Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email with specific directions to the reserved offsite parking areas. Please note that parking is limited so carpooling is strongly encouraged.

Yes, there is no charge for the hikes and equestrian rides.

OCTA does not provide horses. Attendees who wish to bring their own horse via trailer must notify OCTA during registration in order to be properly accommodated.

Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email which will include a brief description of the amenities/facilities available at each OCTA Wilderness Preserve. There are no bathrooms on any of the Preserves, but there are bathrooms close to the parking areas.

Hikers are encouraged to wear hats, light-colored pants, and hiking/tennis shoes. It is important to stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun and heat with proper clothing and sunblock.

Bottled water and light refreshments will be available from OCTA staff for all Wilderness Preserve hikes.

Various wildlife is on the OCTA Wilderness Preserves and can be unpredictable, so always stay on the trail and be aware of your surroundings. On the Trabuco Rose and Wren's View Preserves, wildlife includes rattlesnakes, bobcats, coyotes, deer, and mountain lions. On the Pacific Horizon Preserve, wildlife includes bobcats and rattlesnakes.

Pets are not permitted on any of the OCTA Wilderness Preserves hikes or equestrian rides.

Bikes, strollers or wagons are not allowed on any of the OCTA Wilderness Preserves hikes or equestrian rides.

All equestrian riders and Wren’s View and Pacific Horizon Preserve hikers must be age 12 or over. Trabuco Rose hikers may be age 8 or over, and hikers on the Annual Family Hike may be any age. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The tour guides will evaluate the group and set the pace. Please note that at any point you may ask to rest or leave the hike or equestrian ride. There are no sitting areas on the OCTA Wilderness Preserves. There is some shade on the Trabuco Rose Preserve, but no shade on the Pacific Horizon and Wren's View Preserves.

No smoking will be permitted on any of the OCTA Wilderness Preserves.

Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email which will include a brief description of the route/distance of each OCTA Wilderness Preserve. The hikes at the Trabuco Rose and Wren's View Preserves are considered moderate and last approximately one hour, and the hike on the Pacific Horizon Preserve is considered moderate to strenuous and lasts about two hours.

All hikes and equestrian rides are docent-led, group events.

Yes, all attendees must fill out and sign a liability waiver in order to participate in any OCTA Wilderness Preserve hikes or equestrian rides.

Yes, dates and times are subject to change at OCTA’s discretion due to high wind advisories, rain, or muddy conditions.