Chino Hills State Park

Chino Hills State Park Chino Hills State Park is a premier natural open-space area in the hills of Santa Ana Canyon near Riverside. Most of the trails accept multiple use.

It's vitally important as a refuge to many species of plants and as a link between natural areas essential to the survival of many animal species. Chino Hills State Park, a premier natural open-space area in the hills of Santa Ana Canyon near Riverside, is a critical link in the Puente-Chino Hills biological corridor. It encompasses stands of oaks, sycamores and rolling, grassy hills that stretch

nearly 31 miles, from the Santa Ana Mountains to the Whittier Hills. Chino Hills is vitally important as a refuge to many species of plants, and as a link between natural areas essential to the survival of many animal species. Chino Hills is also a place where people can escape the pressures of urban life and find peace and solitude in a natural setting. Visitors can simply enjoy a walk, horseback or bicycle ride on trails that meander through valleys and along ridge tops through woodlands, sage scrub and grasslands. Ninety miles of trails and fire roads also offer excellent opportunities for viewing wildlife and native plants. Facilities consist of a picnic area, equestrian staging area, pipe corrals, a historic barn, water spigots and restrooms. The Chino Hills State Park Discovery Center, located on the western side of the park, is a premier interpretive facility which showcases the parks extraordinary biodiversity. However, a few trails are designated for hiking only, because of safety issues or the potential for damage to habitat.

06/24/2026

This bird likes to peck on trees. Why does it do this?

06/24/2026

This pair of birds are common to Southern California. What are they?

Friends of Chino Hills State Park will be at our First Hike of Summer to hand out Lemonade and Iced Tea to our hikers. T...
06/20/2026

Friends of Chino Hills State Park will be at our First Hike of Summer to hand out Lemonade and Iced Tea to our hikers. Thanks, Friends of Chino Hills State Park! We'll see you at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday morning.

This SUNDAY June 21! Summer Solstice hike. Learn about the solstice or just enjoy being in nature! See you Sunday at the...
06/19/2026

This SUNDAY June 21!

Summer Solstice hike.

Learn about the solstice or just enjoy being in nature!

See you Sunday at the Discovery Center at 8:30 a.m.

It’s happening tomorrow! Call the Discovery Center and leave your name and how many are attending! 714-524-2471 Explore ...
06/19/2026

It’s happening tomorrow! Call the Discovery Center and leave your name and how many are attending! 714-524-2471

Explore Summer Solstice!

• Earth changes causing different seasons
• How sun dials are used to tell time
• How the position of Earth and the sun cause the highest ultraviolet rays.

Crafts and science experiments are free to all participants!

This event is not at the Discovery Center. Please go to Rolling M Ranch.
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Visit us any time at the Discovery Center.
Located at 4500 Carbon Canyon Road
Opens at 8am daily
Parking is $10 per vehicle.

Experience California’s rich history for FREE with our Historian Passport! As we celebrate Juneteenth and America’s 250t...
06/19/2026

Experience California’s rich history for FREE with our Historian Passport! As we
celebrate Juneteenth and America’s 250th anniversary, starting today through
July 6, download the Historian Passport to take your family and friends to more
than 30 iconic state historic parks!
• What you get: Free admission for up to 4 people at participating parks.
• When is it valid: From Juneteenth (June 19) through Dec. 31, 2026. More
than 6 months of access to places like Colonel Allensworth and Bodie
state historic parks!
• How do I get it: Download the pass from our reservation system
- ReserveCalifornia.com. Create an account, download the passport and
begin to explore.
Start planning your trip today! Get your free pass here:
ReserveCalifornia.com/Passes/AdvancePasses

Most visitors will encounter the Stink Beetle if they spend any time hiking in the park, as Stink Beetles often walk on ...
06/18/2026

Most visitors will encounter the Stink Beetle if they spend any time hiking in the park, as Stink Beetles often walk on the trails. Their front wings (elytra) are fused shut, so they cannot fly. If threatened, they put their heads down and raise their abdomens. They may sq**rt a foul-smelling, bad-tasting liquid from their hind end to repel predators. While this defense is usually effective, owls, foxes, and coyotes are known to eat them.


Photo Credit: Sherry Schmidt
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06/17/2026

The Black-headed Grosbeak is a migratory songbird with a very thick conical bill. Males have a rich orange-cinnamon body with a black head and black-and-white wings.

06/17/2026

Chino Hills State Park Free Junior Ranger Program. June 20th at 10am

Address

Brea, CA
92823

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19517806222

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