Top of the World from Canyon View Park (Level 2 Moderate)

Notice that the start time is 7 am since summer is here and weather is getting hotter.

We will start from the Canyon View Park. Take Wood Canyon Trail, Wood Creek Trail, Coyote Run trail, Mathias Canyon Trail (or Car Wreck trail), West Ridge Trail to Top of the World. After a rest break, we will return from West Ridge Trail, Lynx trail, Wood Canyon trail then back to Canyon View Park.

Distance: about 7 miles
Elevation: 1100 ft

General Rating: Level 2, Download RATING TABLE ([https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating) to read more about difficulty levels.](https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating))

After the hike, you are welcomed to join us for brunch at the Plumeria Cafe, 23811 Aliso Creek Rd STE 122, Laguna Niguel.

PLEASE BRING:

At least 2 liters of water, a hat, sunscreen. There is not too much shade in the trails.

FACILITIES: Rest rooms in Alta Laguna Park near Top of the World

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From the 5 Freeway, exit Alicia Parkway. Take Alicia parkway (towards Laguna Niguel) about 1 1/2 miles to Pacific Park. Turn right on Pacific Park and go about 1 1/4 miles to Canyon Vistas. Turn left on Canyon Vista and go about 4 blocks to the end proceeding to Canyon View Park on the left. There is street parking but there is parking restriction on some streets on Friday so please pay attention.

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***