*This program begins at the Bommer Ridge Trail West Entrance, Ridge Park Road, Newport Beach, CA 92657*
Please be aware this is a fitness hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile.
Raise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 6.6-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with 1,100 feet of elevation gain. Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection and bring water.
Join us for a sensory journey into the world of native plant teas! We’ll explore the ecological roles of our coastal sage scrub plants, their cultural significance and their unique flavors. Participants will have an opportunity to create their own unique tea blend to taste. New flavors will be offered!
Please note that this program involves making and drinking tea made from sustainably sourced native plants. If you have food allergies or sensitivities, please be sure to notify park staff upon arrival.
This program is designed for ages 7 and older. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.
*This program begins at the James Dilley Preserve, 350 Artisan Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651*
Enjoy an easy 2.5-mile hike with your family at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park! Starting at the James Dilley Preserve, we will hike one of the most diverse areas of the park to Barbara’s Lake and back. The hike is moderate but includes uneven terrain and approximately 45 feet of elevation gain. Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection and bring water.
Participants 18 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian.
Please be aware this is a fitness hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile.
Raise your heart rate and your spirits on this difficult, strenuous and fast-paced, 7.2-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with 1,050 feet of elevation gain. Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection and bring water.
The program will begin at the Nix Nature Center parking lot.
Join OC Parks on a guided hike and learn about key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints and the incredible wildlife and native plants within Laguna Coast Wilderness Park! We’ll share tips for exploring and stewarding the land responsibly along the way. This program is perfect for first-time visitors, new volunteers or anyone who wants to feel more at home in the coastal canyons.
This moderate hike is approximately 5 miles with 800 feet of elevation gain.
The program is designed for ages 12 and older. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Closed-toe shoes, sun protection and plenty of water are recommended.
Join OC Parks and Laguna Canyon Foundation at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park as we learn and work together to create a healthier habitat for the native plants and wildlife that call the canyon home.
Volunteers will assist with various stewardship activities including removing non-native plants, cleaning up the creek or planting native plants. No experience is necessary and all tools will be provided. Please wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and sun protection and bring water.
The program will meet at the Nix Nature Center parking lot.
This program is for ages 16 and older. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. The program and parking are free. Participants will receive a parking voucher after signing in.
Adverse weather, including wet or muddy trail conditions, may cancel this program.
*This program begins at the Willow Staging Area, 20070 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach, CA 92651*
Join OC Parks and Laguna Canyon Foundation volunteers in beautiful Laguna Coast Wilderness Park at our native plant nursery as we care for native plants from their seed stage to their mature, ready-to-be planted stage. Volunteers may collect seeds, sow seeds in flats, bump plants up, plant at restoration sites, sterilize plant containers and help maintain the nursery.
Participants should wear closed-toe shoes, layered clothing and sun protection. This program is for ages 16 and older. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian.
The program and parking are free. Participants will receive a parking voucher.
Step into the vibrant world of natural color! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the colors hidden all around us. We will begin with a short, guided walk to observe and reflect on the colors found in the landscape. Then, we’ll create our own unique bandanas using live plants and hammering techniques. Come ready to experiment, get creative and take home a wearable piece of nature!
This program is designed for ages 12 and older. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Closed-toe shoes, sun protection and plenty of water are recommended.
*This program begins at the Willow Staging Area, 20070 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach, CA 92651*
Please be aware this is a fitness hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile.
Raise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast-paced, 6-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with 1,150 feet of elevation gain. Please wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection and bring water.
