OC Turtle Rock Sunset Hike

This popular trail near the Irvine Turtle Rock neighborhood is a fantastic hike, featuring a 4.2-mile loop with a 900-foot elevation gain. It's typically completed in about 2 hours at a moderate pace, and street parking is available near Turtle Rock Preschool. The hike begins with a steep climb, gaining 264 feet in just 0.38 miles, which leads you up to French Hill. From here, you'll be treated to panoramic views of Irvine, Tustin, Lake Forest, Santiago Peak, and, on clear days, even Catalina Island. After a short break, descend the hill and pass by the backside of a neighborhood. Continue on Ridgeline Road for approximately 0.5 miles. Rejoin the main trail and hike up to the second hill, where you'll get views of Bommer Canyon on your left side. The final leg takes you up to the Turtle Rock viewpoint, known as "Sunset Point." On clear days, you can see San Pedro, Long Beach, and the LA high-rise buildings. After enjoying the beautiful view at Sunset Point, we will descend down, stroll through a charming neighborhood, and return to the trailhead. No dogs allowed.
Level: Moderate(O rated)

Bring: Since we start in the evening, make sure you bring your 10 essentials including light source, layers to keep you warm after sunset, 2 litres of water, sun protection, snacks, trekking poles if you use them. Wear sturdy footwear.

Carpool: We encourage arranging your own carpool to minimize parking and environmental impact.

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.