James
and Rosemary Nix Nature Center is
located in the center of Laguna Canyon just off Laguna Canyon
road. Admission to the center and the miles of hiking trails
is free. Inside the center are displays and exhibits about
the canyon and the animals that live in it. Restrooms with
changing tables, drinking fountains, picnic tables, free
maps and nature-oriented merchandise are available on site.
There is a short ½-mile loop trail or for the more
adventurous you can hike up Little Sycamore Canyon. Another
great hike from the Nix Nature Center is to Barbara's
Lake, Orange Counties only natural lake. The parking lot
tends to fill up fast on weekends but during the week you
should have the place to your self. Bring along a picnic
lunch and enjoy the sights and sounds of Laguna canyon. |
