This is the perfect place for a brisk hike. If you want to hang out and get a small hike in, the areas in the front of the park are beautiful, but if you want to trek all the way from Orange to Irvine, you can do that as well.We’ve seen deer, turtles and various birds here. I guess it’s a chance to see the fun wildlife, not the scary. Then again, I’m sure Bobcat Trail go it’s name for a reason. Maybe go in a weekday if you’re into that?

Great pace for easy hikes. There are a few more difficult ones but nice place overall. Definitely bring water if it is hot out - parts of the hikes have no tree coverage and can get toasty.

If I could, I would give this place more than five stars. I didnt have time to take all of the trails but the one I did hike was breathtaking. The view at the top by the American Flag is unfathomable. Rumor has it on a very clear day you can even see the Catalina Islands from here!!! One of my friends found a little lizard while we were walking and so that definitley added to the experience.

Great hiking trail. This is a moderate level hike so bring your water, Gatorade or some nutrition bars. The view from top is really amazing. Cheers for your hike at this trail.

Really nice to get out of the house and just be in nature.Also compared to places Ive hiked in past, these trails are clearly labeled and well maintained. Also if you are on horse back, there is clean water in a few places for the horses to stop and drink which I thought was really nice of the parks system to do.

Plenty of trails. most have a good incline but there are a couple small flat ones. definitely go before its sunny because the sun bears down on the trails. Minimal birding possible. If the lot is full you can park in the neighborhood below.

My sister and I had set off to walk a trail at Irvine Park but when we arrived we found the park was closed and so we happened upon your beautiful Park we had a lovely day walking your trails. We will definitely be returning soon. Bringing picnic next time

It has so many trails to choose from. I love this place. The restroom are kept clean.

Great park full of hilly trails. There were amazing mountain bike trails everywhere. Loved the views of Irvine, Tustin amd Orange. On a clear day you can see Catalina Island and Pacific Palisades.

Great trails. Best to go early if you are planning to take the mountain goat trail. It can get pretty hot mid-day.

Its name is misleading. It should have the word trail in the name. It has a play area for little ones, a restroom, a couple public grills but it mainly has all its foot traffic for the trails. The trails are definitely a beginners trail with its wildlife. I spotted a few rabbits, some quail and plenty of birds. There are definitely coyote and racoon droppings along the trail but none of the animals were seen when I went.

Nice scenery! There are many different trails to walk and/or ride bikes. There is also a playground for the kids. I enjoyed walking through nature.

Super good place to go hiking, mountain biking and horse back riding. It has plenty variety for being so small. There are easy, medium and hard trails, so if you just want to go for a regular hike(and not kill your lungs) its the place for your. If you like crazy, adrenaline pumping bike rides you will enjoy it too. Just make sure to check the weather before you go and bring water! Bring more water if its hot!

Amazing spot for a hike/walking trail! We took our dog and she loved it. Plenty of trees, shade, room on the trail, it just keeps going and going. Went on a Saturday afternoon and it was $5 for parking.

There are great family-friendly trails. It is dog friendly too. The bathrooms and picnic areas are clean. The price for parking is reasonable. I wish there were more shady trails, but you cant have everything. We will definitely be returning here!

Perfect spot for some great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the City from high above.Apart from a couple of viewing decks you have some trails for some good hikes - perfect for a weekend getaway not too far from the city.

One of my favorite places to hike. Close to the city but give you the perfect scape to disconnect from reality. Very easy to do. Better in the afternoon at sunset time

Nice! Fun and easy hiking trails.After you park, head downwards and cross the creek by stepping on the cylinder stones. Head right and you will see a steep little wooden stair path built in the dirt. Follow the path about thirty feet.Thats where the waterfall pics are from. Cross the water path and head up trail to find a nature center. Thats the fun way.I think you can also go down the street where you park. Walk toward the park and follow a little trail by the bar b que pits, horse shoes, and picnic tables. Down to the left is a little trail that also leads to the waterfall.

