Activity Cards

Join us for a docent-led mountain bike ride through the Irvine Open Space Preserve. This moderate-paced mountain bike loop begins at the Bommer Canyon Trailhead. We will head out through the Bommer Meadow and move along the Shady Canyon Bikeway to Quail Hill. The route then traverses the Quail Trail, Serrano and Hogback Ridges, and ends with a descent along the Ridge Route. On days when the ride begins at Quail Hill, the ride will begin on the Quail Trail and end on the Shady Canyon bikeway.

Views of the picturesque hills of the City of Irvine Open Space abound throughout. Riders will move along a combination of bikeway, ranch roads and an intermediate level single track trail with several steep climbs and descents. Over 2100 feet of accumulated climbing elevation is experienced on this route.

Ready for a workout? Forget the gym for the day and head outside! Join us for an exhilarating morning fitness walk on the paved Hicks Haul Road. This hike allows you to choose between a 3, 6, or 8 mile route, all of which are conducted at the speed of about 3.0 to 3.5 miles per hour.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-3/4 activity on the land.

Explore the beautiful Weir Canyon and surrounding hills on this cardio hike. Along the trail, you’ll pass through coastal sage scrub, grasslands, and oak woodlands. Multiple steep climbs and descents are included. Enjoy views of Saddleback Peak and the Cleveland National Forest along the way.

Remember, this cardio hike is much faster than a walk. You must be able to hike at a average an average pace of 3.5 mph to 4 mph uphill and the entire time without stopping. Please make sure you are in excellent physical condition!