We sure had a much needed weekend right? It was a great weekend for hiking because we had such wonderful spring time weather. My friends, “G”, and I went to the Caspers Wilderness Park which is a protected wilderness preserve in San Juan Capistrano. Here’s an interactive map of the park if you’re interested in checking it out!
On the trail, bushes are rustling from birds and bunnies roaming about, butterflies flying across the distance, lizards doing their push ups, squirrels popping up from the ground, deer tracks, and many variety of plants. It’s a great place for many different hikes from easy to difficult. We hiked a 6 mile moderate trail and was just right. Don’t be intimidated by the steep incline you see in front of you because it’s really not that bad.
And for a great weekend getaway from the city, there are spots to camp here and it’s not too far from home.
We were prepared with lots of snacks and water this around. Our last hike at the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park helped prep us. I was so happy to try out my new Columbia outfit perfect for the heat. I also used my awesome sun blocking umbrella from GoLite.
There are lots of rocks and trails damaged from the rain so I suggest you wear your hiking boots with good ankle support as you don’t want to sprain it.
The parking fee is $3 during the week and $5 on weekends. There is ample parking inside the park. The entrance to the park is off of Ortega Highway.
Where is Caspers Wilderness Park? Caspers Wilderness Park located at 33401 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675.
Casper’s Visitor’s Center
Be sure to check out the visitor’s center where you will see taxidermy of the wildlife in Casper’s Wilderness, see the different egg sizes of the bird species, display of bugs around the area, and so much more. This will be a hit with the young ones so make sure you bring the kids along too! Take notice of the different plants near the center which has mini signs of the name of it and the types of birds and butterflies that roam the area.
When you walk up the stairs of the visitor’s center, you will get a great overview of the area and there’s even a telescope you can use.
Weekend Adventures & Eats
We went to Cabazon to do some shopping at the outlets. Colunbia is one of our favorite outdoor store but Under Armor and GOLITE is awesome too. It was a great weekend filled with plenty to do.
After all the shopping and walking, we wanted to drop by our favorite Crazy Coyotes Taco but unfortunately they were closed. So instead we went to Del Taco…yes we went there. But it was tasty since we rarely have it.
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