update 7/17 : straight to the point review. There are multiple points of entry. This trail, the…read morequarter horse entry is a moderate to difficult rating for walkers, joggers, runners, and bikers ( no ebikes). I don't recommend this trail if you're a newbie or new to difficult trails. To the west, it'trail gets easy long winding paths which lead to carbon canyon. To the east, its hilly and multiple trails can be found heading deeper into the trail network system. From 1 mile to over 20 miles of trails can be found, many of which will be exciting, tough and challenging. Take water, take snacks, don't liter and be careful with the sun ; as it can get very warm during the summer. there are Great morning sceneries and fantastic sunset views. Bathrooms exist only at the stagging areas. overall, the areas present a quiet simple and affluent neighborhood. Possible horse trails are available, chk website or the city parks page for more information. A rating of 4.0 to 4.25 is given. the only complexity, is that there are no water stations or rest areas where benches can be set. these trails are virtually all the same. as for ridgecrest? none of the signs show that information. instead, telegraph glider san juan rolling ranch Rim Gilman peak

Service, menu & food fantastic & memorable. pray for left overs! Goes great with breakfast!read more

Poison Hemlock lines trail leading to the redwoods. The redwoods are beautiful and worth the walk…read more Avoid touching the Poison Hemlock which can cause welts on skin or death if eaten. Purple and green stems on white flowers are indicating this is poison hemlock. Water on a small area near end of trail is near poison hemlock and should also be avoided. The Redwoods are gorgeous! Many lovely birds. Just beware even among them some small sprouts of poison hemlock is growing. The signage explaining the redwoods is fascinating. It is lovely. Stay safe and warm kids because there is no signage indicating the danger explicitly.

Review 36/365 Day Challenge…read more This is a pretty big regional park with a big Lake. Seen guest fishing at the lake. Have a few playgrounds along w some gazebo available with picnic tables under the gazebo. It's a pretty nice clean park. With lots of trees, shadings and a great walking cemented sidewalk. You can walk from Carbon Canyon Park to go see the beautiful Redwoods. Lots of tennis courts available at this park. There is a parking fee since it's a regional park.

This is such a gorgeous pocket of nature to get away from life for a while! There's so many places…read moreto go explore, people are really respectful for the most part so there's not trash on the trails, even people who bring their kids don't let them run around screaming like in some places. Nature is very much respected. It's also absolutely gorgeous! There's little Creeks, tiny waterfalls, the nature preserve itself is stunning, they have an area set up just for little birds to come visit that is beyond adorable, the birds you can come up to you! Well at least they did with us. I've also been to several weddings here, it's a really nice venue. Especially if people put lights up and have a dusk wedding OMG Parking is free, cheaper than therapy, wonderful break from the rat race. This is by far my favorite place in Orange County to just unplug.

Amazing hikes with the whole family…read more Very fun and chill hikes that cross a nice little steam in several areas.

This is a nice little park located atop the hill, so it has nice views of the mountains in the…read morebackground. On a clear day you can see out further near L.A. too. Lots of people walking dogs, there are trash cans, a few benches and picnic tables. Somewhat peaceful but lots of traffic right off the main roads. Parking here is very tight, only a few spaces, but the park is so small no one stays long. There are also no restrooms at all.

After days of rainy weather in late November, I saw a large rainbow while driving. Thinking I'd get…read morenice views, I drove to Mountain View Park. There are a few parking spaces available, so I had to wait a little bit for someone to leave. I prefer to park across the street by Vista Park. The park has a nice vantage point to view the San Gabriel Mountains and benches to relax a little bit.

Came here this past weekend and the kids enjoyed the large playground. Covered picnic area…read more Relatively clean grounds. Very hot during the summer. Also basketball court and pickleball courts available. Parking on the streets along the park.

I finally had the chance to come to this park. I've seen and…read moreheard great things about this park in our city. It's a neighborhood park that's pretty hidden since it's not out in the open. It's backed up and center of the canyon mountains in the back. One of my fav new park. It's really nice here. Had a playdate here on Sunday 1.07.24. Has 2 pickle ball courts and a basketball. Great for bike riding around the park or walking. They have a gazebo w lots of tables and benches. When we came it was a bit breezy. Saw a few people bring kites to fly. Love that idea. Lots of field space to do that. I'll be bringing my kite here next time. Box Canyon Park has A *Little Library" available for a good read while spending time at the park or can donate a book if you'd like when coming here. Very clean park along w the restrooms and it's near the playground. Not far at all. They restroom only has 2 stalls in the women's bathroom. Has a soap dispenser. Only street parking available. We were here for 2 hours and seemed like a lot to do for kids. Will definitely be visiting more in the future. Box Canyon park is a Win!