Its awesome hiking trail its has easy,difficult all levels, also all hiking trail have a name and the level of hiking, very easy path. And beautiful scenic, I love this place, parking lot is not free but its a lot parking. It have a America flag at the top of yucca trail.

Beautiful trail to eather walk, run, bike or just have fun!!

A great place to go hiking in Orange County. Bring plenty of water in the summer. Its $3-5 per vehicle for parking, depending on the day of the week. Parking can fill up on busy weekends.

Santiago Oaks Regional Park includes miles of hiking, bike and equestrian trails, a creek and a Nature Center inside an old Ranch House. There is also a wonderful Wedding & Reception Facilities on site (see photos). There is a 250 year old Oak tree that was burned in a wildfire years ago that continues to live and thrive. Nature is amazing! This is a wonderful park that is peaceful and a place where you can forget that you are just minutes from home and experience nature. Stop by the Ranger Station and say Hi to the OC Parks Ranger, Staff and Volunteers that help to manage this wonderful place.

Havent been to Weir Loop in awhile (post fire). Was pleased to see most everything was back in full growth and bloom. Trail is in good condition, updated trail sign postings were nice to see. Good intermediate trail for most, even though it says difficult. Stop at the top and gaze out to see inner OC, the one without concrete, condos and cars. Amazing.

Now this hiking park was amazing because you can enjoy the trails uphill which are full of flowers which the images will speak better than a thousand words, and then once you finished going up and down the hill trails and when you think everything is pretty much over about your hiking experience, then you discovered you still got much other different trails with different sceneries to go, we did a 2.5 hour hike on this one and pretty much covered 65% of it because about 35% was closed due to fire recovery, but that 65% hike was pretty much satisfactory, oh and the parking fee it was just $5 dollars and there was about 35% parking still available, now let the images speak by themselves everything else I cant cover with so much saying, lol!

Beautiful place. There are many trials you can take. So they have many options for you, you can either take a easy trail or moderate or difficult one depends on how much you wanna work. You can bring your dog here and parking was 5 bucks. Be careful though because there are rattlesnakes and poison ivy. But we didnt see any rattlesnakes but we did see poison ivy so be careful.

Beatiful place, great views. Feels great to be up there at mountains

Nice quiet trail- probably an intermediate level because there are some hills involved. It has gotten overgrown with brush in one section, but not to the point where it actually covers the trail. There is still a fair number of people who use this trail, but I’ve never seen it crowded. Very peaceful and scenic hike, especially if you get there early. Springtime is ideal season due to all the wildflowers in bloom!

Great place for a hike with nicely marked trails.

Very shady...and you can chose your own hike as there are many trails. Each trail is labeled with its difficult. Great place to bring kids and pets.

This place has some awesome views. Be careful for rattlesnakes though. I saw two on the trail in the same day

This is a great area for hikers and mountain bikers. A very beautiful sight. Be sure to pack lots of water and check trail apps for difficulty of trails. There are signs marking most trails and though they are not exactly directional, it is usually best to ask a local whats the direction flow (youll know them when you see them, or better yet theyll know you). There are many horse riding trails as well so be on the lookout for them and their droppings.

Great place to hike. Just be careful with snakes...

Awesome for downhill mountainbiking and i am sure for hiking as well. Different level trails

Santiago Oaks part lives up its name, for sure. Multi-level trails give this park a A rating not to mention the beutiful view that extend to the city to Irvine park accords the way. Please keep in mind to stay on the trails as there are many dangers. You will get a great experience and even a view of the aqueduct dam thing. Take water.

Great trail. Haven’t been here for a long time. If you’re going mountain biking don’t park at the western lot, you’ll be walking your bike up to Robbers Roost.

This place is amazing. It has trails for all experience levels. Not much cover from the sun on the ridge trails so wear your sunscreen. This place is great for mountain bikes as well.

Awesome place to be if u know how to have fun

Grate trails, plenty of space to walk, bike, ride on horses.

