Question 1

How long is this walk?

Accepted Answer

About 3-4 miles round trip

Question 2

Do I have to be in good shape?

Accepted Answer

This is an easy to moderate walk at a slow walk pace with frequent stops to learn about this natural ecosystem. The total ascent is 100 to 200 feet.

Question 3

What should I bring?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses, water, snacks, and sunscreen are recommended. If you have binoculars, bring them to get a closer glimpse of birds. Most of the walk will be on wide dirt trails. There are no benches for sitting on the walk so prepare to be on your feet for 1.5 to 2 hours.

Question 4

Can I bring a stroller?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended. The walk is on wide dirt paths, but there are locations where walkers need to step up and down sidewalk medians.

Question 5

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Dogs on leashes are only allowed on the main backbone trail. A portion of our walk will go into the protected Nature Preserve area where dogs are NOT allowed. If you want to bring your dog, you can wait outside the Nature Preserve and rejoin the main group when they exit the Nature Preserve.

Question 6

Is the walk accessible by wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, the trails are not wheelchair accessible.

Question 7

Can I bring young children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is an excellent learning and fun experience for children. We recommend that your child is able to walk the trail on their own or you are able to carry them. Children must be accompanied by their guardian.

Question 8

Are there public restrooms?

Accepted Answer

No. Although there is a public restroom at the nearby Laguna Lake Park near the Equestrian Center, there are no restrooms along the trail.

Question 9

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

We suggested you use the free off-street parking along Lakeview Drive at our meeting place, the Fullerton Equestrian center. There is also free parking a little further away at the nearby Lagna Lake Park.

Question 10

What happens if it rains?

Accepted Answer

This event will be canceled if there is rain. We will notify registered participants via email the evening before the event in case of cancellation.

Registrations are closed

A Guided Walk in West Coyote Hills