Climate Action and Sustainability

Ranchos Walk 2025

Join us for Ranchos Walk 2025! Every year, we invite the community to hike the crest trail that links Rancho Los Alamitos and Rancho Los Cerritos. Participants choose between the 9-, 6-, or 3-mile hike options and have access to a guided audio tour that highlights facts about the area’s history.

Participation in this event is FREE and includes entry to the post-walk celebration hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos.

Online registration for Ranchos Walk 2025 has closed. Day-of registration will be available at each start point during the listed check-in periods.

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025
⏰ 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Rancho Los Alamitos/CSU Long Beach → Reservoir Hill → Willow Springs Park → Rancho Los Cerritos

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the route?

  Participants who are signed up for the full 9-mile hike will start at CSU Long Beach and walk to Reservoir Hill, Willow Springs Park, and then to the celebration at Rancho Los Cerritos.  A more detailed map with turn-by-turn directions will be provided at each start location.

• Where do I park, and is there a shuttle back to my car?

  At the end of the walk, shuttle services will return participants from Rancho Los Cerritos to each start location.
  
  Parking

  • 9-Mile Rancho Los Alamitos/CSU Long Beach: Participants will check in at Lot E6. Limited street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. More information about parking, including costs, at CSULB is available on their website. 

  • 6-Mile Reservoir Hill: Street parking is available along Reservoir Drive.

  • 3-Mile Willow Springs Park: Parking is available in the lot at 2745 Orange Avenue. 
    

• Is Ranchos Walk free?

  Yes, participation in this event is free! It is free to register, and we recommend signing up early. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the post-walk celebration hosted by Rancho Los Cerritos. There will be limited day-of registration at each starting location.

• Can kids register for the hike?

  Yes, this is an all-ages, family-friendly event! Youth under the age of 18 must have signed parental consent to participate and must be accompanied by an adult. We recommend that families with younger children who want to bring wagons or strollers consider choosing the shorter 3- or 6-mile hike options. There will be fun programming, games, and activities for kids at the post-walk celebration.

• Are strollers and wagons allowed on the walk?

  Yes. However, while most of the route is paved, there are short sections of grass, gravel, and dirt roads. There is also a steep hill along the route between Reservoir Hill and Willow Springs.

• Can I bring my dog?

  Although most of the route is accessible to dogs, only service animals will be permitted at the post-walk celebration. For more information about Rancho Los Cerritos’ service animal policy, visit rancholoscerritos.org/visit/accessibility/. 

• Can I bike or run rather than walk the route?

  The route and pace of this event are designed for walkers, so biking and running are not recommended. Participants will not have access to the celebration at Rancho Los Cerritos until 10:30 am. Bike accessibility/parking is not guaranteed throughout the route.

• Are there restrooms and water stations along the route?

  Yes, there will be water refill stations and restrooms at all three start locations (Rancho Los Alamitos/CSU Long Beach, Reservoir Hill, and Willow Springs Park) and the post-walk celebration at Rancho Los Cerritos.

• What should I bring for the hike?

  Please prepare for the hike by wearing proper sun protection (e.g., a hat and sunscreen), comfortable clothes, and walking shoes. Remember to bring your refillable water bottle and snacks if you’d like. There will be water refill stations at each stop, and food and beverages will be available for purchase at Rancho Los Cerritos.  

• Will there be food at the celebration?

  Food and beverages will be available for purchase at Rancho Los Cerritos from the following vendors:

  • Lola's Mexican Cuisine - Tacos, Aguas Frescas

  • Primal Alchemy Catering - Kimchi Hot Dogs, Fried Potatoes, Fruit Skewers, Aguas Frescas/Lemonade

  • Leaf Over Beef (Vegan) - Soy Burgers, Veggie Hot Dogs

  • Trademark Brewing - Beer, Wine, Cold Brew Coffee

• How safe and accessible are the paths?

  Most of the walk takes place on sidewalks with a few crosswalks in between. Some portions of the walk are along grass, gravel paths, or dirt roads. These sections can be avoided by using sidewalks on either side of the route.  There is also a steep hill along the route between Reservoir Hill and Willow Springs Park.

• How do I download the audio tour?

  Download the IZI Travel app at izi.travel/app. The direct link to the tour will be shared with registered participants before the event. The link will also be shared at each start location.