Orange Blossom Rail Trail

DISTANCE: 1.25 miles 
ELEVATION GAIN: Negligible
TIME: A round trip takes approximately 30 minutes. 
DIFFICULTY: Easy
HOW TO GET THERE:  The trail name is searchable via Google maps. The trailhead location is located at this link: Orange Blossom Trailhead. Redlands locals will notice that its located directly behind Benjarong, Thai Cuisine.

TRAIL CONDITION: The trail condition is highly varied in appearance and quality. The beginning of the trail is asphalt framed by fencing to create peaceful corridor that follows the  flood control channel for approximately .25 miles. 

As soon as you cross Tennessee Street the trail condition changes to lightly packed soil. This inconsistency in trail condition continues for the remainder of the trail. Trail markings and signage is missing and varied. Most of the signage gives the impression that you are trespassing on flood control property. The lack of consistent fencing bordering the neighboring commercial properties along the path creates confusion and reduces the security of the path. The trail lighting is poor and I can only recommend daytime use.

While the trail crosses several busy streets in Redlands, there are no pedestrian crosswalks. I would encourage you to wear clothing that would improve your visibility if you walk/run during lowlight conditions.

I noticed several vagabonds sleeping along the path.

NOTABLE TRAIL FEATURES:  Most of the path is lined by orange trees and accompanied by the flood control channel. Their are several notable business in close proximity to the path which could make for good day trip.
DIVERSIONS: 

Food:
The trail starts behind Benjarong, Thai Cuisine.
1001 W Park Ave. Redlands, CA 92373
Website: http://www.thebenjarong.com/Benjarong_Thai_Cuisine/Welcome.html

Dance:
Before you cross Alabama Street you may be drawn to stop and enjoy the sight and sounds of the neighboring Fox Dance Studio.
330 Alabama St.
Redlands, CA 92373 
Website: http://foxdancestudio.com

See:
Domesticated birds in the open air atrium at the Bracken Bird Farm 
10797 New Jersey St
Redlands, CA 92373
Website: http://www.brackenbird.com