety of sports fields, walking paths, and activities, including a carousel and balloon ride. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

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4.6(2,306 reviews)

Overview: Great Park is rated 4.6/5 from 2306 Google reviews. This park offers a wide variety of sports fields, walking paths, and activities, including a carousel and balloon ride. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.

People say this park offers a wide variety of sports fields, walking paths, and activities, including a carousel and balloon ride. They highlight the clean and well-maintained facilities, and the friendly and helpful staff. They also like the spacious layout and family-friendly atmosphere.

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dogs that need room to runsocial dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowd

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Address8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618, USA
Phone(949) 724-6247
City pageIrvine
Imported fromIrvine, CA

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dogs that need room to runsocial dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdparktourist attraction6 Google photos2306 reviewsOpen now

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KHAIE4 months ago

We stopped by Great Park on a Sunday hoping to finally go up in the famous orange balloon… but unfortunately it was closed and not operating. When we asked why, they said it was due to weather, which was funny because it was literally a perfect mid-70s day with clear skies. I guess they have their own weather rules! Even without the balloon, there were still a few interesting things to check out. They have a small gallery that’s worth popping into, surprisingly cool! One of the highlights was a display of Morse code signals tied to different news stations, and honestly it was way more interesting than I expected. Overall, Great Park is a nice way to spend a chill afternoon, but definitely check ahead if the balloon is a must-do, because closures seem random. Still, the grounds are clean, there’s plenty of space to walk around, and the little gallery definitely added something unique to the visit. Would love to come back when the balloon is actually flying!

Richard Chau Nguyen3 months ago

My class from the IAE school came here one afternoon for a practical lesson. The park is huge with many soccer and basketball courts, walking paths, and especially a giant yellow inflatable dome that looks like a fireball. On windy days, it can float in the air. We strolled around and breathed in the fresh air. There was even a lake with ducks, a merry-go-round, and a rock climbing area for children... With many separate parking areas, you can choose one close to your destination for convenience. Overall, this place is perfect for relaxing after stressful school or work hours.

Serg Aks3 months ago

Great Park in Irvine is an amazing place for families, sports lovers, and anyone who enjoys being outdoors. The park is very clean, spacious, and well organized. There are beautiful walking and biking paths, large green areas, modern playgrounds for kids, and excellent sports facilities. One of the best things about Great Park is how safe and family-friendly it feels. It’s perfect for weekend walks, picnics, kids’ activities, or watching youth sports games. Parking is convenient, and the overall atmosphere is calm and welcoming. The park is constantly improving and expanding, which makes it even more exciting to visit again and again. Great Park truly reflects the high quality of life in Irvine and is one of the best public parks in Southern California. Highly recommended!

Jessie Motta month ago

Lots of fun things to do. The view here is amazing. Toddler, kids, big kids, adult can all have fun here. The restroom is clean, it’s better than some other parks around here.

George Hatzidakis5 months ago

Championship stadium is an awesome place for families. My boys always have a blast for the OCSC matches, super family-friendly. My boys run around, free, running into a mix of their soccer & school friends once inside. An extremely safe and secure venue.

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  • Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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