It has grown on me!: 04/2022

The Summit of Aliso Peak

This month, my husband and I have decided to go to Aliso Peak to enjoy hiking. We found this trail in the book, 50 Hikes in Orange County, which I purchased to enjoy Orange County hikes.

Tips for Walking on Aliso Peak Trail and Toovet Trail.
・Apply sunscreen on entire body.
・Wear sunglasses and hat.
・Drink water often.
・You can bring your dogs.
・It's moderately easy trails.

・There are a number of picnic tables.

My Aliso Peak Waking Summary (UA MapMyWalk App)

Aliso Peak Trail and Toovet Trail (UA MapMyWalk App)

When I go hiking, I use Under Armour MapMyWalk App to track my walk. 😉

Aliso Peak Trail and Toovet Trail (UA MapMyWalk App)

Parking

It was very easy to find a parking space along the street, Talavera Dr.

The Grass of Seaview Park and Talavera Dr

View from Seaview Park

After parking, I was amazed at the view from Seaview Park.

View from Seaview Park

Trail Hour

November 1st through February 28th : 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

March 1st through October 31st : 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Aliso Peak Trail

Aliso Peak Trail

Seaview Park

The trail starts from the west end of Seaview Park.

Aliso Peak Trail

It was a very quiet trail. At the beginning of this hiking, we didn't see any people there. Seriously, I asked my husband what we would do if we encountered a mountain lion. (Later, we saw few hikers there.)

Aliso Peak Trail

There are some picnic benches you can sit and relax. You can enjoy beautiful views of canyon and Aliso Beach located in Laguna Beach.

View from Aliso Peak Trail

Then, we went down the narrow steeply downhill. It was short but really challenging for us, so you'd better to wear reliable hiking shoes or sneakers in order not to slip.

The Views from Aliso Peak Trail

Then, you will see many luxury houses along the street, St Tropez, on your left.

The Views from Aliso Peak Trail

On your right, you will see the golf course of the Ranch at Laguna Beach and beautiful beaches.

The Views from Aliso Peak Trail

Aliso Peak Trail

We walked toward the top of Aliso Peak.

Aliso Peak Trail

We kept hiking on Aliso Peak trail, which is easy one. Valido trail is difficult one.

Aliso Peak Trail

Toovet trail and Aliso Peak trail are easy. We kept going up toward the summit of Aliso Peak.

Aliso Peak Trail

We went up these railroad-tie steps to the top of Aliso Peak.

Aliso Peak Trail

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

The Summit of Aliso Peak

When you get the summit of Aliso Peak, you will be rewarded with amazing views. There are a bench you can sit and take the view. You might watch whales and dolphins from there.

The View from the Summit of Aliso Peak

Aliso Peak Trail

The View from Aliso Peak Trail

Laguna Beach

Aliso Peak Trail and Toovet Trail

Then, we decided to try this easy Toovet Trail, a quarter-mile path that goes around Aliso Peak.

Toovet Trail

The View from Toovet Trail

From the Toovet Trail, you will see many incredibly expensive houses in Laguan Beach.

The View from Toovet Trail

Then, we went back, and we were still able to enjoy the view of Laguna Beach from the trail.

The View from Toovet Trail

The Seaview Park

There were some adorable wild rabbits and squirrels on the grass of the Seaview Park.

We really enjoyed hiking on Aliso Peak Trail and Toovet Trail. I can say that it was one of the most beautiful hike in Orange County. Someday, I will try Valido Trail, which is difficult one.