Park · Costa Mesa
Lions Park
Why Scout picked it
Lions Park is a good free option for a family outing with young children, featuring a playground and open space. Expect to spend about an hour here, perhaps after a casual lunch nearby.
While you're nearby
- Food & DrinkWoody's Wharf
Casual choice for classic American fare & cocktails with live music & a view of Newport Bay.
- Food & DrinkBayside Restaurant
Seafood, steaks & more in a harborside eatery with featured art, a patio, jazz nights & brunch.
- Food & DrinkAlta Coffee
Informal cafe with a cozy farmhouse vibe has coffee, breakfast items, sandwiches, live music & more.
- Arts & CultureBalboa Bay Resort
Contemporary quarters, some with bay views, plus a seafood restaurant, a spa & a hip gastropub.
Scout verified August 2026
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