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- Click RATING TABLE to learn more about difficulty levels. Click HikingOC Policy to read more FYI. https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/messages/boards/thread/53724845
Take a quick look at our Events Calendar to see what events are on the horizon
- • Join us whether you are new or experienced in Hiking. There are different levels, but we all share one common: using our legs to move up down hills. Most of the time on dirt trails, but there are different terrains: rocky or gravels or in water, river or mud; different settings: mountain, forest, wilderness or desert.
• Contact us if you are interested to join the Organizer Team and organize Hikes local OC or out of town Hikes to those who share the same interest. Our wide open calendar will fill with events during the weekdays, but mostly the weekends. Our events or trips are generated by volunteer effort and time of volunteer organizers.
[All Our Organizers Volunteer their Time and Effort for Free Cost to Most Events]
• Once or twice per month, there will be events or trips that require payments. These are costs to cover your expenses and fund raising to "HikingOC Fund".
• "HikingOC Fund" will generate profit after the costs from events monthly. It will maintain the group website, support all HikingOC volunteered organizers who contribute to build this hiking group, an outdoor active community and to donate to the good causes or charities.
• If you like to do a great cause in honor our group name, please support helping those affected by disasters or the National Park Services (we hike on many lands of the National Parks.) We are sure your support is highly appreciated and rescues the unfortunates! There are many Non-Profit Organizations, please contact direct AMERICAN RED CROSS ORANGE COUNTY CHAPTER for more info
***Read more past hikes on A Journey with HikingOC -- ANP Tourism-Lifetime Memory
for more Travel Trips in the US and Many Regions in the World***
Check on the IMAGES to see our photo albums
Upcoming events
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2026-Oct: AZ Fall Foliage-GC North-South Rims/UT-Kanab/Levels 2 to 3+
Location not specified yetHikingOC Repeating Fall Foliage Trip in Grand Canyon. The South Rim, visit the "Masterpiece", one of the Seven World Natural Wonders - The North Rim, Fall Foliage this time of the year!
The extra with the Wave lottery permits and area of Kanab, UT because the North Kaibab trail is closed recently due to flash floods.Schedule will be Friday Oct 9 to Monday Oct 12, 2026
RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person to discuss more about the trip!
ESTIMATE COST, DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION OF SERVICES:
Plan your own and only join us to hike, $50/day/person (non-refundable consulting fee). Contact the host directly for more info
DEPOSIT: the advance deposit amount is non-refundable from $600 due August 20, 2026. Payment after the due day will add 10% or more depending on booking and spaces are available.**************
CANCELLATION: If you need to cancel after paying deposit, it's non-refundable.**************
> > > Total Estimate Trip Cost due by Oct 1, 2026.
> > > Cancellation on Oct 1 or after, total trip cost is forfeit.Estimate cost: from $750+ per person for double occupancy. Contact for cost of single and triple occupancy. It'll include: transportation, lodging, not included permits, optional activities and most meals.
General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2/2+ Moderate for distance, elevation, speed and weather condition. Click on RATING TABLE for more about difficulty hiking levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
Itinerary
> > > Oct 9 Friday: driving and hiking Rim Rock Toadstool Hoodoos (trying Wave lottery)
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/316792253/> > > Oct 10 Sat: hiking the North Rim and WirePass
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/316814172/> > > Oct 11 &12 Sun & Mon: Either the Wave, Wahweap Hoodoos or all day South Rim GC
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/316816154/> > > Oct 12 Mon: extra Fall Foliage near Flagstaff and go home.
More Info: North Rim Map (http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/upload/North-Rim-Map.pdf),
Grand Canyon Trail Map (http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/upload/corridor_map.pdf)
South Rim Map (http://www.nps.gov/grca/parknews/upload/SRfall2014_guidemap.pdf)Read here to find out your hiking levels: What is the difference between skill levels? (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/10328308)
What to bring: 10 hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234), wear hiking clothes (loose shorts/pants), swimming clothes, hiking boots or shoes, sandals, hat, sunscreen, water, snacks, food, etc.
