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Santiago Creek Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A 5.5-mile multi-use path connecting North Cannon Street and the eastern end of Irvine Regional Park
5.4
mi
Distance
302
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family Friendly

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.39mi
Distance
302ft
Elevation Gain
97ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
607ft
High Point
400ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This path starts at North Cannon Street, heads east through Santiago Oaks Regional Park, then turns south and extends the length of Irvine Regional Park. There is a gentle climb across the length of the trail. The trail begins as a doubletrack but narrows once within the boundaries of the regional parks. Here the path is commonly shaded by oak trees. This is a multi-use trail, so all hikers should be aware of the right-of-way rules, their surroundings, and other users. Thanks to John McKinney, The Trailmaster, for sharing this trail description. To learn more about trails in California, check out his guides at The Trailmaster Store.

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