The walk

The walk around the regional park is fairly flat with only one small hill when you get to the dam on the north end of the lake. Here’s a more detailed map of the route. Here are some route highlights and suggestions:

1. Start with a cup of coffee at Peet’s Coffee. Take it to-go and begin your walk.
2. Follow the path to Alicia then enter the park at the west entrance.
3. Enjoy the bird habitats and make your way to the lake.
4. Follow the path along the west side until you reach the bridge.
5. Loop back and enjoy great views of the lake.
6. Reward yourself with either a snack or grab a meal at one of the restaurants in the center.

Places to eat

Stop at Whole Foods Market and create your own picnic basket for your trip to the park. Or visit one of the other places in the center and general area. Here’s a list of several favorites:

Peet’s Coffee
Plumeria
Crumbl Cookies
Ted’s Place
New Mandarin Garden
Fresh Brother’s Pizza
Whole Foods Market

The train station

The Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo Station is located at the intersection of Crown Valley Parkway and Forbes Road. The station is served by OC Bus and OC Flex. The Shops at Mission Viejo and Kaleidoscope Center are a mile from the station.

Bikes on Metrolink

Yes, you can bring your bikes on Metrolink. We even have a special car dedicated to bike storage. It is typically the third passenger car and is clearly marked. Please review Metrolink's bike guidelines.

Train schedules

We always suggest when planning your adventure to check the Metrolink train schedule to the Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo Station. Both the Orange Line and Inland Empire-Orange County Line serves this station.