Budget-friendlyAnimals & Nature
Irvine Regional Park & OC Zoo
Orange, CA
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By Punita Patel
Pony rides, paddle boats, a tiny train, and a $2 zoo under giant oaks — an all-day outing that barely dents the wallet.
Parking $3–$5; OC Zoo $2
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