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    Hidden Valley Wildlife Area

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    Pump creek near the visitor center.
    Charles H.

    This wildlife area is a hidden gem located near the Santa Ana River. It's perfect for hiking, exercising, biking, and learning. There are more five parking lots; one near the entrance and then more along the way to the nature center. Each parking lot requests a $5 donation. The nature center was closed when we decided to visit but there is a small wonderful play area for the kids near the center. There are also plaques to teach about the riparian area and how it's important to the ecosystem. There are many dirt trails you can take from the visitor center for hiking. You can park at any of the parking lots and access the hiking trails. Watch your step because this area is a popular horse riding area. The Santa Ana bike trail also passes by so this is also a great place to stage and ride your bike. There is also a paved loop that has exercise features: pull up bar, balance beam, climbing wall, tire, and monkey bars. We spent a few hours here and logged 4 miles of fun. We will definitely return with our bikes for more adventures.

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    9 years ago

    Beautiful park wonderful animals to see. My children enjoyed this place. I will defiantly come visit this place again.

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    Ask the Community - Hidden Valley Wildlife Area

    When do the extended summer hours begin? Does the parking lot close at 4:30?

    I have left the dirt parking lot off Arlington after 5pm. I believe the lot near the nature center close at 4:30PM only on selected days.

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