Celebrate California Clean Air Day on October 7 with a free ride on OC Bus. Wherever the day takes you, work, errands, or somewhere new, leave the driving to us and enjoy a cleaner way to get around. Just hop on and ride. No special ticket needed!
Lace up your sneakers for a quiet hike away from city noise and tune into the sights and sounds of beautiful vistas and wildlife in 4,500 acres of wilderness and natural open space land.
Open daily: 7:00 am to sunset
Bus route: 90, 177
Spend the day surrounded by rolling hills, mature shade trees and peaceful open spaces at this 124-acre park. Stroll along walking trails, enjoy a picnic, watch migratory birds around the three-acre lake or take advantage of playgrounds, ball fields and sports courts for an active day outdoors.
Open daily: 7:00 am–6:00 pm fall/winter; 7:00 am–9:00 pm spring/summer
Bus route: 57, 59
Discover soothing greenery in the heart of the city with a nature area, lakes, paddle boats, and picnic areas.
Open daily: 7:00 am–6:00 pm fall/winter; 7:00 am–9:00 pm spring/summer
Bus routes: 37
Explore a peaceful natural escape along the Santa Ana River, where trails wind through native grasslands, coastal sage scrub and restored wildlife habitat. Walk, bike or enjoy birdwatching while taking in the park’s open spaces and diverse plant and animal life just minutes from the coast.
Open daily: 7:00 am to sunset
Bus route: 35, 55
Enjoy 2,500 acres of woodland canyons, rolling grassland hills, and steep slopes of coastal sage scrub and chaparral with 23 hiking trails.
Open daily: 7:00 am to sunset
Bus route: 177, 89
Enjoy a relaxing day outdoors at this neighborhood park featuring open lawns, shady trees and a scenic eight-acre lake. Take a leisurely walk along paved paths, enjoy a picnic, let the kids explore the playground, or spend some time fishing and watching ducks and other waterfowl around the lake.
Open daily: 7:00 am–6:00 pm fall/winter; 7:00 am–9:00 pm spring/summer
Bus route: 59
Explore Orange County on an extensive network of regional trails connecting parks, neighborhoods and natural open spaces from the foothills to the coast. Walk, run, bike or horseback ride along scenic routes that follow rivers, creeks and ridgelines while discovering a different side of the county’s diverse landscape.
Open: Hours vary by trail and location
Bus route: 90, 177
Gather, learn, and connect with nature through hands-on educational activities like improving soil, growing food, and composting. Enjoy moments of mindfulness as you observe nature, collect seeds, and nurture the environment.
Open: 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Bus route: 57
Relax and stroll through this urban oasis with 4,00 plants and trees on 26 lush acres. Enjoy the scent of the Mediterranean, the shade of the redwoods, and the peaceful sounds of the bamboo forest.
Open daily: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Bus route: 57
Our Transit Training workshops are the perfect solution for those who want to develop confident bus-riding skills online before heading out to explore Orange County. In addition to English, workshops are available upon request in Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Mandarin. Designed for groups of 10 to 20 people, registrants can participate from the comfort and safety of their homes.
