OC's Grand Canyon: a 150-foot sandstone gorge called The Sinks, on the Limestone Canyon hike. Permit required through OC Parks. Plan ahead or you won't get in.
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This area was used for cattle grazing from the 1800s until 2010 when it was turned into a park. This photo, with Saddleback Mountain in the background, is from 1892.
Follow the wide old ranching road.
From the Augustine Staging area, start hiking down the Limestone Canyon Trail.
Under certain circumstances, some trails can be closed. Please print the map at home or save it to your phone before leaving. Cell reception in the park is spotty.
Limestone Canyon is well-marked, with trail signs at all the trail junctions.
You’ll be able to see lots more on a docent-led group hike. They point out animals, plant species, fossils, bones, and anything else interesting. They’ll also be there to answer any questions.
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Follow the wide old ranching road.
From the Augustine Staging area, start hiking down the Limestone Canyon Trail.
Under certain circumstances, some trails can be closed. Please print the map at home or save it to your phone before leaving. Cell reception in the park is spotty.
Limestone Canyon is well-marked, with trail signs at all the trail junctions.
You’ll be able to see lots more on a docent-led group hike. They point out animals, plant species, fossils, bones, and anything else interesting. They’ll also be there to answer any questions.
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