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History
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The idea for Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park (named after Harriett M. Wieder, the first female elected in 1978 to the Orange County Board of Supervisors, who served until 1995) was conceived in the mid 1970s, with the initial plan for park development completed in 1992. In 2001 conceptual design...
Mountain Bike Trail Etiquette
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Ride on Open Trails Only Respect closures, avoid trespassing, obtain permission as required. Leave No Trace Be sensitive to the area, stay on existing trails, pack out what you take in. Control Your Bicycle Pay attention! Anticipate problems, keep your speed under control. Bicyclists Always Yield! Make your approach known...
Park Rules
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No domestic animals permitted inside building(s). Dogs allowed on exterior grounds must be restrained by a leash at all times (6 foot maximum). Park Subject to closure during rainy weather. Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult and must be supervised at all times. Use of...
Park Rules
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Consumption of intoxicants prohibited. Park only in designated areas. A speed limit of 10 MPH enforced at all times. Fires are permitted only in fireplaces and approved camp stoves. Fire prevention must be the first concern of every visitor. No wood burning. Only charcoal fires are permitted in park barbecues...
Park Amenities
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Bicycling/Bike Trails Equestrian Trails: Equestrian staging is located at the Big Bend parking lot - at Laguna Canyon Road approx. 1 mile south of the El Toro Road intersection. Hiking Trails Interpretive Center Interpretive Programs Restrooms Scenic Overlook
Park Amenities
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Barbeques/Fire Rings Bicycling/Bike Trails Dogs Permitted Equestrian Trails Family Picnic Area Hiking Trails Interpretive Center Interpretive Programs Playground/Tot Lot Wedding Ceremony and Reception Area Restrooms Scenic Overlook Tables
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Amphitheater Barbeques Baseball Fields Dogs Permitted: on a 6' leash at all times. Family Picnic Area Fishing Hiking Trails Horseshoe Pits Interpretive Center Interpretive Programs Model Sail Boating Playground/Tot Lot Restrooms Shelters Tables Tennis Courts Volleyball Courts
History
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On July 23, 1769, Gaspar de Portola led an expedition into what is now Orange County and camped a few miles east of the San Juan Capistrano area. On July 24, the expedition headed inland to avoid the many streams and swamps in the area. They found a large plateau...