W.O. Hart Memorial Park (Hart Park) is a roughly 41-acre City of Orange park near Old Towne Orange with sports fields and courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, a swimming pool, historic bandshell, 10 pickleball courts, outdoor fitness equipment and access to the Santiago Creek Trail.
Hart Park Information
Address: 701 S. Glassell St., Orange, CA 92866
Hours: Daily, 5 a.m.–11 p.m.
Parking: Free parking is available within the park, including parking accessed from the park entrances.
Entrances: Glassell Street, East River Avenue and Shaffer Street
Dogs: Allowed on a leash no longer than six feet
Pickleball: 10 lighted courts
Trail Access: Santiago Creek Trail
Permits & Reservations: City of Orange Community Services, 714-744-7274
Park Conditions/Closures: 714-744-5592
Official Information: City of Orange Hart Park
Things to Do at Hart Park
Sports & Fitness
- Baseball and softball fields
- Soccer and multipurpose field space
- Tennis courts
- 10 lighted pickleball courts
- Sand volleyball courts
- Horseshoe pits
- Outdoor fitness circuit
- Hart Park Pool
Family & Recreation
- Playground
- Walking paths
- Santiago Creek Trail access
- Open lawn and passive recreation areas
- Restrooms
- Drinking fountains
- Benches
Picnics & Events
- Picnic areas and tables
- Barbecue facilities
- Reservable areas
- Hart Park Bandshell
- Community building
Hart Park can accommodate everything from casual walks and family picnics to organized sports and permitted gatherings. Reservations and permits may be required for group use, special events and certain park facilities.
Hart Park Pickleball Courts
Hart Park’s 10 lighted pickleball courts officially opened May 6, 2026, on the south side of the park near Glassell Street. The facility includes spectator shade covers, seating, fencing and windscreens, a water bottle filling station, bike rack, paddle racks, landscaping and lighting.
Hours: 5 a.m.–11 p.m.; court lights shut off at 10:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
Reservations: The courts cannot be privately reserved and are available on a first-come basis.
When players are waiting, warmups are limited to five minutes and games are played to 11 points, win by two, followed by a four-on/four-off rotation using the designated paddle racks. Court 10 serves as a challenge court recommended for players at the 3.5 level and above; winners may stay for up to three consecutive wins before rotating off.
Pets are not permitted inside the pickleball court area. Bikes, scooters, skateboards and rollerblades are also prohibited, and unauthorized paid lessons are not allowed.
The project received $2 million in federal funding secured through the 2022 federal omnibus appropriations legislation.
Hart Park Fitness Circuit
The outdoor fitness circuit opened May 6, 2026, alongside the pickleball courts. Located in the southwest portion of Hart Park near the courts and orange grove, the circuit includes shaded outdoor exercise equipment with connecting concrete and paver walkways.
Hart Park Pool
Hart Park Pool offers year-round aquatic programming. In 2026, the City of Orange selected Premier Aquatic Services to operate the facility. Programs can include swim lessons, lap swimming, swim teams and other aquatic activities, with schedules varying by season and program.
Because public swim and program hours change, check the current City or Premier Aquatic Services schedule before visiting. For current aquatic program information, Premier Aquatic Services can be reached at 949-716-3333.
Sports Fields & Courts
In addition to pickleball, Hart Park has facilities for baseball, softball, soccer and other field sports, along with tennis courts, sand volleyball courts and horseshoe pits. Availability can vary because of leagues, maintenance and permitted use, so organized groups should confirm requirements with City of Orange Community Services.
Picnics, Reservations & Hart Park Bandshell
Hart Park has picnic tables, barbecue facilities, open lawn and reservable areas for gatherings. Larger groups and organized events may require a City permit or reservation.
The Hart Park Bandshell is a reservable outdoor performance space and a longtime feature of the park. Hart Park is a regular venue for the City of Orange Concerts in the Park series and other community events.
Santiago Creek Trail
The Santiago Creek Trail passes through the Hart Park area and provides a convenient walking and bicycling connection to other parts of Orange and the broader regional trail network. Nearby connections include Yorba Park and Grijalva Park.
Hart Park History
The City of Orange acquired the land that became Hart Park in the 1930s, and the park developed during the Depression era with assistance from federal public-works programs. Historic landscape and architectural features remain part of Hart Park today, giving the park a distinctive character alongside its modern recreational facilities.
Over the decades, Hart Park has continued to evolve with new and renovated recreational amenities while remaining one of Orange’s major community parks.
Hart Park FAQ
What are Hart Park’s hours?
Hart Park is open daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Is parking free at Hart Park?
Yes. Free parking is available within Hart Park.
Are dogs allowed at Hart Park?
Yes. Dogs are allowed but must remain on a leash no longer than six feet.
Does Hart Park have pickleball courts?
Yes. Hart Park has 10 lighted pickleball courts that opened in May 2026.
Are the Hart Park pickleball courts free?
Yes. The courts are free and available on a first-come basis; they cannot be privately reserved.
Does Hart Park have a swimming pool?
Yes. Hart Park Pool offers aquatic programs including swim lessons and other scheduled activities.
Is Hart Park Pool open year-round?
Year-round aquatic programming is offered, but public swim and program schedules vary. Check the current schedule before visiting.
Does Hart Park connect to the Santiago Creek Trail?
Yes. The Santiago Creek Trail passes through the Hart Park area and connects with other parks and trails in Orange.
Can you reserve picnic areas at Hart Park?
Yes, reservable facilities and picnic areas are available. Contact City of Orange Community Services for current capacities, fees and permit requirements.
Are there restrooms at Hart Park?
Yes. Hart Park has public restroom facilities.
More Parks Near Hart Park
Explore more nearby outdoor spaces including Yorba Park and Orange Dog Park, Grijalva Park and the Santiago Creek Trail.