Who it's for
All ages, with a focus on children
Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park)
Published June 2026. Editorial oversight by James Morgan. AI-assisted, human-edited. Our editorial standards
Image credits
- Photo by Steve D via Wikimedia Commons, CC-BY-SA-3.0
- Photo by Tracie Hall from Orange County, us via Wikimedia Commons, CC-BY-SA-2.0
About Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park)
A small, kid-focused zoo of southwestern wildlife set inside 495-acre Irvine Regional Park.
Many residents here were injured, orphaned, or confiscated, giving this Orange County zoo a gentle, native-focused character.
What you'll see and do - Meet animals indigenous to the southwestern US, including black bears, mountain lions, bald eagles, kit foxes, ocelots, beavers, owls, porcupines, coyotes, and turkey vultures. - Visit the barnyard area to get close to domestic goats and sheep. - Follow the cell-phone audio tour for keeper facts, and let kids enjoy the children's zoo and storytime area.
Attraction Details
Facilities
- Childrens Zoo
- Interpretive Programs Center
- Storytime Area
Events at Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park)
Animal Art I Preschool Program
May 28, 2026
Galaxy Day
June 6, 2026
Under the Sea Preschool Program
June 19, 2026
Animal Art II Preschool Program
June 25, 2026
Enrichment Explorers Program
June 26, 2026
Animals In My Backyard Preschool Program
June 30, 2026
Plan Your Visit
Family-tested advice for a smoother day at Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park).
Getting there
Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park) is at 1 Irvine Park Rd, Orange, CA 92869. Check the operator's site for parking and transit options.
Pro tip
Pack snacks, refillable water bottles and a portable charger to keep the day running smoothly.
Directions
Orange County Zoo (Irvine Regional Park)
1 Irvine Park Rd, Orange, CA 92869
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Last updated 6/23/2026
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