Aliso & Wood Canyon Wilderness Park
Approximately 4,500 acres of wilderness and natural open space land. Originally, part of the Juaneno or Acajchemem tribal land, it later was owned by Don Juan Avila, Louis Moulton, The Mission Viejo Company and now is under the jurisdiction of OC Parks. Within the park lands are mature oaks, sycamores, and elderberry trees, two year round streams and more than 30 miles of official trails. Many rare and endangered plants and animals make this park their home. This park is designated as a wildlife sanctuary. (Accessed 12/12/2022 https://ocparks.com/alisowood)
This cache is located along the Also Creek Trail designated as EASY
Park Hours - 7:00 am to sunset
Dogs - Dogs are allowed along the Ridge Trail only. Dogs are NOT allowed in the heart of the park.
Bicycles- allowed but NO E- BIKES - rangers do patrol to enforce
Trails may be closed for three days or more following rain. Check if the park is open at https://ocparks.com/alisowood
Parking - $3.00 Fee or an Annual Pass for OC Parks or free parking along Awma Rd - use the waypoint