Near San Diego Creek Trail
looking out over the water.
Near San Diego Creek Trail
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San Diego Creek Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A great addition to any long hike.
10.7
mi
Distance
221
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Less CrowdedRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
10.67mi
Distance
221ft
Elevation Gain
71ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
214ft
High Point
10ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
If there is one thing the Irvine area is not short on, it's paved trails. Depending on where you start, this either comes off the Back Bay Loop Trail or you can access on the other side of the 405 from the Irvine Spectrum Center. On this trail, you hike through industrial areas, neighborhoods, and even the edges of the university campus. As with other trails in the area, keep a watch for cyclists--but enjoy the solitude and the views you get along the way.

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Contributors
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