![]() ![]() Please note: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and does not guarantee balloon flights, as all rides are weather permitting. Children younger than 13 must be accompanied by an adult. A parent or guardian must sign for children younger than 18. A registration waiver must be signed by every potential passenger prior to getting a boarding pass. Registration begins 30 minutes before morning and evening operating hours begin. For up-to-date flight information and weather-related availability, call the Visitors Center at 94. The balloon goes up subject to weather conditions. The balloon ride is unmatched, and best of all, free! ![]() It was a beautiful clear day and we were able to really take in the city of Irvine from way up there. This is a great thrill for the whole family!!! We laughed, took tons of pictures and walked the perimeter taking it all in! It was a lovely ride. My family went with our almost 2 year old, almost 4 year old, 7 and 9 year old, and I never, not for a minute felt afraid for their, or my, safety. Yes, you heard me right, FREE!!!! And because of the netting and safety precautions, all ages can enjoy. Thanks to the sponsorship from FivePoint Home Builders in the area, the balloon can now be enjoyed at no cost. The Great Park Balloon is the Orange County Great Park’s iconic attraction. It’s technically not a “hot air balloon” but rather a large tethered helium balloon, but who cares about technicalities, am I right?! Taking you 400 feet above the surrounding landscape, it serves as a public observation deck for the Great Park’s development and offers an unmatched 360° view that spans 40 miles on a clear day. Our family ALL loved the tethered balloon ride. TETHERED “HOT AIR” BALLOON The tethered balloon ride in Irvine Ca is a fabulous free family activity. So, what can you find at the Great Park Orange County: ![]() Each weekend brings new events and activities the public can take advantage of. Start your visit in the Visitor Center where the activities for the day are posted. There you can find information on the available classes and activities for the day, sign the waivers for the carousel and hot air balloon ride ( get there early as the wait can get long), and they will provide directions and any other information you may need. Make sure to start your day with a visit to the Visitor Center. A post shared by Socalfunfamily on what once was the Marine Corps Air Station El Toro, The Orange County Great Park pays homage to it’s historical background, but also provides all the fun a “great park” should! ![]()
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