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Parks and Recreation

Parks make life better.

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Contact us

Parks and Recreation
(714) 571-4200
parksandrecreation@santa-ana.org
20 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Alternating Fridays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: closed

About Parks and Recreation

Creating opportunities to LEARN, LIVE, and EXPLORE in Santa Ana everyday.

We deliver a variety of community services designed to enhance lives and strengthen our neighborhoods.  Our core services focus on access to nature, outdoor spaces to play and exercise, facilities for self-directed and organized recreation, and providing positive alternatives for youth engagement.  Through these activities, we foster social connections, human development, and lifelong learning.

The future looks promising and we are committed to providing exceptional services, facilities, and programs to our residents.

 

Find out what Parks and Recreation has to offer. Select one or more of the key services below to get started.

Explore the parks

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Directory

Get in touch! Find contact information for recreation facilities.

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Locations and information

Find the closest park to you and the amenities at each location.

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Parks projects

Explore Santa Ana's current park projects.

Need a permit?

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Special events

Plan your next event in Santa Ana.

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Filming

Lights, camera, action!

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Athletic facility

Learn how to reserve one of Santa Ana's athletic facilities.

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Reservations

Picnic area, cabins, and the Santiago Park Gashouse/Amphitheater

 

Upcoming events

Santa Ana Senior Center: Standing Cardio Pop Up

Apr 11 2025

Santa Ana Senior Center

Get moving at the Standing Cardio Pop Up happening at the Santa Ana Senior Center! Community members ages 55+ are invited to enjoy fun, low-impact exercises to boost energy and fitness—free of charge. Register in-person to participate.

Santa Ana Senior Center: Spring Celebration

Apr 16 2025

Santa Ana Senior Center

Don't miss out in celebrating the start of Spring at both senior centers with dancing, games, activities, and more! Free for registered and active members at their chosen center.

Southwest Senior Center: Spring Celebration

Apr 16 2025

Southwest Senior Center

Don't miss out in celebrating the start of Spring at both senior centers with dancing, games, activities, and more! Free for registered and active members at their chosen center.

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