The Best Mountain Biking in Laguna Beach

There a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and most are excellent for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. A classic out-and-back (with many options for loops) begins in Irvine Bowl Park at the en...

There a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and most are excellent for trail running, hiking, and mountain biking. A classic out-and-back (with many options for loops) begins at the end of Dartmoor Street ...

There a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and are quite popular for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. A great mountain biking loop begins in Emerald Canyon at the end of Emerald Canyon Road an...

Beginning at Alta Laguna Park at Top of the World, the West Ridge Trail is a popular starting (and ending) point for adventures into the Laguna Coast Wilderness, leading to trails and areas like Car Wreck, Big Bend, and Willow Canyon. You can also do it in reverse from the north. The ridge itself...

There are numerous ways to incorporate the Car Wreck trail into a larger loop through the Laguna Coast Wilderness and Aliso Canyon Park, but a common route is to begin at Alta Laguna Park at "Top of the World" in Laguna Beach. Take the West Ridge Trail .5 miles, bearing right onto the marked Car...

West Ridge Trail, Lynx, and Cholla Trails is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Niguel, California.

Rock-It Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California

Big Bend, Bommer Ridge, Willow Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.

The Big Bend Loop Trail is easily accessible from Laguna Beach. As you get to the top of the first climb, you will be rewarded with views of the Pacific. Once at the top you get sweeping vistas of canyons, hills and the ocean. The trail is open year-round.  There is a parking fee of $3. Bring lot...

Big Bend, Bommer Ridge and Laguna Ridge Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.

No Name Ridge to El Morro Canyon Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.

To get to the trailhead, enter Crystal Cove State Park through the Crystal Cove El Moro Campground entrance immediately next to El Moro Elementary School. Follow the road behind the school which leads to the main gate where you will need to pay a day-use parking fee of $15. Drive past the Campgr...

El Moro Canyon to Moro Ridge Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Laguna Beach, California.

Aliso Creek Trail is an out and back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Lake Forest, California.

The trail features a waterfall and is open year-round, but is best used in the spring. Remember to bring $15 cash for the parking fee. The Laguna Beach trail is shared by trail runners, mountain bikers, hikers, and the occasional horseback rider. Dogs are not allowed in Crystal Cove State Park. 

Rattlesnake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you past great forest setting located near Laguna Beach, California