Distance Hike: Santiago Oaks to Weir Canyon

Hiking & Fitness
Distance Hike: Santiago Oaks to Weir Canyon

Join us on this early morning distance hike passing through Irvine and Santiago Oaks Regional Parks and crossing into beautiful Weir Canyon Nature Preserve, part of Irvine Ranch Open Space. Leaving Santiago Oaks, we head up Weir Canyon to a scenic overlook trail and then drop down to lower Weir Canyon, winding our way back to Irvine Regional Park. Distance is 10 – 12 miles with several steep climbs and descents.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-4 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

You must come prepared with a daypack, 100 oz. (3 quarts) of water, trail snacks, closed-toe hiking shoes, sunscreen, first aid, and any other supplies needed to keep you safe on the trail. Each participant must carry his or her own pack and water and be comfortable hiking at an average moving pace of 3 mph. Under-prepared participants may be denied access to this program.

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

  • 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.
  • All participants are required to sign a liability waiver upon arrival at the staging area and before beginning the activity. The waiver can be previewed here: IRC Liability Waiver
  • 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.

To learn more about the staging areas and activity locations, please visit our Staging Areas Playlist page.

Activity Details Led by IRC

Date:
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Time:
6:30 am - 11:30 am
Duration (hours:minutes):
5:00
Type:
Hiking & Fitness
Organization:
OC Parks
Area:
Weir Canyon Nature Preserve
Staging Area:
Outdoor Education Center Weir Lot
Difficulty:
4
Distance:
12 miles
Elevation Change:
1900 feet
Minimum Age:
18
Spaces Left:
Registration has closed.

Registration is closed for this activity..