This event is in the past.It took place on September 27, 2026 at Crystal Cove.

Explore the Cove – Backcountry Ecology Hike 1
Walking Tour

Explore the Cove – Backcountry Ecology Hike

September 27 at 8am

At Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove, Newport Beach

🥾4.2 miles with 585 ft elevation gain
🌿Spot rare plants and animals along the way
☀️Bring sunscreen, hat, and plenty of water

Wander into Moro Canyon with a Conservancy guide and get up close with Southern California's rare coastal sage scrub and riparian corridors. You'll cover 4.2 miles of backcountry while learning how fire, restoration, and recreation all shape this fragile wildland.

Backcountry trails
Intermediate difficulty
Nature education
Rare ecosystems
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