Corralitas Red Car land

Jonathan Strait carries daughter Skye, 2, on the trail. The Trust for Public Land is hoping to acquire the parcel.   (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Jonathan Strait, left, and Jody Delaney of the Trust for Public Land talk on the trail through the 10-acre parcel.   (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

Homes can be seen above the trail. Some backyards have encroached onto the property.   (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)

A memorial to Charles Lacy, who played in the area when he was growing up, marks the trail.   (Anne Cusack / Los Angeles Times)