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Nix Nature Center
New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem. This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]
Willow Staging Area
Please be aware this is a Fitness Hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile. Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers to raise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast paced 6-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with a 1,150-ft. elevation gain. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes […]
Nix Nature Center
Small moments of connection with nature are sometimes the most powerful. Join OC Park naturalists are we learn how to be present with nature and celebrate the small moments and wonders. We will end the program by making little nature picture magnets. Age: 12 years and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or […]
10 Phillips Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
If you use the Wilderness Parks for hiking, biking, photography or just relaxing, Trail Work might be right up your alley! Get up close and personal with the trails you use; you’ll see them in a whole new way. No experience necessary. This is FUN hard work. Whatever your skill level is, there is a […]
Nix Nature Center
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks at one of our habitat restoration stewardship events in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park as we learn and work together to create a healthier habitat for the native plants and wildlife that call the canyon their home. Depending on the time of year, volunteers will assist with various stewardship […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Do you want to unplug and relax in nature? Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers on a guided walk to experience the outdoors in a new way and allow your natural sense of wonder to take you to a mindful space outside. We will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]
James Dilley Preserve
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists in partnership with OC Parks to enjoy an easy, 2.5-mile Family Hike over moderate but uneven terrain (45-ft. elevation gain). Starting at the James Dilley Preserve, we will hike one of the most diverse areas of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park to Barbara’s Lake and back. Age: 6 or older. […]
Canyon View – Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Explore Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park with OC Parks and Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers, where you might see deer, bobcats, and hawks. Learn about acorn woodpeckers – the hippies of the bird world – and the wonderful ways of woodrats, as well as the peculiar nature of certain plants. Enjoy wildlife sounds, smells, and […]
Nix Nature Center
Please be aware that this is a Fitness Hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile. Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers to raise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, fast paced 7.2-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with a 1,150-ft. elevation gain. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early. This group […]
Nix Nature Center
Join OC Park Naturalists as we explore the native plants of the Coastal Sage Scrub ecosystem! We will learn about how the native plants are connected to other parts of the ecosystem, historical uses of the plants, and we will end by making our own native plant tea to drink. Note: Laguna Coast Wilderness Park […]
Del Mar Ave. & Balboa Ave. Intersection
Join tens of thousands of fellow outdoor lovers across the country on National Trails Day who are taking care of the trails that take care of us! If you use the Wilderness Parks for hiking, biking, photography or just relaxing, Trail Work might be right up your alley! Get up close and personal with the […]
10 Phillips Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Come Grow with us at the LCF Nursery! Gain hands-on experience of native plant care, from the seedling to mature, ready-to-plant stage. As a volunteer, you’ll play a key role in all aspects of the nursery, including seed collecting, sowing, transplanting, and general plant care. You’ll also learn about our native habitat directly from our […]
Nix Nature Center
Come join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteer naturalists in partnership with OC Parks Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Naturalists to explore the beauty and diversity of Little Sycamore Canyon Trail, Serrano Ridge, Camarillo Canyon, and Stagecoach South Trail in Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. This will be a moderately paced, 4.8-mile hike over some steep and uneven terrain with approximately 1,150 feet of […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Join Laguna Canyon Foundation and OC Parks during our habitat restoration stewardship events in Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park as we learn and work together to create a healthier home for the native plants and wildlife that call this area their home. Depending on the time of year, volunteers will assist with various stewardship […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Join OC Park and Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers for a bilingual nature hike through the scenic trails of Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. This guided, 3-mile hike on Aliso Creek Trail East with 150 ft. of elevation gain invites participants to explore the natural world in both English and Spanish, fostering connection, curiosity, and community. Together we […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Please be aware this is an Advanced Fitness Hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile. Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers to raise your heart rate and your spirits on this very strenuous, fast paced 8-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain, including 730 ft. of elevation gain in 0.6 miles […]
Nix Nature Center
New to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park? Whether you’re a volunteer, a new hiker, or simply curious about this wild and beautiful landscape, join us for a welcoming orientation hike that will help you get your bearings—both on the trails and in the ecosystem. This guided hike is designed to introduce you to key landmarks, trail connections, scenic viewpoints, and the […]
Ridge Park, Laguna Coast Wilderness, Newport Coast
Please be aware this is a Fitness Hike and not for beginners; the pace is approximately a 19-minute mile. Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers to raise your heart rate and your spirits on this strenuous, moderately paced 6.6-mile hike over steep and uneven terrain with a 1,200-ft. elevation gain. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes […]
James Dilley Preserve
Join OC Park naturalists for story time and short hike with your little ones (ages 3-6) as we explore honeybees! We will even get to try some honey! Age: 3-6 year olds. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Location: James Dilley Preserve, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (I-5 or 405 south to 133 south to […]
Nix Nature Center
Come learn about and enjoy the wonderful colors here at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park before making your own plant dyed bandanas using hammers. Age: 12 years and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Location: Nix Nature Center, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach 92651, West side of Laguna Canyon Rd/SR-133). Parking: […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources. Earn yourself an Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park Jr. Ranger Badge by completing […]
10 Phillips Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Do you dig plants? If so, join Laguna Canyon Foundation for a morning of creating healthier habitats at the 18-acre Berns Canyon Preserve! LCF volunteers and staff will work together on various stewardship activities, including hand-weeding non-native plants, hand watering, seed collection, and planting. No experience is necessary, and all are welcome to come learn […]
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Insects are the most diverse group of animals on Planet Earth and make up 80% of all known species. There are more kinds of bugs than all the other types of animals combined! Join OC Parks naturalists on a family-friendly trek around Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park to learn all about these amazing animals […]
Troy Lee Designs
Raise a glass to trail stewardship at the 6th Annual Laguna Canyon Foundation Ales and Trails Fundraiser, in partnership with Troy Lee Designs! Celebrate the trails we all love with great drinks, free tacos, live music, community, and an exciting silent auction, all while helping protect and preserve Laguna Canyon’s incredible wildlands and trail systems. Location: Troy […]
Nix Nature Center
Do you want to unplug and relax in nature? Join Laguna Canyon Foundation Volunteers on a guided walk to experience the outdoors in a new way and allow your natural sense of wonder to take you to a mindful space outside. We will walk less than 1 mile on relatively flat terrain and take stops along the way to engage in playful […]