***Mon-Fri 3$, sat-sun 5$, holiday is 7$.***Please wait 3-5 days after rain for trails to open and recover. The rangers close it so the trails can heal from all the water erosion, people entering while close will seriously hurt the trails for those in the future. Walking, and biking on trails while still wet isnt just dangerous for you, but it creates low spots that trap water that become bigger and bigger creating erosion of the dirt trail till eventually you have a 5 foot wide canal or gutted path. If you get hurt while trails are wet and closed, not only are you trespassing, but they cant send emergency vehicles to you and will be forced to send a helicopter. So not only will you get fined, but ur footing that bill.Go to oc parks website, parks > Santiago oaks to find more info or call office.

Great view and workout! Never gets old

Beautiful area with trails of all difficulties for any hiking type. The Historic Dam Trail here takes you somewhere beautiful I dared not post a photo of.

Lots trails. The little lake at end of one of trail is really nice. Good place to go if you are tire of stuck at home due to COVID. We went during a weekday to avoid crowd.

I come here multiple times a week and have been for years. Some trails are still closed from the fires a year and a half ago, but most of them are open and quite green now. Great for small and even long hikes or picnics.

One of my favorite places. The restroom is clean.

A nice compact park with hills and excellent scenery. Also a great place to mountain bike: not too technical, but a nice place to have a quick adventure. Its also nice that its connected to Irvine Park and Weir Canyon

Trails were great. Lots of climbing but worth the ride back down on all the hills

Best place for local mtb

BEAUTIFUL! Trails are perfectly spaced. The view were priceless.

Love this trail. Hiking is a mild workout, after that is easierIs worth the view and the experience!

Love this park!! I discovered a new beautiful trail today, even after visiting it more than 5 times.

It is a lot fun great place to mountain bike. Firs time hitting the trail. Chutes, old chutes are fun as well hawk.

Did a 30 minute hike and it was beautiful must see the historic Dam

This park heals you. Its beautiful even in fire recovery... Something about Santiago Oaks gives you a refreshed feel, like having gone on a mini vacation. ️

Beautiful sceneries from dry desert to rich greeanland also high altitudes. Just remember your in the wild and must respect it.

Beautiful dam and hiking trails. Family friendly.

Totally worth paying a couple bucks to explore this beautiful area. However, there seems to be a battle between horses and bikes here. The majority of the trails permit bikes and horses. The bikes go so fast they spook the horses, and everybody yells at one another... Maybe designate certain areas for each, and/or even certain days/times!?

A great place to hike or walk. They have different trails to choose from. It costs to park there. Dont forget to get a trail guide when you come it. Some easy trails, some harder ones. We did the easier ones. Theres a good amount of shade throughout the trials... but still a decent amount of sun so wear sunscreen!

Best place to mountain bike in OC. Feels like a bike park. Tons of trails. Gets pretty packed on the weekends

Good and pretty. Trees and hills, $3 per auto

The trails are good workout not too intense)3 on weekday and $5 on weekends

Went here for mountain biking, and it was awesome. So beautiful, and tons of trails for people at all levels. Ill be back soon for sure.

Great hiking spot. Im the sun though.. no shade

Scenes arent too great but over all a great hiking area

We took the kids out for a hike this past weekend, it was our first time and we were tempted by the option of a short kid friendly hike. Its a nice park and for a weekend, we were pleasantly surprised that there werent more people here. We make it to the dam area, kids saw a few turtles and fish. Im hoping its just the time of year (and lack of any recent rainfall) but the water was a little murky looking. The Nature Center hike was quick (great for the kids). We did see a small snake...yikes!

Lovely place, good hike

If you love no like Love mountain bike this is the place to go my favorite place

Always love these trails. Never get bored with the challenges.

Whether you like to hike, MTN bike, or horse bike ride. This park is for you. Ive been MTN biking these trails for years and get enough of them. Walking and riding distance from Irvine Park.

