Evening Hike on Hicks Haul Road
Enjoy an evening hike through stunning rock formations and fragrant native plants as you listen to the sounds of nature. During this hike in the Irvine Ranch Open Space, you may travel at various…
Early Morning Hike to The Sinks Limestone Canyon
Come along with us on this morning hike through beautiful Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. You’ll be rewarded spectacular views of The Sinks as well as…
Our Partners
OC Parks Partner AgenciesOC Parks is partnered with several non-profit agencies around Orange County that directly support specific parks within the OC Parks system. These partnerships provide…
After Work Fitness Hike on Paved Hicks Haul Road
Join us every Wednesday night in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space for a fitness-focused hike on the paved Hicks Haul Road. During the spring, summer and fall, hikers will enjoy wonderful sunset…
Thursday Morning Trek Baker Canyon
This week in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, we’ll hike in Baker Canyon. This scenic hike includes steep climbs and descents on both single and double-track trails with about 1100 feet of…
OC Public Library and IRC Nature Storytime Series Native Plants and Animals on the Irvine Ranch Landmarks
Nature Storytime Experience for Kids and FamiliesThis collaboration between OC Public Libraries and Irvine Ranch Conservancy is an exciting nature experience for the community to learn more about the…
Wildlife Track and Sign Hike at Red Rock Wilderness
Have you ever come across a mysterious track on a trail and wondered what animal made it? Was it a mountain lion? A deer? A bobcat, gray fox, or even an opossum? Where was it going—and what was it…
Advanced Cardio Hike Red Rock Wilderness
Join us for a strenuous, extremely challenging, fast-paced, early morning cardio hike in Red Rock Wilderness part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic…
Filming Photography Permits
Please review the Photography Rules below prior to submitting an application.For more information on how to apply, please contact OC Parks Permits at 866-627-2757 or permits@ocparks.com. Business…
Discovery Hike Wood Canyon
*This program begins at Canyon View Park, 22144 Canyon Vistas, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656*Explore Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park where you might see deer, bobcats and hawks. Learn about acorn…