Great Park Sports Complex
Overview
Location: Irvine, CA (Orange County Great Park). 194-acre sports complex. Orange County’s premier sports recreation destination. Part of the larger Orange County Great Park development on the former Marine Corps Air Station El Toro.
Selected as the U.S. Men’s National Team Base Camp training site for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ownership & Operations
City of Irvine — municipal facility. Open to the public with permit-based field reservations for clubs and leagues.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Soccer fields | 24 total (6 lighted grass, 6 synthetic turf, 12 additional grass) |
| Grass field dimensions | 120 yards x 75 yards each |
| Championship Stadium | 5,000-seat capacity (home of Orange County SC, USL) |
| Tennis courts | 25 outdoor |
| Total sports complex | 194 acres |
The Championship Soccer Stadium features a world-class playing surface, modern locker rooms, Club Level viewing deck with cabanas, and a True Path Fan Zone. Home of Orange County Soccer Club (2021 USL Champions).
Tenant Clubs
- Orange County SC (professional, USL Championship) — primary tenant of stadium
- strikers-fc-irvine — trains and competes at Great Park fields
- Various Orange County youth clubs use the facility
Economics
Municipal facility — field rental rates set by City of Irvine parks department. Drop-in soccer available daily 6am to dusk when not reserved.
Investment Thesis
The FIFA World Cup 2026 designation raises the profile of OC soccer facilities. Understanding how municipal facilities operate in California informs facility strategy nationwide.