Weather in Grand Canyon: http://www.grandcanyonhiker.com/planners/weather/index.shtml
For those who haven't done the South Rim trails, here are photos of Bright Angel Trail down to Phantom Ranch, and up along South Kaibab or vice versa http://goo.gl/5fmPd
http://outdoors.webshots.com/album/557042728hcPjfGPhotos from last hikes:
Trips in April 2023, Oct 2021, Oct 2020 , Oct 2016,- Oct 2014 (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/photos/24955222/): South Rim (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/photos/24978302/419204032/?title=sunrise+South+Rim) and North Rim (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/photos/24978602/418286172/#418286142)
- April 2012:
> > > > Album 2: South Rim Grand Canyon in 2012 (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/photos/7867092/115176552/)
> > > > Album 1: April for cooler weather and the Lyrid Meteor Shower, (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/events/54476402/)
- Day Hike Grand Canyon Rim to Rim June 2011 (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/photos/1914311/32309851/
Check out more "Grand Canyon Three Day Trip with HikingOC (http://hikingoc.blogspot.com/2012/03/grand-canyon-in-3-days-version-1.html#!/2012/03/grand-canyon-in-3-days-version-1.html)" for more info. Meetup locations for each day and time are subject to change when we are in Grand Canyon. "Day Hikes of Grand Canyon South Rim Trails (http://hikingoc.blogspot.com/2012/04/day-hikes-of-grand-canyon-south-rim.html#!/2012/04/day-hikes-of-grand-canyon-south-rim.html)" for additional information
REMINDERS:
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
> Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, mountain lions, coyotes, snake bites or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike4 attendees
2026-Oct: AZ-South Rim GC/UT-Wahweap Hoodoos/Levels 2/2+
UT/AZ, 123, Kanab, UT, USDays 3-4: Grand Canyon South Rim and we may have chances to hike either the Wave, UT if got the lottery permits or Wahweap Hoodoos and may be Fall Foliage near Flagstaff
Please see the main post for more info
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/315853968/RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person to discuss more about the trip!
General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2/2+ Moderate for distance, elevation, speed and weather condition. Click on RATING TABLE for more about difficulty hiking levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
Distance: 10+ miles RT.
Elevation loss/gain: 1500+ft
Duration: 8+ hours .What to bring: 10 hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234), wear hiking clothes (loose shorts/pants), swiming clothes, hiking boots or shoes, sandals, hat, sunscreen, water, snacks, food and camping gears.
Read here to find out your hiking levels: What is the difference between skill levels? (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/10328308)Weather in Grand Canyon: http://www.grandcanyonhiker.com/planners/weather/index.shtml
Hiking trails in Grand Canyon: http://www.thecanyon.com/webpage.php/swmc/webpages/hikingguide
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Day Hikes Grand Canyon National Park: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/day-hiking.htmInside the Canyon: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/backcountry-permit.htm
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There were trips April 2023, Oct 2021, etc.
2020 Fall Foliage North, South Rims GC https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/272389235/Grand Canyon South Rim with HikingOC in April 2012 (http://hikingoc.blogspot.com/2012/03/grand-canyon-in-3-days-version-1.html)" and "Day Hikes of Grand Canyon North Rim Trails (http://hikingoc.blogspot.com/2012/04/day-hikes-of-grand-canyon-south-rim.html)" for additional information
REMINDERS:
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, mountain lions, coyotes, snake bites or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike4 attendees
Turtle Rock Hills Hike on Sunday at Sunset near UCI /Levels 2 to 3
Turtle Rock, 1 Concordia, Irvine, CA, USWeekly sunset Sunday hike on the hills of Turtle Rock.
>>>Slow pace/new hikers or beginners can turn around at Turtle Rock Road and walk back to trailhead if you can't keep up with the groupPlease keep in mind: Hikers will join the hosts for a workout together; there is no leader or sweeper on this hike
Meeting: 4:30 PM
This hike is rated level 2 for pace and elevation. Please see the RATING TABLE for more info about difficulty levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
Duration: ~1.5 to 2 hours
Distance: 4 miles
Elevation: 1100ftESSENTIALS**: Bring water, and shoes that will provide grip on dirt trails/hills (like hiking shoes or trail runners)**
DIRECTIONS**: Address: 1 Concordia, Irvine**
ABOUT THIS HIKE**:**
(No restrooms) This is a workout conditioning hike composed of a looped route with a mix of trails and sidewalk/bike paths, along with some not too long but fairly steep hills. The two popular hills: French Hill and Suicide Hill at Turtle Rock. This loop, which uses city streets, single-track trails and a little bit of climbing, is one of several possible routes that visit the two summits. This hike requires regular hikers or those who have exercise experience stair stepper or treadmill on 5-7 degree incline. The trail is dog friendly.
Route**:**
The hike begins with a steep climb up French Hill, gaining 200 feet in about 0.3 miles. At the top, you get a nice view of the Santa Ana Mountains and you can also see the other destination, Turtle Rock, to the left.
At the top, bear right, pass by a small summit marker, and begin heading downhill, toward a residential neighborhood. The trail swings around the back side of the houses and begins to curve south, making a moderate ascent to a ridge. Here, you get nice views of the Laguna Canyon area and the San Joaquin Hills.
At 1.2 miles, you begin a sharp descent toward Ridgeline Drive. Head right and follow a trail that’s been beaten on the side of the road. Soon you cross Hillsborough, where you can follow a proper sidewalk up to the intersection with Turtle Rock Drive.
