Southern California Day Trips

Great Park Balloon Ride Irvine

The first attraction to open at the park is the Great Orange Balloon. Riders climb aboard the 30 passenger gondola that takes them floating 500 feet in the air. The birds eye view will give visitors a chance to see the 4,700 acres park as it is being built. Admission is free and the balloon will operate from 10 am to 4pm Thursday through Sunday. If wind kicks up the balloon will fly lower or will be grounded until conditions are favorable. The balloon is attached to the ground by a steel cable which is used to raise and lower the giant orange orb. In the event that the cable would break the pilot can free-fly the balloon to the ground. This is a great way to watch the new park being constructed from the old El Toro base. The park is expected to be finished by 2015 giving visitors plenty of opportunity to check up on park progress and ride the giant orange balloon again and again.




Great Park Balloon
One million dollar balloon
A new landmark for the park
25 passenger gondola
Floating 500 feet high
360 degree view of the park
5,500 cubic meters of helium
Grand opening July 2007
   



Directions; exit the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and enter the old El Toro base on Marine Way. follow the signs to the Great Balloon. Every passenger must sign a liability waiver, and passengers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Boarding passes are issued on a first come – first serve basis. Flights may be delayed or cancelled due to weather conditions. The Balloon is open 10:00am to 3:00pm, Thursdays & Fridays. 9:00am to 3:00pm, Weekends. Reservations for groups are available upon request. Call ahead before you go and make sure the balloon ride is open the day you plan on visiting. (866) 829-3829
 
 
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