Moses Cortez
Parks and Trails Manager
June 18, 2025
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That the City Council adopt the Skyline Area
Master Plan.
• The Vision of the Skyline Area Master Plan (“The Plan”) is to preserve the 292 acres of the Skyline area in a natural state for the benefit of current and future generations. • The Plan is organized into five main sections:
1. Vision and Framework
2. Background and History
3. Planning Process
4. Recommendations
5. Implementation Plan
• Comprised of 292 acres of land on the south-west
border of Corona
• Most popular hiking destination in Corona and a
gateway into the Cleveland National Forest
• Area originally planned for housing:
• 63 single-family homes proposed
• Blocked public access to trails
• The City purchased the land in 2020 to protect
access and open space
• City Council adopted a Resolution on July 3, 2024,
to reaffirm the City’s intent to preserve Skyline in its natural state with minor amenities
• The Plan development process included:
• Inventory of existing trails
• Citywide survey on desired amenities
• Outreach events and meetings to discuss
residents’ priorities for Skyline
• Ensures The Plan represents the interests of the
entire city and is shaped by community input
and shared values
• Conducted July 4 – August 30, 2024
• Survey available in one of three ways:
1. Open Participation
2. Random Sample
3. Orchard Glen Residents
• 1,195 total participants completed the survey.
• Restrooms were the most desired feature,
followed by trail maps, water fountain, and
trail signage.
• Convenient and easily accessible
walking circuits
• Remain in natural state
• Serve as fire breaks
• Water awareness/hydration
• Rattlesnake safety
• Pack in/Pack out
• No Radios
• Dog waste
• Emergency Info
• Trail name
• Trail difficulty
• What is/not permitted
• Be aware of hikers/bikers
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• Will be available on all Trailhead Kiosks for a consistent trail user experience • QR Code displays this map on mobile devices
• Outlines ongoing maintenance functions
throughout the year.
• Provides objective guidelines for trail and
open space uses.
• Ensures maintenance is performed in
accordance with best practices and
safety.
• Outlines opportunities for residents to give
back to the Skyline Open space and to
connect with staff and other trail users.
Note: The Skyline Plan aligns with City’s General Plan • Establish Trail Volunteers
• Area Map
• Safety Patrols
• Meadow Seating
• Trash Cans and Dog Bag Station
• Trails Day
• Skyline Bridge
• Trailhead Signage
• Maintenance Plan
• Shade Trees
• Trail Circuits
• Trail Signage
• Improved Security on Foothill
• Restroom and Water Fountain
• Seating
• Refurbish Bridges
• Easier Trails
• Crosswalk at Trudy
1. Explore Volunteer Opportunities
2. Plan Projects for Future Fiscal Years
3. Pursue Grant Opportunities
.
That the Council adopt the Skyline Area
Master Plan.