The Best Hiking in Irvine
Looking for the best hiking in Irvine? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Irvine. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top hiking spots in and near Irvine
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Irvine, California
Woodbridge Trail
1.66 mi / 118 ft gainWoodbridge Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Shady Canyon Trail
7.9 mi / 597 ft gainShady Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Hike the Quail Loop Trail
1.8 mi / 144 ft gainThis trail is great for families and for trail runners. There are many side trails that jut out from this loop, so the Quail Loop is also a perfect warm-up for trail runners looking for a longer route. There is very little shade on this trail, so early morning or late afternoon is the perfect tim...Read more -
Irvine, California
Explore the Turtle Rock Trail
1.6 mi / 413 ft gainThe view from the top is amazing, with ocean views to the West and mountain views to the North. This is a great location for a picnic lunch or a sunset picnic dinner. After sunset, the skyline twinkles with city lights. It is recommended to park near the tennis courts. The trail remains open yea...Read more -
Irvine, California
Quail Trail and Serano Ridge Viewpoint
12.36 mi / 1572 ft gainQuail Trail and Serano Ridge Viewpoint is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Turtle Rock Trail
1.44 mi / 253 ft gainTurtle Rock Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Shady Canyon Loop via Quail Hill Community Park
13.56 mi / 1762 ft gainShady Canyon Loop via Quail Hill Community Park is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Newport Beach, California
Back Bay Loop Trail
2.9 mi / 177 ft gainBack Bay Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Newport Beach, California.Read more -
Newport Beach, California
Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve Loop
5.27 mi / 207 ft gainUpper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Newport Beach, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Bommer Canyon Trail
4.57 mi / 771 ft gainBommer Canyon Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Bommer Canyon and Deer Canyon Loop
8.41 mi / 1260 ft gainBommer Canyon and Deer Canyon Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Turtle Ridge to West Fork to East Fork Loop
11.37 mi / 2047 ft gainTurtle Ridge to West Fork to East Fork Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Bommer Canyon East Fork Loop
3.16 mi / 617 ft gainBommer Canyon East Fork Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Irvine, California
Hicks Canyon Trail
4.04 mi / 174 ft gainHicks Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Irvine, California.Read more -
Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach Back Bay Trail
4.010.62 mi / 499 ft gainThe Newport Beach Back Bay Trail features beautiful wildflowers and is open for use year round. Very minimal elevation gain makes this hike food for all skill levels, but be mindful of the distance. Dogs are allowed on the trail but must be kept on leash. Cooling sea breezes make this one of th...Read more -
Tustin, California
Tustin Branch Trail
2.8 mi / 89 ft gainTustin Branch Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Tustin, California.Read more