Nature Hike at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness

Hiking & Fitness
Nature Hike at Gypsum Canyon Wilderness

Explore the beauty of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space on a 3–4.5 mile guided hike through Gypsum Canyon Wilderness. We’ll begin along the Oven Canyon Trail, passing through mixed habitats, and then ascend a single-track trail with switchbacks leading to three scenic overlook points offering spectacular views of Orange County.

This hike includes an elevation gain of approximately 500 feet and maintains an average moving pace of 3 miles per hour.

Please come prepared with:

  • Water (each hiker must carry their own)

  • Sunscreen and a hat

  • Sturdy, closed-toe hiking shoes

  • Any personal gear needed to stay safe and comfortable on the trail

Participants must be capable of completing the full distance with elevation gain. We look forward to seeing you on the trail!

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.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level 3 activity on the land. Please visit our FAQ page for answers to activity specific questions you may have prior to registering.

Activity Details Led by IRC

Date:
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Time:
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Duration (hours:minutes):
3:00
Type:
Hiking & Fitness
Organization:
OC Parks
Area:
Gypsum Canyon Wilderness
Staging Area:
Gypsum Canyon Staging Area
Difficulty:
3
Distance:
Variable
Elevation Change:
Variable
Minimum Age:
16
Spaces Left:
Registration for this event opens on 8:00am on 08/27/2025

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