Red Rock Wilderness
Hike atop 20 to 40-million-year-old red rocks and enjoy breathtaking views of the Santa Ana Mountains and beyond at Red Rock Wilderness. Located within OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, the 1,500-acre area features more than 8 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding along with a scenic overlook that offers 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape. The area is accessible through scheduled programs with advance registration only. Available activities include Wilderness Access Days which allow for self-guided exploration at your own pace, or docent-led guided programs which take place in small groups with interpretation along the way. Parking is free and dogs are not permitted.
Access through scheduled programs with advanced registration only.
Gypsum Canyon Wilderness
OC Parks opened Gypsum Canyon Wilderness within the Irvine Ranch Open Space in November 2023. The area features 6 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding along with two lookout points that offer sweeping views of the surrounding canyons. The area is accessible through scheduled activities including monthly self-guided Wilderness Access Days or docent-led guided programs. Parking is free and dogs are not permitted.
Wilderness Access Days. No registration required.
Guided programs with advance registration.
Saddleback Wilderness
OC Parks opened Saddleback Wilderness within the Irvine Ranch Open Space in March 2023. The area includes 3.3 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from the mountains to the sea during monthly self-guided Exploration Days or scheduled programs. Parking is free and dogs are not permitted.
Exploration Days. No registration required. Guided programs with advance registration.
