Things to Do with Kids in Costa Mesa, CA

  • TripBuzz found 760 things to do with kids in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 744 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Dana Point and Newport Beach.
  • From Sky High Sports to Fairview Park, the Costa Mesa area offers 139 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, Movie Theaters and Gardens.
  • Primarily a southern California farming community and retail business area, the city of Costa Mesa is home to over 100,000 residents, solidifying it as a thriving community in which to work, live and play. Visitors to the area are commonly in the area to shop at one of the city's many shopping centers. Other points of interest include the annual Orange County Fair, Relay For Life and the OC Marathon.
  • TripBuzz found 760 things to do with kids in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 744 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Dana Point and Newport Beach.
  • From Sky High Sports to Fairview Park, the Costa Mesa area offers 139 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Parks, Movie Theaters and Gardens.
  • Primarily a southern California farming community and retail business area, the city of Costa Mesa is home to over 100,000 residents, solidifying it as a thriving community in which to work, live and play. Visitors to the area are commonly in the area to shop at one of the city's many shopping centers. Other points of interest include the annual Orange County Fair, Relay For Life and the OC Marathon.
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17.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 31441 Avenida De La Vis, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
The Dana Smith Show Team is an equestrian company that offers horseback riding lessons to people of all ages and abilities. The company also has riding lessons and show training programs.
17.0 Miles
88% 51 votes
Beaches Dana Strand Road, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
A small, clean white sand beach, Dana Strand Beach offers impressive views, often of the dolphins who live in the nearby waters. The beach is a popular surfing spot, and is patrolled by lifeguards.
17.1 Miles
90% 10 votes
Parks San Gabriel River Mid Trl, Lakewood, CA MoreLess Info
Rynerson Park is a leisure park that includes picnic areas on the western side with restrooms nearby. The park also features a paved trail that can be used for running, dog walking, or biking.
17.2 Miles
85% 27 votes
Golf 29082 Tijeras Creek Road, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Known for the beautiful scenery on the back-nine, the Tijeras Creek Golf Club offers challenging play and scenic green vistas. The courses front-nine features multiple water features and drastic elevation changes.
17.2 Miles
90% 289 votes
Botanical Gardens 1900 Associated Road, Fullerton, CA 92831 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Fullerton Arboretum will be able to visit a variety of seasonal exhibits, including those which feature fossils, pollinators, and mushrooms. The site features over 4,000 unique plant species across 26 acres.
17.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Swimming Pool 21601 Via Regressos, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by trees, Solana Park features a basketball court and two fields that can be used for baseball or open-field sports like soccer. It also has a walking trail, children's playground, covered picnic areas and a private access pool.
17.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 115 Sea Country Ln, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Oak Tree Park offers a baseball field, basketball court, and a small playground at the top of a hill. There are 2 parking lots; one is located in front of the park, and the other on the hill.
17.2 Miles
100% 78 votes
Beaches 33771 Olinda drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
A surfing instructional camp, TheCaliCamp offers weeklong intensive surfing instruction sessions led by experienced and knowledgeable guides. The camp offers lodging for students, and provides and sells a variety of equipment and apparel.
17.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 1001 E Palm Drive, Placentia, CA 92870 MoreLess Info
A small, cozy community park, Parque del Arroyo Verde is popular for family outings or group gatherings. It includes playground equipment and picnic space along with lots of shade for protection on sunny days.
17.3 Miles
93% 27 votes
Hiking Trails Santa Clara Ave, Violet Lantern to Amber Lantern St, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
A three mile trail, Bluff Top Trail Runs between Walk On Beach and Gualala Point Regional Park. Along this trail lies the remnants of the Dana Point Inn and sea cliffs and views for birding and whale-watching.
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