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The activities below are offered by a variety of organizations and their dedicated volunteers. All programs are FREE unless noted below. Programs led by IRC-Certified Volunteers require pre-registration. No walk-up registrations will be permitted. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for all events. For policies of other organizations, please see the sign-up information provided.
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The activities listed are offered by a variety of organizations and their dedicated volunteers. All programs are FREE unless noted otherwise. Programs led by IRC-Certified Volunteers require pre-registration. No walk-up registrations will be permitted. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for all events. For policies of other organizations, please see the sign-up information provided.
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8 Events Found • Filtered by: Area: Red Rock Wilderness

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Take in stunning views of the surrounding hillsides and hike atop the iconic red rocks at the newly opened Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This morning hike will guide visitors through beautiful hills and...

Date:
Thu, 09/11/2025
Time:
7:00 am - 10:30 am
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
4
Distance:
7.5 miles
Minimum Age:
16
Registration:
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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Enjoy an afternoon family hike in Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will hike along a flat trail and cross a dry creek as we watch for red-tailed hawks and mule deer. The hike...

Date:
Sat, 09/13/2025
Time:
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
3.5 miles
Minimum Age:
5
Family Friendly:
Yes
Registration:
12 of 20 Spaces Left

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Come along with us on this scenic distance hike through Limestone Canyon and Red Rock Wilderness, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space.  This hike is done at a moderate moving pace of around 3 mph and may involve...

Date:
Tue, 09/16/2025
Time:
6:30 am - 11:30 am
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
5
Distance:
10 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/01/2025 at 8:00am

Saturday, September 20, 2025

PRE-REGISTRATION is REQUIRED for this event.  All participants are required to have, a printed copy or on their phone, the confirmation email to show through the window of their vehicle to drive through the entry gate. You will need the...

Date:
Sat, 09/20/2025
Time:
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
Variable
Minimum Age:
All Ages
Family Friendly:
Yes
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/05/2025 at 8:00am

PRE-REGISTRATION is REQUIRED for this event.  All participants are required to have, a printed copy or on their phone, the confirmation email to show through the window of their vehicle to drive through the entry gate. You will need the...

Date:
Sat, 09/20/2025
Time:
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
Variable
Minimum Age:
All Ages
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/05/2025 at 8:00am

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Come join us for an interactive evening under the stars.  Immerse yourself in a scaled-down version of our solar system.  Test your imagination in naming the constellations.  Reenact the struggle between Orion and the Scorpion.  The hike will average 2-3...

Date:
Sun, 09/21/2025
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
2
Distance:
3.5 miles
Minimum Age:
5
Family Friendly:
Yes
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/06/2025 at 8:00am

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Have you ever come across a mysterious track on a trail and wondered what animal made it? Was it a mountain lion? A deer? A bobcat, gray fox, or even an opossum? Where was it going—and what was it doing?...

Date:
Thu, 09/25/2025
Time:
3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
3
Distance:
2 miles
Minimum Age:
16
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/10/2025 at 8:00am

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Join us for a strenuous, extremely challenging, fast-paced, early morning cardio hike in Red Rock Wilderness part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Along the way we’ll be rewarded with panoramic views and possible wildlife sightings.  This is an...

Date:
Sat, 09/27/2025
Time:
6:30 am - 9:00 am
Where:
Red Rock Wilderness
Difficulty Rating:
5
Distance:
9 miles
Minimum Age:
18
Registration:
Registration Opens on 09/12/2025 at 8:00am