We were looking for a new place to hike and came across Panorama on yelp. There is parking at the…read morebottom of the restaurant and a pathway that leads up. This is a nice calm hike with maybe two inclines. Overall it is beginner friendly and a short walk to the end and back. It overlooks the golf course which is really pretty!

Good for short runs/walks with some hills! In the morning there's plenty of parking esp. when the…read morerestaurant is still closed. You'll most likely come across golfers as there's a golf course in the area. But overall it's a pretty peaceful trail!

1100 am, Sunday, May 17, 2026…read more May grey weather, it was cold on the hike with a little rain. We encountered people, people and dogs, people and macaws, and people on their mountain bikes. The ant activity is picking up. Lots of red and black ants. No snake sightings today.

Easy Loop with Great Views A perfect 4-mile loop for a…read morecasual outing with friends or family. The trail features gradual rolling hills, tons of greenery, and some city views. You share the trail with mountain bikers. Navigation: Excellent signage at every turn. Accessibility: Great for all skill levels; the hills are manageable and not too steep. Parking: Convenient free neighborhood parking right at the trailhead.

So beautiful!! It's mountain lion county so be aware but for the most part it's very nice &…read morecomforting

Gorgeous and manageable hike. Some steep areas for climbing but if you pace yourself, you can…read moretotally do it! While there is ample parking spots in the neighborhood, depending on when you go in the morning, you may need to wait 5-10 minutes for a spot to open up closer to the trailhead. We arrived at 10:30am and cars were parked all the way into the cul de sac. There are gorgeous green hills with native California wildflowers everywhere, including yellow mustard, mountain lupine, yellow California bush flower, and blue corn flower. The golden poppies were the most popular spots and were nestled ontop of various ridges. Pro tip: Arrive after 11:30/12 noon for easier parking.

Love it! It's a lot of climbing over rocks but it's great exercise. The best part of everything is…read morereaching the falls and eating a good sandwich. I do notice that many people leave their trash behind in this particular trail. PLEASE TAKE YOUR TRASH! You'll definitely get a good nap after getting home.

First time visiting Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park to check out the "falls" and it was just as…read moreexpected. By doing a little bit of research, we learned it was best to go early - my husband and I got there at 7:45am in October on a Saturday and the lot was already starting to fill up. When we left at 11:30, the lot was very full. There is technically plenty of parking but the busier it is, the farther you would have to go just to get to the trailhead. We had a very good weather for hiking. It was overcast for the first hour or so, and there is shade when hiking along the creek, and it was partly cloudy on our way out. If hiking during the afternoon, I would recommend bringing twice as much water as you think you would need. Overall, the trail was long but not too difficult. The first 3 miles are fairly easy/moderate and only the very end being somewhat difficult because it is steep. We think the total hike was about 7-8 miles round-trip and took 3.5-4 hours at a moderate pace. In October 2025, the falls and creek were dried out after a hot summer and only one storm in months. It made crossing the creek a non-event (only a little mud and puddles in a few areas), but it also meant the waterfalls were non-existent. The trail was still very scenic and a fun hike. The end of the trail is still very beautiful when dry. Note, there are lots of mountain bikers so be alert and stay to the right side of the trail. No bathrooms, trash cans, or water fountains but still very clean; thanks to the regular hikers who help to clean up the trails. Please be kind to others and respectful to nature. Pack it on, pack it out.

This regional park contains an expansive trail network with difficulty levels appropriate for all…read morewalks of life! Having (embarrassingly) not been as active lately as we used to be on hikes, my friend and I came with our dogs and set out on the creek trail, which is about a 2 mile loop. The trail is well-maintained and wide, making it an ideal warm-up for more experienced hikers and great for outdoorsy families. The day we came, someone was even taking their graduation photos there! As of mid-May 2026, there wasn't very much water on the creek/dam trail, but it's nicely shaded and home to many vining plants and bird species. We ended up moseying through parts of different trails like Bobcat and Meadow, but signage is excellent and very clear (distance, easy/moderate/difficult). You could also rent the event space towards the entrance for weddings and other celebrations; the facilities are clean, and they clearly take care of the grounds. Parking is $5 at the kiosk, but well worth it in my opinion! There's a paved parking lot to the right past the kiosk and you can pick up a map on your way in.

The trails and views are AMAZING! We peddle from home into Irvine Park, then into the " OAKS"…read more A must 2-3 times a week See you out there!!