Our Activities and Programs
Monday, September 22, 2025
Come explore Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, the northernmost portion of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This scenic hike involves steep climbs and descents on several single-track trails and is done at an average moving pace of 3 miles per hour....
Friday, October 3, 2025
Come explore Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, the northernmost portion of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This scenic hike involves steepish climbs and descents on several single-track trails and is done at an average moving pace of 3 miles per hour....
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Escape into the stunning landscapes of the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks with a one of kind family hiking experience. Our guided walk features a friendly horse, offering a special opportunity to interact with these magnificent animals while exploring the natural...
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Access is first come, first served until parking capacity is reached. No registration required. Equestrians, while space is not guaranteed we encourage you to please email info@irconservancy.org to coordinate parking. Come explore 6 miles of new trails at Gypsum Canyon...
Monday, November 3, 2025
Birds are among the most colorful and entertaining forms of wildlife on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. Bring your binoculars and join us on a slow/medium paced walk in OC Parks’ Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, as we search for resident and...
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Access is first come, first served until parking capacity is reached. No registration required. Equestrians, while space is not guaranteed we encourage you to please email info@irconservancy.org to coordinate parking. Come explore 6 miles of new trails at Gypsum Canyon...
Friday, November 14, 2025
Come explore beautiful Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, the northernmost portion of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This scenic hike involves steepish climbs and descents on several single-track trails and is done at an average moving pace of 3 miles per...
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Hiking is a great way to connect to nature and stay healthy and active. If you are new to the outdoors, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Come out to Gypsum Canyon, part of Orange County Park’s...
Monday, November 24, 2025
Nature journaling is a wonderful tool for nature observations, creating lasting memories, and making deeper connections with nature. Take a closer look at Coast Live Oaks and how their armored bark, buttressing branches and speckled shading supports an abundance of...
Friday, November 28, 2025
After indulging in a hearty feast, it’s time to kickstart your metabolism and get back on track in OC Parks’ Gypsum Canyon Wilderness with an invigorating 6.5-mile hike with approximately 1,000 feet of elevation gain that promises to challenge your...
Monday, December 1, 2025
Birds are among the most colorful and entertaining forms of wildlife on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks. Bring your binoculars and join us on a slow/medium paced walk in OC Parks’ Gypsum Canyon Wilderness, as we search for resident and...
Thursday, December 11, 2025
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...
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Access is first come, first served until parking capacity is reached. No registration required. Equestrians, while space is not guaranteed we encourage you to please email info@irconservancy.org to coordinate parking. Come explore 6 miles of new trails at Gypsum Canyon...