There are so many trails that you can explore here on this hike. We decided to do an 8 mile loop…read morethat included the classic car wreck. We also saw a pair of deers. It was an overcast day and just perfect for this hike. Most of it has direct exposure so bring your hat and sunscreen. They're also a lot of bikers on the trail that you must be careful. Please come and create your adventure.

Beautiful views and an easy spot to enjoy Laguna's scenery!…read more Top of the World is l worth visiting if you're in Laguna Beach. The panoramic views of the hills and coastline are gorgeous, and there are several nearby trails if you want to turn it into a longer hike. It can get busy on weekends, but the views make it worth it. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and go on a clear day--sunset is especially beautiful! Definitely recommend for a quick scenic hike, photos, or a peaceful outdoor escape.

It was a very good hiking trail and beautiful view! Had lunch at the park nearby it was a perfect…read moreday!!

Great place to walk, bike, hike, roller skate, etc. and enjoy nature. There is a paved path and…read morethen a wide variety of trails of all difficulty levels. You'll love it! You can park for $3 for the day right next to the visitors center or you can park on the street. It's super accessible.

Such a fun hike and accessible for little kids or strollers. There is plenty of shade and…read morevegetation. So it doesn't feel like a desert death march. Lots of loose and Dusty dirt, I would suggest wearing long socks or pants for kids. Next time I'll be bringing insect repellent, there were quite a few little mosquitoes. Just a really unique hike for Orange County. Bathrooms: there are bathrooms located near the parking area, in the form of porta potties. I would suggest using them before the hike & plugging your nose. ;)

Pretty easy hike. 4.8 mile loop. The cave itself was a bit underwhelming but worth checking out. Be…read moresure to start early because there is barely any shade. Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park opens at 7am. It does get busy and there's a lot of bikers.

Very much enjoyable, but this hike does require conditioning in my opinion. I found the first hill…read moreto be steep and tiring. After making it to the top of the turtle rock trail most of the walking past that point was relatively downhill, sometimes steep drops. You definitely need a pair of good hiking shoes for this venture (the Nikes I had didn't grip steep slopes up or down well. Awesome sights once you reach the top.

First time visiting this trail / loop There are multiple…read moreentrances to the loop Street or residential parking Look out for signs with designated street parking signs or resident parking only If parking across chaparral park there are stairs that lead to trail head once on the top or another pathway to the right that another start to the trail There is another entrance off Concordia with street parking (no parking between 9pm to 6am) and a little sign that says turtle rock Trail overlooks the city - greenery and fields can be seen Definetly bring a hat and water and wear sturdy shoes because it's a combination of flat up down rocky hills Wear long pants as some pathways are narrow Overgrown brush / branches / bushes Appears to be dog friendly trail Watch out for various forms of number 2 No bathrooms available All trail helpful to ensure following the loop as it does take you through some residential area and some pathways branch off into a left or right or curvy direction Enjoy and start early if you can to beat the heat. 4 miles at least pending route taken and took 1.5 to 2 hours to complete Have fun!

Oops my secret is out! This is probably one of my most favorite spot to go for a walk or a mini…read morehike! Even better, if you're there when it's sunny because the ocean views are breathtaking!! This is also dog friendly since there are poop bags provided at intermittent part of the trail. Please keep in mind that this is in a neighborhood so there will be houses really close to the trail (almost like we're in their backyard) and private property that you can't enter. There are signs to guide you so just stick to the signs and you'll be ok.

Hidden gem in LN. Quick hike around the area to the park area to see the interesting…read moregeology/history. Hike also wraps around the mountain side, giving you a view of the ocean.

The Oso Creek Trail is a classic "Yuppie Nature" trail: mostly paved or manicured paths, and…read morenothing too challenging or dangerous. Exactly the kind of "outdoor" experience my wife loves! But seriously, it's a wonderful place to stretch your legs right in the heart of Mission Viejo. The trail runs along both sides of Oso Creek, hence the name, and each side of the trail is a bit different. One side is paved and the other is dirt or bark covered, for a more "natural" feel. There are also some fun points of interest along the way, including a hedgerow maze, various bear statues, and a park adjacent to the Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center. It's great for families with small kids or strollers to push, as well as solo joggers, dog walkers, or even bikers. It's long enough and stretches at least a couple miles to get some good exercise in. If you're in the area, it's well worth a visit to enjoy. Five stars!

