

You must order before 12pm for our 1-2 business day(s) express and 2-3 business days standard shipping.1-2 business day(s) express and 2-3 business days standard delivery is from dispatch from our warehouse. There may be occasions such as a stock availability issue or high orders volumes where your delivery may not arrive within 5 working days. Typically orders are taking between 1-3 working days to be dispatched. Suki Reed is president of the Orange County Hiking Club.We want to make sure that your parcel gets to you and your pet as quickly as possible. Join the club for details and to RSVP (space is limited) at Membership is free. Next dates for this hike by the OC Hiking Club: Explore this hike on your own, or with the Orange County Hiking Club on Dec.4 and 5. As a result of the moisture, there is lush vegetation and ferns growing in the adjacent area.

The name Dripping Cave came from the water which seeps through the rocks and cave walls and drips at certain times of the year. Because of the beauty of the area, robbers often stayed for an extended vacation of sorts, and soot from fires still mark the cave’s ceiling. Something notable about the hike: The trails goes to “Dripping Cave” also known as Robber’s Cave, which is an overhanging rock shelter that was a favorite hideout for robbers to raid stage coaches traveling from San Diego to Los Angeles. This area closes at dusk and is closed for 48 hours after a rain. Be aware of your surroundings.īest time to do the hike: Good for year-round hiking 75 percent of this hike is under trees and shade, thus it is cool on hot days. Possible dangers along the way: The area is a rattlesnake habitat, and the trail is shared by hikers, runners, equestrians and mountain bikers. Running water in the creeks adds a beautiful cooling effect throughout the hike. Vistas and special sights: Clear days allow wood canyon views of Aliso creeks, and mountain views on the west ridge are spectacular.

This park is designated as a wildlife sanctuary.Īnimals you might encounter along the way: Deer, rabbits, and an assortment of birds including cranes and roadrunners are seen on the trail hawks and turkey vultures circle overhead. Many rare and endangered plants and animals make this park their home. Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended.įlora, fauna, bushes you might see along the way: The landscape is filled with mature oaks, sycamores, and elderberry trees, two year-round streams and more than 30 miles of official trails. Layers of clothing, such as a windbreaker or extra long sleeve shirt are advisable as the wind can pick up or a marine layer can move in. GPS map link: /activity/21622897Īmount of water needed what food to take and what to wear: Hikers should always carry at least 1 liter of water and snacks. The entry to the trailhead is at the back of Canyon View Park. Turn left on Canyon Vistas Drive, and the park will be on your left side. From Interstate 5 take the Alicia exit and go to Pacific Park Drive, turn right on Pacific Park and go up to Canyon Vistas. Trailhead and directions: The main entrance of Canyon View Park is at the intersection of Canyon Vistas and Silkwood streets of Aliso Viejo. Distance doesn’t matter, the real joy is how much I connect with nature and enrich my inner world.” He says, “Now I hike 25 to 30 miles a week, however, for me hiking is a spiritual experience. Harish has spent most of his life trekking and camping in India including the Himalayas. He was born, raised and lived most of his life in India and has lived in the United States for more than 10 years. The OC Hiking Club hike organizer: Harish Jani of Mission Viejo works as a research associate for a disinfectants manufacturing company and has a master’s degree in agricultural sciences.
