The park site along Santiago Creek which is the main tributary of the Santa Ana River in Orange County. The creek was named by the expedition of Gaspar de Portola in 1769 in honor of St. James (San…

There are no specific operating hours for the harbor itself, however a curfew law is enforced for the parking lots, beach and picnic areas between midnight to 5:00 AM. Orange County Harbor Patrol…

Consumption of intoxicants prohibited. Park only in designated areas. Vehicle operations restricted to designated roads. Fires are permitted only in fireplaces and approved camp stoves. Fire…

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On July 23, 1769, Gaspar de Portola led an expedition into what is now Orange County and camped a few miles east of the San Juan Capistrano area. On July 24, the expedition headed inland to avoid the…

Bicycling/Bike Trails Dogs Permitted Equestrian Trails Family Picnic Area: There are two picnic areas, one next to the main office trailer under large California pepper trees, and the "…

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Possession and/or consumption of intoxicants prohibited. Amplified sound is not permitted in the park. A speed limit of 10 MPH enforced at all times. Possession or use of firearms or weapons is…