Views from Saddleback Wilderness trails, courtesy of OC Parks.
Located within OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, the new Saddleback Wilderness trail system offers visitors incredible 360-degree views of Orange County, sweeping from the mountains to the Pacific Ocean.
Recently opened in April for guided activities, Saddleback Wilderness is situated at the site of Saddleback Park, America’s first off-road motorsports park established in the 1960s. The trail system now features 3.3 miles of new trails for hiking, biking and equestrian use, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. The Saddleback Staging Area offers guests picnic tables, portable toilets and parking for vehicles and horse trailers.
Recently opened in April for guided activities, Saddleback Wilderness is situated at the site of Saddleback Park, America’s first off-road motorsports park established in the 1960s. The trail system now features 3.3 miles of new trails for hiking, biking and equestrian use, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. The Saddleback Staging Area offers guests picnic tables, portable toilets and parking for vehicles and horse trailers.
Saddleback Wilderness is home to a variety of protected animal and plant species such as the California gnatcatcher. Irvine Ranch Conservancy and OC Parks worked together to begin restoring portions of the area’s natural habitat prior to opening. The trail system is only accessible through scheduled self-guided and docent-led programs such as the upcoming Saddleback Wilderness Access Day on Saturday, August 19. This self-guided activity allows guests to explore the designated trails, with several different loop options to maximize mileage, and visit the scenic vista point to take in panoramic views of Orange County.
To learn more about upcoming Wilderness Access Days, visit LetsGoOutside.org or follow the Landmarks on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
To learn more about upcoming Wilderness Access Days, visit LetsGoOutside.org or follow the Landmarks on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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