Animal Signs and Tracks in Agua Chinon
Come search for evidence that animals leave behind in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Mule deer, bobcats, coyotes and even mountain lions call this hidden canyon home. Gain the basic tracking…
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CANCELED Beginner Mountain Bike Ride in Weir Canyon
This program has been canceled due to wet and muddy conditions.If you are a beginner rider and perhaps have just completed one of the IRC mountain biking clinics or just want an enjoyable and relaxed…
Cool Birds of Fall in Gypsum Canyon Wilderness Bird Walk
Birds are among the most colorful and entertaining forms of wildlife on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. Bring your binoculars and join us on a slow/medium paced walk in OC Parks’ Gypsum Canyon…
The Lure and Lull of Limestone Canyon Equestrian Ride to The Sinks or Dripping Springs
Take a leisurely equestrian ride through beautiful Limestone Canyon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, and home of oak woodlands, grasslands, and coastal sage scrub. View evidence of…
The Lure and Lull of Limestone Canyon Equestrian Ride to The Sinks or Dripping Springs
Take a leisurely equestrian ride through beautiful Limestone Canyon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, and home of oak woodlands, grasslands, and coastal sage scrub. View evidence of…
CapistranoDoheny Beach NatureBased Shoreline Adaptation Project
Capistrano-Doheny Nature-Based Shoreline Adaptation Project rendering Project Summary: OC Parks is pursuing final design and permits for a Nature-Based Shoreline Adaption Project at…
Ebikes in OC Parks
Biking on County Regional BikewaysBicycles, Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes permitted.All bikes yield to pedestrians.Speed limit of 10 MPH.Obey all traffic laws.Helmets are required for riders under 18…
Irvine Ranch Open Space Ultra Distance Hike Fremont to Sierra Peak
The Irvine Ranch Open Space Ultra Distance, series is designed for experienced hikers who thrive on long days, big climbs, and the satisfaction of pushing physical and mental limits. This hike covers…
Intermediate Mountain Bike Ride from Irvine to Limestone Canyon
We start our ride through OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space on the paved Hicks Haul Road, the extension of Jeffrey Rd north of Portola Pkwy. As we warm up on the climb to the top of the road, we…
Tuesday Morning Fitness Hike on Paved Hicks Haul Road
Ready for a workout? Forget the gym for the day and head outside! Join us for an exhilarating morning fitness hike on the paved Hicks Haul Road in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This hike allows…