Hiking the Ladera Ridge

Are you looking to go off the beaten path, while still remaining in civilization? This 4 mile hike over Ladera Ridge in Orange County may be for you.

12 Mile Run in Ladera Hills – Arroyo Trabuco Trail

I set out on the Arroyo Trabuco Trail, which is a 16 mile long trail along Aliso Creek in Ladera Ranch, CA. The trail terminates at O'neil Park, in Trabuco Canyon, within the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. There are actually two trails, one along each side of the creek. Depending on how high the water level is, there are a few possible spots to cross it, and reach the other side of the trail. The alternative is to cross via the bridge at Crown Valley Parkway, or Oso Parkway.