Things to Do with Kids in Lake Forest, CA

  • TripBuzz found 614 things to do with kids in or near Lake Forest, California, including 598 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Dana Point.
  • From We Play Loud Inc. to Etnies Skatepark, the Lake Forest area offers 138 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Walking Trails, Rock Climbing and Bowling.
  • Located in Orange County, CA, Lake Forest has a population of over 75,000 people and is home to two small, man-made lakes from which the city gets its name. In addition to attracting visitors with its many recreational activities, Lake forest also brings tourism to the area with its annual festivals and parades, including a summer concert and the Fourth of July Fest.
  • TripBuzz found 614 things to do with kids in or near Lake Forest, California, including 598 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Dana Point.
  • From We Play Loud Inc. to Etnies Skatepark, the Lake Forest area offers 138 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Walking Trails, Rock Climbing and Bowling.
  • Located in Orange County, CA, Lake Forest has a population of over 75,000 people and is home to two small, man-made lakes from which the city gets its name. In addition to attracting visitors with its many recreational activities, Lake forest also brings tourism to the area with its annual festivals and parades, including a summer concert and the Fourth of July Fest.
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11.0 Miles
87% 155 votes
Zoos 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 MoreLess Info
Spread out over 477 acres of wilderness, the Orange County Zoo focuses on animals and plants that are native to the southwestern United States. Some of the animals on display include black bears, island foxes, coyotes and turkey vultures.
11.0 Miles
59% 213 votes
Zoos 1801 E Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92701 MoreLess Info
Visitors can see quite a few animals at Santa Ana Zoo, such as a bald eagle, anteater, camel, and many monkeys. Kids can also ride the carousel or train, visit the children's farm and play on the playground.
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75% 12 votes
Beaches El Camino Real, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by beach front properties, Capistrano Beach is a public beach with volleyball courts, basketball courts, and a walking path. During low tide, there are opportunities for wading, body boarding, and skim boarding.
11.1 Miles
89% 61 votes
National & State Parks 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
Spread over 8,000 acres, the Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park is situated within the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park offers a Nature Center, bike trails, horseback riding trails, children's playground, and hiking trails.
11.1 Miles
76% 239 votes
Movie Theaters 999 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island Shopping Center, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
At the Island Cinema, film lovers can enjoy first-run movies in leather stadium seating. The location, which features a digital projection picture, offers both food and alcoholic beverages that are delivered to your seats.
11.1 Miles
95% 59 votes
Beaches Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
Little Corona Del Mar Beach features rocky reefs on both sides that provide ample diving off points for snorkelers and scuba divers. The beach is also attractive for swimmers, joggers, picnickers and spear fishers.
11.2 Miles
96% 141 votes
Parks Ocean Blvd & Heliotrope Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663 MoreLess Info
Inspiration Point offers a relaxing and tranquil place to watch boat traffic in the harbor and is a place to see high surf at the Wedge while enjoying a picnic or viewing the sunset.
11.2 Miles
83% 18 votes
Horseback Riding 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 MoreLess Info
Irvine Park Pony & Horse Rides is a horse and pony ride facility that provides walking pony rides Tuesday through Sunday. The rides cost $5.00 per child and can be rented for special events.
11.4 Miles
79% 107 votes
Golf 50 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
At Monarch Beach Golf Links, golfers have access to an 18-hole course with four sets of tees. The site also features a practice area and a rental club, hosts tournaments and golf lessons, and sells deli-style sandwiches at its cafe.
11.4 Miles
93% 72 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
The Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserves offers wildlife viewing, bicycling, hiking, and horseback riding opportunities. During the migrating season, up to 35,000 birds can be seen from this location, including endangered species.
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