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…
Family Hike Agua Chinon
Enjoy an afternoon family hike in Agua Chinon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We hike a gradual climb of 500 feet of elevation as we watch for red-tailed hawks and mule deer. This…
Intermediate Mountain Bike Ride Single Tracks of Limestone and Red Rock Wilderness
If you enjoy riding in the wilderness on empty trails, then join us on this mountain bike through Limestone Canyon and the Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks' Irvine Ranch Open Space. This ride is…
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…
Join OC Parks for Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay September 21
(Orange County, Calif.) – Join OC Parks, Newport Bay Conservancy and volunteers around the globe for Coastal Cleanup Day at Upper Newport Bay Saturday, Sept. 21. Lend a helping hand and make an…
OC Parks Hosts Prehistoric OC at Clark Regional Park
(Buena Park, Calif.) – Join OC Parks on Saturday, Oct. 12 at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park for Prehistoric OC, a free family-friendly event celebrating local paleontology, archaeology and the rich…
Equestrian Ride Exploring the Natural Wonders of Weir Canyon and the Overlook Trail
Be prepared to experience the beauty and wonder of Weir Canyon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, including the beautiful views from the Overlook Trail. This ride will travel through…
Twilight Fitness Hike in Limestone Canyon
Limestone Canyon is a treasure waiting to be discovered. Join us for an afternoon, fast paced, 5.5-mile fitness hike with 750 feet of elevation gain. The hike will be a great introduction to fitness…
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…
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…