I love the trails its my favorite place

Great trails well maintained, lots of shade and helpful staff.

It is a wonderful place to walk, run or bike.

Beautiful park, lots of trails, great for hiking and mountain biking.

Love hiking trails and views

Its a beautiful place to come walk your dogs or go for a hike. They have trails that are easy, moderate, and difficult. I did all of them. Would recommend for a good workout.

Wonderful park in the heart of Coconut Grove. The park is clean and very amble with walk paths, on the water, and let friendly. The park has a large parking lot and also has a resident which is the fresh lemonade truck. The kids and adults loves the lemonade especially after a long hot day. The park also has sections that offer workout routines. The park looks great even after hurricane Irma got to it back in September. Another perk is that the park has very clean bathrooms for men and woman.

Ive been to about six hiking tràils.Thìs place is my favorite place.

Exelent place to spend time with the family, a lot of trails to hike !!

Great hiking Place ideal for dogs dogs are able to walk on path. There are several trails and a lot to see exotic. There are some steep hills but they dont last long there are some gradual incline and you have option for both a bit Rocky the view at the top is beautiful they have a rattlesnake warning some trails are closed due to fire Rehabilitation but it is still great to visit as theres a lot of trails still open great in the cooler weather wear your sunblock if going in hotter heat.Parking is $5.

Beautiful lots of easy trails to follow. Some areas closed from fire damage.

So peaceful! Perfect for grounding oneself.

Great park much to explore

Beautiful but no one wears masks

My body is telling nooooo.....but my mind is telling me yea

First they tell you trails are mostly open. Then you learn otherwise. Still a great place for a run or a picnic.

Great place to hike many different trails. There are some areas that are closed off sue to fires earlier this year. Beautiful place . Highly recomend it

Beautiful park with easy and also some very difficult trails. Lots of mountain biking. Dog friendly.

Santiago Oaks is a great place to go for a very natural feel. It offers many trails with easy to challenging intensity. A GREAT place for the entire family.

I have to admit that having just gotten into habitual hiking I have no place in suggesting what is good or what is bad for seasoned hikers looking for a serious challenge, thus my review is from said perspective. From my perspective this is a wonderful area to bring people of all ages to enjoy nature, and even a strenuous hike if you so desire.There are so many trails out here that I have returned three times and still have way more to see. My favorite trail so far was Mountain Goat, the view over the lush green valley from up top is to die for.I will be returning here, over and over, until I complete every trail the area has to offer.

If you want to see what orange county is supposed to look like, GO HERE. You have to hike to see the beautiful holling hills that used to be all around orange county.It is awesome to see this is still close to as nature intended it.

A great place to get lost as long as you bring plenty of water and food...oh and dont get hurt in the middle of the place like my friend did making us have to hike out and get him to a hospital...fortunately, we were less than a mile from one of the many ways in/out.

This is a great park for hikers, bikers and equestrians. With a network of trails around the base, along the ridges and up the sides this park has a bit of everything. Its a very popular spot for mountain bikers so be sure to watch out and make yourself visible. The park bottoms out into Irvine regional park and has a trail into Weir canyon on the north side. There are other street access points as well. Parking at Irvine regional costs money.

Park is very neat and clean Very nice after all the rain, everything is green. Its a nice park that is well maintained. It is a lot fun great place to mountain bike.

We had an hour walk on trails in the park, it is very nice and easy trails to hike and also beautiful. I recommend this park to anybody.

Great biking trails

I love riding oaks, its a perfect mountain bike playground! But, I noticed one major problem our American Flag is ripped!! How can we replace it?

Beautiful place to hike and explore !

Just came for a hike. Next time Im bringing the MTB.

Great hiking and biking getaway in the hills, just minutes outside the city. Multiple trail options. Not much shade once youre away from the creek. Bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Parking $3 on weekdays. Restrooms uphill from parking lot. Nature center was closed during visit.

Parked at AH elementary school,great day for a 5mile hike.

We went today and it was very nice