Ed Caruthers Park Playground

Parks and Recreation

Parks make life better.

Contact us

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.


 


 

Explore the parks

Get in touch! Find contact information for recreation facilities.

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

Explore Santa Ana's current park projects.

Permits and reservations

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

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

Lights, camera, action!

Plan your next event in Santa Ana.


 

Upcoming events

Appy Hour Extreme

Dec 5 2025

Southwest Senior Center

The first hour is drop-in technology assistance. Seniors can bring their devices and receive one-on-one assistance. The second hour is a fun, educational, and engaging session dedicated to learning about specific technology topics that will rotate weekly on the following themes: Gaming Play – Introduce participants to gaming apps and other gaming technology, such as...

RECREAuto Fall Schedule

Dec 8 2025

Heritage Park

Community center fun is being brought to you through the RECREAuto, coming to Heritage Park every Monday from 2 - 4 p.m. through December 10 . Look out for the Health and Wellness team and join in on: Arts and crafts Games Sports And more! To view more information and to register, please visit: tinyurl.com/RECREAutoFall2025

Santiago Park Phase II Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Dec 9 2025

Santiago Park

Please join us in celebrating the completion of our latest improvement project at Santiago Park! The City of Sana Ana is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for Santiago Park Phase II on Tuesday, December 9, at 12 p.m., and all Santa Ana residents, neighbors and community members are invited to attend. The Santiago Park parking...

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