2026-Oct: Laguna Coast: Willow/Laurel/Lizard Canyons/Level 2

A special rare post hike in Laguna Coast Wilderness and the trails less posting: Willow, Laurel and Lizard canyons from Willow Staging Area Parking.

DEPARTURE TIME: 9 AM

DURATION/DISTANCE/ELEVATION: Plan on about 2+ hours for about 4 miles/1000+ft gain.
General Rating/Difficulty: Level 2 (Moderate Pace) for distance, elevation and pace. Click RATING TABLE to learn more about hike levels

ROUTE : We will park at Willow Staging with fee. Heading up Willow steep trail to Bommer, then come down to Lizard, Laurel Canyons then Southcoach to the trailhead.

ESSENTIALS : wear good traction hiking shoes, bring water

DIRECTIONS : We meet at meet at Willow Staging Area parking LAGUNA COAST WILDERNESS.

**SEE TRAIL MAP http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=8204**

REMINDER:
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***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*******
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