Located at the easternmost extent of the Preserve, the Powder Canyon area offers many miles of multi-user trails with connections to the Los Angeles County-managed Schabarum Trail and Schabarum Regional Park. Several habitat restoration projects are currently underway in this area, amounting to almost 90 acres of native vegetation that can be enjoyed along the trails. This area boasts a regionally significant population of southern California black walnut, a large deciduous tree beloved by wildlife for its walnut fruits. Mature oak trees and black walnut trees line Powder Canyon Trail, offering a cool respite during summer heat, while inclines on Purple Sage Trail and Black Walnut Trail offer more rigorous hiking, biking and riding terrain. A printable map of trails in the area is available by clicking here.
The trail network can be accessed primarily via the Powder Canyon Trailhead on Fullerton Road in La Habra Heights. The gated trailhead at this location offers parking, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access, an equestrian warm-up ring and staging area, restroom, and drinking fountains. An alternative access point includes the Black Walnut Trailhead on Fullerton Road which offers curbside parking and informational kiosk.
