{"id":129287,"date":"2026-01-11T16:19:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T16:19:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/129287\/"},"modified":"2026-01-11T16:19:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T16:19:15","slug":"mountain-biking-and-outdoor-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/129287\/","title":{"rendered":"Mountain Biking and Outdoor Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"

Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by embarking on a mountain bike ride<\/a> in Fremont Canyon or volunteering to work on trails<\/a> in Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park.<\/p>\n

On Sunday, try a fitness hike<\/a> on a partially-paved route.<\/p>\n

This is just a handful of the many free events and activities happening throughout Orange County \u2013 funded by public tax dollars.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

CHECK OUT OUR FULL CALENDAR HERE<\/a><\/p>\n

Every week, Voice of OC reporters work hard to help residents stay connected to upcoming civic events, putting locals in a position to save tax dollars and hold leaders accountable.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You can cut through the noise every morning by reading the free Voice of OC daily email newsletter.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sign up here.<\/a><\/p>\n

You can also bookmark the Voice of OC calendar to stay ahead of key civic meetings impacting your quality of life during the week.\u00a0<\/p>\n

That same kind of watchdog reporting now fuels a vibrant weekend calendar, choc full of free public services and assets your tax dollars finance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are a few noteworthy free events happening this weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n

North Orange County<\/p>\n

Wilderness Access Day<\/p>\n

\"\"The entrance to the Gypsum Canyon Wilderness in Sept. 2024. Credit: FASHION CASTILLO, Voice of OC<\/p>\n

Explore six miles of trails in the Gypsum Canyon Wilderness on a wilderness access day<\/a>. The region features prehistoric rock formations formed 16 to 20 million years ago.<\/p>\n

Although no registration<\/a> is required, access is first-come, first-served until parking capacity is reached.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 390 South Gypsum Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92887<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at info@irconservancy.org<\/a> or visit letsgooutside.org<\/a><\/p>\n

[Read: 500 Acres of Sweeping Views in the Gypsum Canyon Wilderness<\/a>]<\/p>\n

Makerspace Open Hours<\/p>\n

\"\"The entrance to the Hangar Makerspace at the Placentia Library District on Sept. 14, 2024. Inside the makerspace, Lana Peterson, right, and her daughter Keira, left, work on a jewelry craft. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC<\/p>\n

Work on a creative project<\/a> at the Placentia Library\u2019s Hangar Makerspace, featuring various crafting projects.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 411 E. Chapman Ave., Placentia CA 92870<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (714) 528-1906<\/p>\n

[Read: A Space to Create<\/a>]<\/p>\n

Family Storytime<\/p>\n

Take the kids to sing songs and listen to stories at the Buena Park Library\u2019s family storytime<\/a>. All ages are welcome.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 7150 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, CA\u00a0 90620\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (714) 826-4100<\/p>\n

Central Orange County<\/p>\n

Mountain Bike Ride<\/p>\n

\"\"Part of the surface coal mine on the Coal Mine trail in Fremont Canyon on Oct. 27, 2024. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC<\/p>\n

Experienced mountain bikers are invited on a docent-led ride<\/a> through Fremont Canyon to a geological formation known as Lizard Rock. This mountain bike ride is 16-miles out-and back, with approximately 2,500 feet of elevation gain.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/a> is required.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: Outdoor Education Center Weir Lot, 1 Irvine Park Rd., Orange, CA 92869<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at info@irconservancy.org<\/a> or visit letsgooutside.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Gardening Talk<\/p>\n

\"\"The Westminster Branch Library on April 28, 2024. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC<\/p>\n

Gain an understanding of monthly garden maintenance<\/a> during a presentation by the UC Master Gardeners at the Westminster Library.<\/p>\n

Space is limited to a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 8180 13th St., Westminster, CA 92683<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (714) 893-5057<\/p>\n

Fitness Hike<\/p>\n

\"\"Hicks Haul Road on April 10, 2024. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC<\/p>\n

Enjoy panoramic views of Orange County on a fitness hike<\/a> through Hicks Haul Road, West Loma and Shoestring trails in Limestone Canyon.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/a> is required.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When: January 11, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 11911 Hicks Haul Rd., Irvine, CA 92602<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at info@irconservancy.org<\/a> or visit letsgooutside.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Coastal Orange County<\/p>\n

Family Art Experience<\/p>\n

Take the kids to create artwork together<\/a> at the Laguna Beach Library. Families will work on an art project using provided materials, following instruction from artists.<\/p>\n

This event occurs the second Saturday of each month into May 2026.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 363 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach, CA 92651<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (949) 497-1733\u00a0<\/p>\n

Chess Club\u00a0<\/p>\n

Children ages 7+ and teens are welcome to the Oak View Branch Library to learn to play chess<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Registration is required.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 17251 Oak Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (714) 375-5068<\/p>\n

Adult Craft Group<\/p>\n

Bring a craft project from home to work on<\/a> in the company of others at the Dana Point Library.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 33841 Niguel Rd., Dana Point, CA 92629<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (949) 496-5517<\/p>\n

South Orange County<\/p>\n

Coloring Club<\/p>\n

Adults and children are invited to color<\/a> at the Laguna Hills Library. All materials will be provided.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 25555 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Hills, CA 92653<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details, contact the library at (949) 707-2699<\/p>\n

Kids STEM Activity\u00a0<\/p>\n

Children ages 3-6 can participate in a STEM activity<\/a> creating a foam volcano at the Library of the Canyons.<\/p>\n

When: January 10, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.<\/p>\n

Where: 7531 E. Santiago Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA 92676<\/p>\n

Cost: Free<\/p>\n

For more details and to register, contact the library at (714) 649-2216<\/p>\n

If you know of a free public agency event that the Voice of OC should be aware of, send an email to etaylor@voiceofoc.org<\/p>\n

For more events, please refer to the Voice of OC Calendar.<\/p>\n

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