Leader: Laura Bullock

Directions (from Irvine): Take I-5 South to Crown Valley Parkway and head east toward Ladera Ranch. Turn right onto O’Neill Drive, then left onto Roanoke Drive. Continue a short distance to the Flintridge Village Clubhouse.

Free parking is available in the Flintridge Village Clubhouse parking lot. We’ll meet at the entrance to the clubhouse at 6:45 AM and head out promptly at 7:00 AM.

📍Google Maps: Search for “Flintridge Village Clubhouse, Ladera Ranch” or use 6 Flintridge Ave, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694 for navigation.

About the Run: Approximately 10.6 miles with about 1,300 ft of elevation gain. Expect a mix of dirt trails, paved trails, sidewalks, and plenty of rolling hills. 

We’ll head from Flintridge Pool via Roanoke → Siena → O’Neill Parkway, climb the trail into Covenant Hills, connect to the ridgeline trail bordering San Juan Capistrano toward O’Neill Regional Park, pass under Crown Valley Parkway, then climb the paved trail at the water pump station. From there we’ll take the upper ravine trail to Benjamin Street, continue up to Antonio Parkway, then return via Crown Valley Parkway, Siena Botanical Trail, Roanoke, and back to the pool.

https://footpathapp.com/routes/48286A32-7B67-443C-942C-E03176045872

➕ Want more miles? Instead of turning right up the water pump station trail, continue on the O’Neill Regional Park trail for an out-and-back of your desired distance, then return to the climb and rejoin the group route.

➖ Short option: Will also provide a separate map for a mostly flat out-and-back 6.5 mile route for anyone looking for fewer miles.

Bring water, fuel, and plenty of fluids—it’s expected to be warm. Trail shoes are recommended but not required. Looking forward to another great Saturday run! 💪🏃

After the Run: Potluck and Pool Party at the Flintridge Pool. Bring your swimming suit and your favorite breakfast item to share. Looking forward to some summer fun!