Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
About one mile up Live Oak Canyon Road, a driveway gate marks the location of the dirt single track trail, which sits about 20 feet to the right of the gate.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
The Luge section of trail gets its name from the steep, twisting downhill section which marks the major uphill climb for hikers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
Nearing the top of the climb, the trail emerges from the narrow canyon folds and opens to views of South Orange County.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
A flag and cache box mark the welcome end of the 1200' section of steep uphill climbing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
Upon reaching the fire road, hikers walk a path with panoramic views stretching from Santiago Peak to the coast.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
Visible ahead, the trail follows a fire road as it gradually descends the lower section of the Santa Ana Mountains.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
Views from the Luge Loop hiking trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
The fire road is a wide, dirt track and easy to follow.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
A sign and gate mark the end of the fire road, where hikers will need to follow the road for the remaining distance back to Cook's Corner.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/09/2025
Steep single track mountain trails are replaced with wide horse trails along Santiago Canyon Road.