Dripping Springs Trail Restoration
Spend the morning watering and mulching coast live oak seedlings within a beautiful oak woodland and then hike to Dripping Springs, a natural water source dripping out of an earthquake fault and down…
Limestone Canyon Distance Hike Panoramic Sinks View from the Water Tank
Explore OC Parks' beautiful Limestone Canyon on this challenging distance hike to the “water tank” beyond the East Sinks viewing area. This distance hike rewards hikers with panoramic unobstructed…
Thursday Morning Trek Fremont Canyon
This week in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, we’ll hike in the remote Fremont Canyon. The hike is just under 6 miles and includes a steep hill. We will hike from the mouth of Fremont Canyon, past…
Enjoy Natures Story Vistas and Special Places Beginners Hike in Limestone Canyon
Embark on a leisurely beginners' hike through the valley of Limestone Canyon, nestled within OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Traverse the rugged terrain of former ranch roads, surrounded by the…
Rocks are Rad Geology Hike at Black Star Canyon
Join us for a morning walk to one of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks’ iconic geologic features. We will walk out to the red-faced cliffs of Black Star Canyon, nestled within OC Parks' Irvine Ranch…
Weir Canyon Hike to the Overlook Trail
Join us as we explore Weir Canyon, part of OC Parks' Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will hike up over Rifle Range and continue to the Overlook Trail where we will be rewarded with sweeping views of the…
Nurturing Oaks in Weir Canyon
Spend the morning in a beautiful oak woodland weeding, watering and mulching coast live oak seedlings in Weir Canyon, part of OC Parks' Irvine Ranch Open Space. To get to the planting site, we will…
Agua Chinon Equestrian Ride
Join us on an equestrian ride up Agua Chinon Canyon in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will make our way to see the wonders of The Sinks, Orange County’s mini Grand Canyon. Most of the ride is…
Nature Hike at Red Rock Wilderness
Visit Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, and explore its newest trails! This slow-paced hike offers an approachable experience for all skill levels to embrace their…
Thursday Morning Trek Baker Canyon
This week in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, we will hike in Baker Canyon. This scenic hike includes steep climbs and descents on both single and double-track trails with about 1,100 feet of…