Our Mission Statement:

• To assist in the preservation and maintenance of existing public trails and paths that provide access to open space and to other paths and trails

• To assist in the design and development of new trails and paths that provide public pedestrian, equestrian and bicycle access

• To assist in the development and formation of maintenance systems for public trails
  

Our History:

The FLC Trails Committee was formed early in 1999 as a sub-committee of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy to address the issue of trails for walking and horseback riding  in the area.  Hiking and riding trails give us access to the natural world.  They keep us in touch with the vital forces and rhythms of a connected environment. Trails make us happier.  Trails make us healthier.  They make our total environment safer and more secure.

Our efforts are currently focused on access to and maintenance of public trails in the Santa Margarita basin area. 

The Trails committee would like to participate with planning groups.   We think it is important to enhance Fallbrook's rural atmosphere and open space areas with a network of trails that connects the urban, rural and natural environments of our community.  Also, we welcome opportunities to work with property owners to acquire easements for public access to the Santa Margarita River trails and other open space areas.

The Santa Margarita Trail:

Under agreement with the Fallbrook Public Utilities District, The Fallbrook Land Conservancy manages a riding and hiking trail along the Santa Margarita River on 1500 acres of Fallbrook Public Utilities Land.  This trail was featured in the March 1997 issue of Sunset Magazine, and has become a popular destination for equestrians and hikers wishing to experience one of Southern California's most beautiful riparian habitats.

For more news on the Trails Committee read the FLC Chronicle.