Leader: Lillian B.

Location: Starbucks at the corner of Alton & E. Yale Loop - 5365-B Alton Parkway, Irvine

Directions: From the 405 freeway, exit Jeffrey and go north two lights to Alton. Turn left then right into the parking lot. Starbucks is between Ralphs and CVS.

About the Run: Run out along the bike trail towards the Spectrum, then out to the Lake Forest road extension behind Irvine Meadows, then loop back near Quail Hill. There are options for a 9.5 or 12 mile loop.

Here is a link to the course map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com?r=6182347

Please note that there is some construction on the San Diego Creek Trail. Bypass this by exiting the San Diego Creek Trail at Alton (eastbound), take the overpass, make a right at Pacifica, then right on Spectrum to the end, where you will make a left to get back onto the San Diego Creek Trail. Check out this Strava map with the route: Strava map

After the Run: Starbucks, Chronic Tacos, Donut Star, La Boulangerie San Francisco

Map with Alton variation for San Diego Creek Trail construction