Early Morning Hike Fremont Canyon
Come enjoy an early morning hike in Fremont Canyon Nature Preserve, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Our hike climbs steeply from the mouth of Fremont Canyon, past an abandoned coal mine up…
Thursday Morning Trek Limestone Canyon and Dripping Springs
This week in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, we’ll hike in Limestone Canyon to Dripping Springs. The hike is a 7-mile loop hike which includes some hills and descents. In addition to the springs,…
Early Morning Hike Gypsum Canyon Wilderness
Come explore the newly-opened Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, the northernmost portion of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This scenic hike involves steep climbs and descents on several single track…
After Work Cardio Hike Airfield Loop in Red Rock Wilderness
Leave the weekday chaos behind and dive into the peaceful beauty of Irvine Natural Landmarks with our energizing after-work cardio hike. Forget about the day’s worries as we trek through stunning…
Nighttime Bugs Augustine Staging Area in Limestone Canyon
Join us for this evening program as we explore biodiversity at the local level with that most diverse group of organisms: insects! Taking advantage of the fact that UV light is highly visible to most…
Demonstration Garden Maintenance Native Seed Farm
Visitors to Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Native Seed Farm are first greeted by our Demonstration Garden, providing inspiration for regionally suitable plant gardens. Our garden hosts a variety of…
Pet Palooza
Join OC Animal Care at the Pet Palooza event on Saturday, July 27, 2024! While you're there, you'll meet members of our team, learn about responsible pet ownership, and receive giveaways.…
Moderate Paced Mountain Bike Ride Gypsum Canyon
If you enjoy riding in scenic wilderness on uncrowded single/double track trails, then please join us on this docent-led ride in Gypsum Canyon Wilderness Park. Gypsum is a new addition to OC Parks'…
Limestone Canyon Weekend Hike to Both Sides of the Sinks
Join us on this moderate-paced hike over the ridge and the through beautiful Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will schedule short breaks at the East and…
Bats Heroes of the Night
As day starts to settle into night in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, bats awaken, stir and streak into the evening sky. Come hear fascinating tales of these flying mammals. We will head out…