
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park (26701 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610) sits right on Lake Forest's doorstep — the Borrego parking lot is listed by OC Parks at that address. The park covers nearly 2,500 acres of coastal sage scrub and oak woodland in the Saddleback foothills, with trails ranging from the gentle Borrego Canyon loop to the demanding Red Rock Canyon climb. Group hikes, trail running clubs, and school nature programs all use the park regularly.
OC Parks lists daily parking at $3 and says dogs are not permitted, so groups should budget for the lot and leave pets behind before heading to the trailhead. Call ahead to confirm group access and any seasonal trail closures.
Address: 26701 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
Phone: (949) 923-2245



