Cross the street and continue following Ridgeline, looking for a paved walkway heading downhill 1.9 miles. At the bottom of a hill, where the walkway makes a hairpin turn, continue straight on a dirt trail. Never getting too far from the residential area on the right, you climb to another ridge. Head right at a junction, where you’ll see Turtle Rock ahead of you, with its geological outcrops that resemble turtles. You descend into a pleasant wooded area, reaching a paved walkway at about 2.6 miles.
Head left, and almost immediately take a hard right and begin climbing a staircase. At the top, head right and continue your ascent. A little bit of scrambling, though nothing too difficult, is required to reach the top of Turtle Rock 2.9 miles, where you enjoy a nice view of almost all of Orange County, and on clear days, beyond.
Continuing north, you descend steeply from Turtle Rock. Turn left at the next junction and head through a meadow, toward the intersection of San Rufino and Via Novella 3.4 miles. Follow Via Novella to Amalfi Drive, head right and turn right again on Turtle Rock Drive. Heading slightly uphill, follow Turtle Rock 0.4 miles back to the starting point.
REMINDER**:**
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
>>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
***********Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***19 attendees
Santiago Oaks - Hidden Canyon Entrance (Level 2: Moderate)
Hidden Canyon trailhead, Trailhead 1195 S. Hidden Canyon Rd. · Anaheim, CA freestar, Anaheim, CA, USDescription: *Okay for Advanced Beginner/Intermediate hikers wanting to take on some hills at a moderate pace *
Link to Hike Rating Table https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
HIKE TIME: 7:30 AM SHARP!
Lying peacefully in east Orange alongside the Santiago Creek, the 1,758-acre Santiago Oaks Regional park is a nature lover's paradise. This secluded refuge offers hikers, bikers and equestrians the natural charm of mountain vistas, an orange grove, a meandering creek and a mature forest of many different species of trees. Wildlife abounds and a series of interconnecting trails leads through shady groves and to a lookout that features an awe-inspiring view of Orange and the surrounding foothills.
ABOUT THE HIKE:
We hike as a group, starting out on a trail that has beautiful houses on one side and the Santiago Creek on the other. After about 10 minutes, we enter the actual park. We will hike on both flat shady trails and include some hills for a good workout. We will stop for a snack midway or towards the latter part of our hike. Plan on 5-7 miles for about 2-3 hours. Terrain can be uneven so shoes with good traction are recommended. The trails chosen will vary from week to week. A map of the trail system can be found here. Please bring a copy with you if you are not familiar with this park.
Attention Dog Lovers: This is a dog friendly park & hike, However your canine buddies are required to be on a leash at ALL times as a courtesy and safety to all hikers, Please obey park rules!
NOTE: Rain or extreme heat or low attendance may cancel hike. Please check meetup on the morning of the event.
DIRECTIONS:
DIRECTIONS & PARKING: East Overlook Entrance. Corner of E. Overlook Terrace and S. Hidden Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA. The closest address is 1195 S. Hidden Canyon Rd, Anaheim, CA. Keep in mind this is a residential area; please avoid parking in front of a residence if possible.
From the 91 freeway exit Weir Canyon and head South. Right at Serrano Ave. Left (South) on Hidden Canyon Rd. and proceed through the housing development Anaheim Ridge Estates. Follow Hidden Canyon Rd. until it bisects with Overlook Terrace. Park on the corner by the barrier.
From the 55 freeway, exit Katella Ave and head East. Katella becomes E. Santiago Canyon Rd. Turn left onto Cannon St. Turn right onto Serrano Ave. Turn right (South) on Hidden Canyon rd. and proceed throught the housing development Anaheim Ridge Estates. Follow Hidden Canyon Rd. until it bisects with Overlook Terrace. Park on the corner by the barrier.
GPS COORDINATES: Enter 33.830541° -117.744282° into your GPS, or create a customized/printable map with directions from your starting point at maps.google.com.NOTE: This is a residential neighborhood so please be respectful by keeping voices low (turn your boom box down).
NECESSITIES: Adequate water (1 to 3 liters), snack, hat, sunscreen, hiking or trail running shoes, and a friendly attitude.
OPTIONAL: Trekking Poles, camera, binoculars.
PARK INFO: For more information about the park, visit: OCPARKS
DISCLAIMER:
Before undertaking any outdoor activity described on this site, it is your personal and exclusive responsibility to ensure that the activity is appropriate for you, that you have researched the activity description, and that you have proper training, equipment, and physical conditioning to safely participate in the planned activity.
NOTICE OF LIABILITY RELEASE:
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY.
> Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks and snake bites. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries, direct, or indirect, incidental, punitive, health related, physical, psychological, loss, personal injury or any other damages that may be sustained during this hike***Please email me if you have any other questions.
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