Peters Canyon Regional Park
Orange, CA
Parking $3–$5
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.7(51 Google reviews)
What parents say
AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
Paid parking at the main entrance, with restrooms at the ranger station and none out on the trails. Reviewers say the gravel is firm enough to push a stroller but the easy loop is not truly accessible. Little shade, so go early. Trails close after rain, when the dirt turns to mud.
Loop a reservoir alive with waterfowl on mostly flat trails — a satisfying nature outing close to town with real wildlife to spot. The 55-acre Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir anchors a 340-acre park where black willows and sycamores line the water and mule deer, bobcats, and red-tailed hawks are regularly seen along the trails. The East Ridge View Trail climbs just enough to open up a panoramic view over the whole canyon before looping back down.
Good for
- Ages 10+
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8548 Canyon View Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA
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What visitors say
- K Le★★★★★
Two stars because this is not an accessible park as described online. I get that regional parks can be hilly but at least have 1 trail for all people. There’s a ton of spots for disabled parking, but no trail is truly accessible. They certainly could have the means to make a flat trail. While the gravel is compact enough to push a stroller, see this photo here of the “easy” trail. Nothing about this trail is easy for someone with limited mobility.
4 months ago
- Dong Xu★★★★★
Good trails for families, easy notrth loop abd difficult east edge trails. You can take the trail to your needs. A lot of parking places. Round trip can be around 2.7 miles to 5.8 miles, inclines of 2° to around 15° rolling hills, long hill climbs, many rest area with benches and delightful picturesque sceneries. Great for bike riders, joggers runners hikes and walks. Pet friendly with leash. This trail can extend towards the north, Irvine park or to the south towards the river paths in Irvine. Water station is great! BLUE SKy, good Sunshine, Mountain View's, you can see the other side of building in Irvine, which is far far away, enjoy!
a year ago
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