Boardwalks, shaded by California Sycamores, would wind through the park.

A meandering creek would be lined with riparian woodlands.

Five miles of new pathways would connect to the Jeffrey Open Space Trail.

A stunning centerpiece, a seasonal meadow would change throughout the year.

IMAGINING IRVINE’S LARGEST NATURE PARK

We’re honored to present this community vision for what would become Irvine’s largest nature park, as imagined by Irvine residents. These hand-drawn illustrations reflect the priorities and aspirations we’ve heard from thousands of community members: hidden sanctuaries anchored by miles of trails that invite all to experience tranquility in the heart of our community. We look forward to our continued partnership with the community to bring this vision to reality.

Explore the Park

Explore how much of the privately owned Oak Creek Golf Club can become Irvine’s largest nature park. Its scale – well over 50 acres – afforded opportunities to achieve many of the priorities expressed by residents.

Community Collaboration

Renowned park planners Jenny Rigby and Sean O’Malley have guided the community planning process, hosted by Irvine Company at a dedicated design studio. Here are the results:

Workshops
& Public Meetings

Planning
Studio Participants

Online
 Survey Responses

Mailed-in
 Survey Responses

Community Preferences

Support for Nature
 Trails & Bridges

Support for Botanic
 & Pollinator Gardens

Support for Woodlands
& Nature Play

Resident Perspectives

“I’ve lived in Irvine for 30 years and fully support the plan to convert privately owned fairways with public meadows and woodlands that everyone can enjoy.”
Tim C.

“A nature park at this location would provide families with a wonderful environment where children can safely enjoy the outdoors, learn about nature and spend quality time with their families.”
Ryan L.

“The planned park and tie-in to the Jeffrey Open Space Trail would continue Irvine’s great tradition of providing something so needed in our complex world: a place to touch nature and remember our place in it.”
Sheila G.

“I’m so excited to be able to ride from my house to Hicks Canyon Trail, to Jeffrey Open Space Trail, over the future I-5 pedestrian bridge and to this Nature Park off the roads completely.”
Trevor C.

“Irvine has always been a city that thinks ahead, and I believe this is one of those moments. I’d love to see the Oak Creek Golf Club reimagined as a nature park, a space that any resident can enjoy freely.”
Kimberly G.

“I can visualize a day when residents can walk or bike ride from the northeast of our city using the JOST, stopping at a Nature Park, and then possibly connecting to the San Joaquin trails in order to arrive at the Pacific Ocean!”
Jon W.

Completing the Jeffrey Open Space Trail
with the New Nature Park

The nature park and planned bridges would complete the Jeffrey Open Space Trail – connecting residents from Limestone Canyon, through the heart of the city, to Quail Hill Open Space Preserve.

Questions & Answers

How will the nature park anchor a new residential village?

The nature park would anchor a lower-density village featuring a new public school. This balance of public open space and a new village aligns with Irvine’s traditional master planning principles and serves as a model for addressing state housing mandates.

How can the nature park complete the Jeffrey Open Space Trail?

Jeffrey Open Space Trail is envisioned to provide safe and uninterrupted pathways through central Irvine, connecting the city’s northern and southern nature preserves. This vision is taking a major step forward with the construction of a new bridge spanning I-5. However, once over I-5, the trail will be constrained by infrastructure, railroad tracks and a six-lane roadway. In addition to city plans, the trail could be routed into the new nature park and new bridges could enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists through central Irvine.

Who are the planners?

Irvine Company has partnered with acclaimed park planners Jenny Rigby of The Acorn Group and Sean O’Malley of SWA, who have facilitated workshops, lead tours and conducted surveys to turn your ideas into a shared plan.

What’s the status of village planning on and around this site?

Park and trail planning will be completed prior to consideration of a future residential village.