Valencia Park

Valencia Park is a 6-acre neighborhood park located in Irvine, California, near Myford Elementary School. The park is situated off Jamboree Road, between Irvine Boulevard and Portola Parkway, close to the Tustin Marketplace shopping area. It shares a parking lot with the adjacent elementary school.

The park features a sunken playground area, which helps contain younger children and prevents them from wandering too far. The play surface is made of recycled rubber, providing a safe environment for children to play. The playground equipment includes a pirate ship-themed structure with lookout telescopes and steering wheels, offering opportunities for imaginative play.

Valencia Park provides open grassy areas suitable for various activities and sports. A soccer field is available for organized games or casual play. The park also connects to the Mountains to Sea Hiking/Riding Trail and Peter's Canyon Hiking & Biking Trail, offering opportunities for walking, hiking, and biking.

For visitors looking to relax or have a picnic, the park offers covered picnic tables and BBQ grills. These areas provide shade and a place for families and friends to gather. Restroom facilities are conveniently located near the playground entrance.

The park's location near busy Jamboree Road means there is some traffic noise, but its slightly sunken design helps mitigate this issue. The park's layout includes a mini hill and path that runs under Jamboree Road, providing an interesting feature for visitors on scooters or bikes.