Pleasant, 475-acre park with several miles of trails nestled among a grove of heritage Oak and Sycamore trees. Small pond. Combination of paved and dirt pathways. Best bet for an easy-to- follow longer run is the 4-mile equestrian loop. Other good options are the 3.2 mile Horseshoe Loop Trail, which has a nice scenic overlook at its northern end, and the 1.3 mile Road Runner loop, which heads toward Santiago Oaks Regional Park, which has several miles of more rugged trails.
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Essentials
- Multiple paths and loop options
- Multiple parking areas. Park entrance off Irvine Park Rd.
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Orange, US
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