Rimcrest Trail Head — Attraction in Yorba Linda

Popular scenic hiking spot with over 14,000 acres of area to explore. This particular Yorba Linda location serves as a trailhead to three trails: South Ridge, a trail leading to San Juan Hill and the Park Headquarters; Easy Street, a narrow pathway leading to Telegraph Canyon Rd.; and North Ridge, which takes you to Glider Point, an area featuring gorgeous views of Anaheim, Yorba Linda, and the Santa Ana Mountains, with Catalina easily seen on a clear day. These three trails mentioned lead to other trails, which are all part of the Chino Hills State Park network. The best time to hike here is during springtime, when grasses create a lush, green landscape with Mustard plants occupying within the fields. Often, heavy rain can result in overgrowth, making trails relatively cramped, in addition to a park closures due to erosion and slippery conditions. On the other hand, low levels of rain mean grasses and shrubs are dry, making the park prone to fires. Based on the conditions listed, you should know when you can visit the park. As for wildlife, hikers should watch out for rattlesnakes, and in extremely rare cases, mountain lions. Coyotes and bobcats are also found here, but should still not be approached as they are still considered wild animals. Please also remember that are plants and animals here are protected. Also, dogs are not allowed on park grounds, unfortunately. As for parking, there is no dedicated parking lot compared to the nearby Quarter Horse Drive Trail Head, which is minutes away. Parking regulations and hours are posted on signs near the entrance. Despite these slight drawbacks, this park proves time after time to be a beautiful nature...

The trailhead at this south end of Chino Hills State Park has many more trails starting nearby than the trailhead at the Chino Hills State Park Visitors Center at the north end, especially with the North Ridge Trail closed for miles starting at the Visitors Center.

However, the trailheads at this south end of the park are not labeled until you wank on the trail a short bit, and then you see a sign showing what trails are in what directions.

There is no label for the start of the trail. You just have to know that it's at the end of Rim Crest Dr, which is labeled as Rimcrest Dr on Google maps but is actually labeled Rim Crest Dr on the street and on my GPS. At first my GPS couldn't find it because I was putting it in not broken into two words as my GPS knows the street.

There is street parking at right of the road just below the trail entrance.

And the good photo opportunities within a few miles of the trailhead are much better at this south entrance than (at least currently) at the north Visitors...

Wow...so my first time here. Such a great walk/hike this morning as the weather was perfect...low to mid 60 degrees and clear beautiful skies, open trails, and panoramic views as far as the eyes can see. Views of Orange County and a slightly hazy view of Catalina. It was so nice to see people out enjoying the essential part of life that is living and being able to enjoy getting outside. Grateful for my friend that joined me and for the sense of community to have this trail in the back yards of the Yorba Linda community. It’s so close by and easy to get to. Plenty of spots to take pictures during the walk/hike of some incredible views. The paths are open and clear, muddy in some spots and yet very happy to see it full of walkers, runners and mountain biking as well. The hike is good for some ups and downs and still a good beginner trail that allows you to take your time and either go longer or shorter with many trails. It’s a must do and see, in my...