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- • 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
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Upcoming events
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2026-June: Crystal Cove at Sunset-Unusual route/Levels 2 to 3
Crystal Cove Ridge Park Rd Entrance, Ridge Park Rd & E. Coastal Peak Rd, Newport Coast, CA, USMeeting at 6 PM
It'll be 3 to 6+ miles, about 700+ ft gain/loss.
The route will be updated the morning of the hike.
We will meet at the Pacific Ridge Trailhead.Expect a good workout. Meet some amazing people. Embrace the beauty around us!
Meet a new friend, support each other and let's have an awesome workout!This hike is intended for hikers with intermediate to advance (moderate to fast paces) experience levels that are looking to share similar paced workout. Please do not hike alone!
General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2 to 3 Moderate to Fast/Advance/Runners for distance, elevation and speed; Click RATING TABLE to read more about difficulty levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR: water, snacks. Dress layers clothes, hiking sticks if needed and hiking shoes with traction and 10 Hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234)
Route: We start at the Ridge Park entrance in Newport Coast at the top of the hills street parking and go on unusual route (includes these trails: Rattlesnake, Redtails, Elevator or Laurel and Willow canyons and may be Lizard Trail, etc.)
http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/crystal-cove-map-handout-8-28-18-color.pdfDirections: From Newport Coast Road take Ridge Park Road uphill until it ends at intersection with Coastal Peak Road. Trailhead is at the end of Ridge Park Road. Park along the road and meet at trailhead.
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***5 attendees
Weir Canyon Loop and Santiago Oaks Combo. (Level 2+/Moderate)
Weir Canyon Trailhead, 1195 S. Hidden Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA, USThis moderate pace 7 mile hike is appropriate for Intermediate level hikers who actively exercise or hike regularly. Hike is to be completed in about 3+ hours. We will first do the Weir Canyon Loop, then continue into neighboring Santiago Oaks Park and hike the Deer Trail.
Please see the RATING TABLE for more info about difficulty levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
DESCRIPTION: An area of hilltop open space, Weir Canyon Wilderness Park is located adjacent to ridge-line residential development in the Anaheim Hills. Situated above Weir Canyon, the park includes a network of trails which connect to adjacent Santiago Canyon Regional Park and Irvine Reserve Land Trust property managed by The Nature Conservancy.
TERRAIN: This trail is uneven, with several up-and-down hills. Be prepared for a good work out. Wear shoes with good traction.
DISTANCE & ELEVATION GAIN: 7 miles taking approximately 3+ hours to complete; depending on the group pace this day. Gain +/- 1000 ft.
NECESSITIES: Adequate water (1 to 3 liters), hat, sunscreen, layered clothing to adjust to climate change. Trekking Poles are not needed, but entirely optional for this hike. Shoes with good traction.
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.
DOGS: Dogs on 6 foot leash are allowed. Please bring water and doggie bags.
FACILITIES: No water or facilities are located at the trail head.
PARK INFO: For more information about the park, visit: www.ocparks.com/strategicplan/WeirCanyon
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.
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 gathering
>>>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, coyote, 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 hike***18 attendees2026-June: Crystal Cove at Sunset-Unusual route/Levels 2 to 3
Crystal Cove Ridge Park Rd Entrance, Ridge Park Rd & E. Coastal Peak Rd, Newport Coast, CA, USMeeting at 6 PM
It'll be 4 to 6+ miles, about 1000+ ft gain/loss.
The route will be updated the morning of the hike.
We will meet at the Pacific Ridge Trailhead.Expect a good workout. Meet some amazing people. Embrace the beauty around us!
Meet a new friend, support each other and let's have an awesome workout!This hike is intended for hikers with intermediate to advance (moderate to fast paces) experience levels that are looking to share similar paced workout. Please do not hike alone!
General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2 to 3 Moderate to Fast/Advance/Runners for distance, elevation and speed; Click RATING TABLE to read more about difficulty levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR: water, snacks. Dress layers clothes, hiking sticks if needed and hiking shoes with traction and 10 Hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234)
Route: We start at the Ridge Park entrance in Newport Coast at the top of the hills street parking and go on unusual route (includes these trails: Rattlesnake, Redtails, Elevator or Laurel and Willow canyons and may be Lizard Trail, etc.)
http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/crystal-cove-map-handout-8-28-18-color.pdfDirections: From Newport Coast Road take Ridge Park Road uphill until it ends at intersection with Coastal Peak Road. Trailhead is at the end of Ridge Park Road. Park along the road and meet at trailhead.
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*****************3 attendees
Barbara's Lake/Dilley Preserve - Level 2+
Nix Nature Center, 18751 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, USThis is a moderate-pace hike on the back country trails of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (http://www.ocparks.com/parks/lagunac/).
Sorry, Dogs are NOT permitted on any of the hiking trails in the park.
## Key Info:
## Parking fee is $3.
## Meet and Greet at the Nix Nature Center at 9:00 AM.
## Hike Briefing at 9:10 AM.
## The hike departs promptly at 9:15 AM.
## If you arrive late or otherwise choose to do this walk on your own, just follow the directions detailed below.Distance: 5-6 miles, about 2 - 3 hours
Elevation: ~800 feet gain/loss
Terrain: Mostly hard packed dirt trails.
Difficulty: This hike has some moderate climbs on a variety of unpaved surfaces (packed dirt and gravel/rock).
Pace: Moderate (~25-30 minutes/mile)Description: We will start at the Nix Nature Center, which is easy to access from the 133 Freeway and has nice facilities. The hike will proceed to cross under the freeway to get to Barbara's Lake and the James Dilley Preserve on the other side.
There are several loops shown on the hike map (see Photos). There are some steeper sections that will give us some conditioning workout.
Sometimes we may see some wildlife: quail, hawks, roadrunners, bunny wabbits, and if we are very lucky, maybe a snake or a tarantula.
Rating: Level 2+ - Click here for hike RATING TABLE
Parking: There is a dirt parking lot at the Nix Nature Center. Parking fee is $3 at the machine. GPS Address: 18751 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651. See the main entrance in the Photos.Facilities: The Nix Nature Center has a Visitor's Center with a few exhibits, rest rooms, and a sign-in desk for the trails. Everyone needs to sign in before we start the hike. There is also an outside deck with a few chairs, if anyone wants to bring their lunch and have a little picnic after the hike.
What to bring: Water, maybe a snack or lunch, sunglasses, sturdy hiking shoes, maybe hiking poles if you have them, a hat or umbrella, a happy attitude and a big smile!
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park Trail Map: CLICK HERE
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, 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 hike.6 attendees
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