OAK CANYON NATURE CENTER
6700 East Walnut Canyon Road, Anaheim, CA 92807 DIRECTIONS
Since 1973
Here’s The Deal:
Oak Canyon Nature Center is a 58-acre nature reserve located in the hills of Anaheim. A year-round stream goes through the park. It has more than 4 miles (6 km) of trails for hikers. They can enjoy four miles of hiking trails across one of the few remaining oak forest areas and coastal sage scrub in their region. The Nature Center is a beautiful place to learn about the natural world's wonders in a peaceful setting. Take a walk down the stream trail or explore more of the trails for a more serious workout. Visit their interpretive center with live animals, usually open on weekends and during special programs. Oak Canyon Nature Center also has group and school tours which a professional staff naturalist leads. It is 1.5 hours tour that includes a nature hike, museum visit, and live animal demonstration.
SPECIALTY:
Hiking, Nature Trails, Outdoor Activities, Summer Camp Programs, Walking, Parks, Groups and Self-Guided Tours, Reservoir, Stream, Landscape, Forests, Wildlife Areas, Waterfalls, Educational Programs & interpretive center
Price: Group & School Tour fees:
Adult: $4
Participant: $6
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CARBON CANYON REGIONAL PARK
4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea, Anaheim, CA 92823 DIRECTIONS
Since 1975
Here’s The Deal:
Carbon Canyon Regional Park is a well-renowned hiking area in Anaheim. The park has a 124-acre regional park. Among 124 acres, 60 acres have been created, with large grassy picnic areas, sports facilities such as backstops and lighted tennis courts, and a 4-acre lake with two fishing piers. The undeveloped area includes a trail that leads to Orange County's only redwood grove, which spans three acres of majestic Coastal Redwoods. Carbon Canyon Regional Park has the adventure for some hikers, bird watchers, and other amateur naturalists. Visitors can also take Naturalist-guided tours throughout the year. The trail is easy enough even for the seniors.
SPECIALTY:
Hiking, Walking, Forests, Parks, Fishing platforms, Nature, Hours, Outdoor shelters, Playgrounds, Tennis, and Volleyball courts & Man-Made Lake
Price: Parking Fees:
Mon-Fri: $3
Sat & Sun: $5
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ANAHEIM HILLS RIDING AND WALKING TRAIL
6984 East Overlook Terrace, Anaheim, CA 92807 DIRECTIONS
Here’s The Deal:
Anaheim Hills Riding and Walking Trail is a series of regional parks located in Anaheim. The park has a great mix of riverfront paths, nature trails, wooded paths, and some trail running choices in the hilly canyons. The trail has immediate and expansive views, with Sierra Peak to the north and the Santa Ana Mountains to the south. The grade is perfect for hiking, running or biking, and bicyclists. Anaheim Hills Riding and Walking Trail provides large and open space for walking, hiking, and jogging on these trails. The trail can be accessed from multiple connections to the neighborhood off Serrano Road.
SPECIALTY:
Hiking, Views, Wildflowers, Hills, Multiple Paths, Trails, Walking & Jogging