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It’s impractical to review here all the specific rules associated with the use of public lands in the Orange County area, but you, as a visitor, are responsible for knowing them. Refer to Appendix 4 for sources of information.

Using This Book

Whether you wish to use this book as a reference tool or as a guide to read cover to cover, take a few minutes to read this section. It explains the exact meaning of the capsulized information that appears before each trip description, and it also describes the way in which trips are grouped geographically.

One way to expedite the process of finding a suitable trip, especially if you’re unfamiliar with hiking opportunities in Orange County, is to turn to Appendix 1, which calls out the most highly recommended hikes. The main map of Orange County and vicinity shows the area that each chapter covers.

Each chapter’s introduction includes any general information about the area’s history, geology, plants, and wildlife not included in the trip descriptions. Important information about possible restrictions or special requirements (wilderness permits, for example) appears here too, and you should review this material before starting on a hike in a particular chapter.