This urban trail, which runs along Oso Creek for a couple of miles, has several entrances along…read morethe route. We entered at the south trailhead on Marguerite Parkway next to Del Taco. The path itself was paved for the first mile or so and then became dirt/sawdust. While the trail runs behind and below shopping centers and housing, you never really see much of the structures. We walked a good chunk of the trail to the Peace Obelisk and then turned around and went back to where we parked in a shopping center, which was approximately a 4-mile round trip. It was a good walk on a Saturday afternoon. There weren't a whole lot of people to be seen on our walk; a few families, dog walkers, a couple of joggers, a couple of bicyclists. The entire path is an easy walk and mostly flat. Again, there are several entrances to the trail and there are actually 2 separate parallel trails on either side of the creek. This is a great place to spend a little time in nature while still being in the middle of Mission Viejo.

This is a really cool trail that starts out from Pacific Island Street goes past some residential…read moreneighborhoods and ends up with a beautiful view of Pacific Ocean it can continue down to PCH as well

Aliso Peak Trail is a little gem with various combo of extension trails. The trail starts out flat…read morewith a few picnic tables on the side of the trail. Then you proceed down on a steep, narrow dirt/rocky path. There are just a few rolling hills before you reach the peak. Before the final peak, there are wooden planks to step on/assist in hiking up. On a clear day you can see the canyon with a clear coastal view of Laguna Beach; on a foggy day, you'd still enjoy the ethereal view where mountain meets water/coast. Distance: ~ 2 miles roundtrip Trailhead: Seaview Park at Talavera and Casalero Parking: free along residential street Condition: dirt path, steep climb with little rocks Level: Advanced beginner NOTE: there are no restroom nearby or on the trail. If you're on time constraint and want a short cardio workout (~ 2miles roundtrip), start from Seaview park and descend down for a view of the ocean coast, coastal fog, and breezy wind. For more mileage, start from Aliso Summit Trail (Ridgeview and Highland, add about 6 miles roundtrip) then connect to Aliso Peak (total ~8 miles roundtrip); for additional adventure, descend via Valido trail to the beach.

This is one of my favorite trails to walk through especially with my hound dogs. Parking is right…read moreoff of the trailhead on the street. You can grab a few poop bags before entering. The views are spectacular both on foggy days and clear days. You can see the Pacific Ocean and the varied topography gives a nice cardio workout. I just wish more people picked up after their dogs so I don't step on feces or worse, my dogs snacks on it. Otherwise, it's a beautiful local spot to hike with dogs.

One of the most picturesque trails in OC. The views are fantastic and it's not a difficult trail…read more I go there at least 2-3 times a week with my doggy.

Peaceful Park with so much to see if you're willing to look! Played soccer here almost all my life…read morewith friends & teams! Holds many memories.

This is a small community park that has horrible parking and it would be nice if it wasn't over…read morerun by soccer teams. I don't understand why they come to such a small park. This park should be for the people who live here. It's sad I see trash left behind after the soccer players leave and they always leave jackets and chairs or something behind.

This is my entry way to hiking on the Wood Canyon Trail which runs south. have not used any…read moreamenities offered here at this park. I do appreciate free street parking. A past memory I have was getting to play with a dog whose owner we playing catch with on the grass here.

Love strolling through Canyon View Park but only on weekdays…read more Parking here is nonexistent. You have to parallel park in specific areas and specific side of the street only. It's in the middle of a residential neighborhood and it will be hard to park during the weekends. It's an otherwise peaceful area to walk around in unless you have the unfortunate encounters with unleashed dogs, shrieking children due to the two playgrounds, or inconsiderate people talking extremely loudly on their smartphones. Sometimes you will encounter all 3 and by then, the walk with my dogs are ruined. My one dog is extremely shy and timid so I frequently have to carry her back to the car with another pulling beagle in tow. No fun at all. The poop bag stations are inconsistently filled and the park has dog droppings hidden in any areas of the grass or sidewalk. So if your dogs tend to eat stuff off the ground, WATCH OUT! Mine tried to roll in it and I so didn't appreciate it. The park also leads to several different trails that allows dogs for some of the paths. It will be an extremely steep hill to climb up and down if you access it from the Canyon View Park side. Not for the faint of heart and be aware it has little to no shade. Bring water, and don't attempt to climb if you have sandals on. It will get your feet dusty and good pair of NB or Hokas would really help. In all, I think it's a decent park to go to, but not my first choice due to noise, dog droppings, and ease of access. Avoid on weekends unless you like crowds.