An Adventure in Trabuco Canyon – Part 1
I am writing a series of posts on Trabuco Canyon because it is so diverse, beautiful and entertaining all at the same time. I want to share the information and photographs. Trabuco Canyon is located in Orange County.
Trabuco Canyon is a small unincorporated area in eastern Orange County which is located in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. Trabuco Canyon is located north of Rancho Santa Margarita, and part of the area is within the Cleveland National Forest. Trabuco Canyon is a beautiful area, and there is an area where off roaders can enjoy the out of doors. I have been up to Trabuco Canyon before, but yesterday was amazing.
From four wheeling, motorcycle riding, hiking, mountain biking, and photography, it is a place where you can enjoy your day. There is a creek that runs through this one off road area of Trabuco Canyon, and due to the rainfall we have had over the past winter, it is incredibly green and the creek is definitely flowing with beautiful waterfalls through out. There are hiking trails as well. Families had day camps set up with tables right along the creek.
You do need some type of off road vehicle to explore this area of Trabuco Canyon. While we did see some conventional automobiles, I am not so sure it would be that comfortable of a ride, or good for the car!
There is so much area to explore the beautiful water through out Trabuco Canyon. We drove in approximately four miles to the end of the road, and parked. From there we hiked in about another mile or so to explore. You do need to be prepared, water, etc. Cell phones don’t have service in the area though. It is interesting because there are some homes off the road as well, and I was curious about utilities, however we did see satelite dishes on top of these houses. I suppose the people who reside in this area must really like seclusion.
There are maps of the trails, and there is so much to explore in Trabuco Canyon. Be cautious of the poison oak, and there is definitely wild life that exists in the Cleveland National Forest.
It is required that you pay before you enter Cleveland National Forest (909) 736-1811. The fee is $5 you can obtain a day pass at Trabuco Canyon General Store (714) 858-1711.
