Equestrian Ride: Exploring the Natural Wonders Weir Canyon and the Overlook Trail

Equestrian
Equestrian Ride: Exploring the Natural Wonders Weir Canyon and the Overlook Trail

Be prepared to experience the beauty and wonder of Weir Canyon including the beautiful views of the Overlook Trail.  This ride will travel through Weir Canyon, where the trail weaves its way through a beautiful oak woodland inhabited by deer, coyotes, bobcats, and a variety of native birds. You will travel the route of the Butterfield Stage and see a monument dedicated to the Mexican Ox Cart drivers.

We will continue our ride through coastal sage scrub over large rock formations past oak woodlands and up the Overlook Trail. On a clear day, we will be rewarded with sweeping views of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks and more distant views of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Los Angeles Basin, and Cleveland National Forest.

Participant’s horse must be able to ride 9+ miles with an accumulated elevation gain of 1800 feet.

This ride travels on wide trails and single tracks with several moderate to steeper climbs. Equestrians who have trail riding experience and their own fit and able horse are welcome. You will need to transport your horse to the staging area. Owners of unshod horses, please note that footing will include areas of gravel and distances over asphalt pavement. Please bring water on the ride.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-4 activity on the land.

Please note that you will be asked to adhere to the following protective measures during the activity in order to participate:

  • Each individual adult must bring with them a signed liability waiver. Minors may be added to the waiver of their respective parent or legal guardian. The form will not be available on site.
  • The waiver can be accessed and downloaded for print at home use here:  IRC Liability Waiver 2020.05
  • Be registered in advance, no walk-up registration is permitted.
  • Arrive with all necessary equipment to keep you safe on the trail, including water, proper attire, and closed-toe footwear, first aid, health needs etc.
  • Restrooms will be available, but facilities will not be sanitized for each individual.
  • You may be prevented from participating if you do not adhere to the above protocols.

Additionally, in an effort to respect and protect all employees, volunteers, and participants, please do not sign up or attend if you are not feeling well, exhibiting any symptoms of illness or have been in recent contact with someone who was ill.

Activity Details Led by IRC

Date:
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Duration (hours:minutes):
4:00
Type:
Equestrian
Organization:
OC Parks
Area:
Weir Canyon Nature Preserve
Staging Area:
Lot C - Irvine Regional Park
Difficulty:
Variable
Distance:
9.5 miles
Elevation Change:
1800 feet
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
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