Spring is definitely in the air at the Urban Forest in Huntington Beach’s Central Park. Thousands of California poppies are in bloom at the site, a sea of orange for anyone to enjoy at no charge.

The Urban Forest is probably one of the best-kept secrets in Huntington Beach. The 2½-acre park, which sits off Ellis Avenue between Goldenwest Street and Edwards Street, has beautiful scenery ...

Huntington Beach Urban Forest volunteers search for birds during their monthly bird count and survey at Huntington Beach Central Park in Huntington Beach on Thursday, September 22, 2022.

These are just some of the amenities in the middle of Surf City at the aptly named, Huntington Central Park. At a little more than 343 acres, ... • Urban forest • Dogs are allowed.

In 2011, Huntington Beach partnered with SunEdison to install carport-like solar panels at three city facilities – a project that is expected to save the city nearly $1.6 million over 20 years.

For 50 years, Huntington Beach Central Park has been a refuge for outdoor enthusiasts. "It's like getting out in nature right here in the middle of the city.