Dana Point Bluff Top Trail
The Dana Point Bluff Top Trail above Dana Point Harbor is less of a hike and more of a place to stroll. It takes less than 10 minutes to leisurely …
Fullerton Arboretum: Nature Walks through the Trees
The Fullerton Arboretum was on my list of places to visit with the kids ever since I heard about it from a blogger friend. She said, “Oh, you’ll love it!” …
Santiago Oaks Regional Park in Orange
Santiago Oaks Regional Park in Orange feels very accessible to those who might be hesitant to explore the greater wilds of Orange County with kids. I would feel comfortable taking a …
Mission Viejo Fairy Village for the Holiday Season 2019
The Mission Viejo Fairy Village is back for the Holiday Season 2019. The Caring Fairies will be at the Potocki Center for the Arts and the lower Oso Creek Fairy …
Visit the Limestone Canyon Viewing Deck to See the Sinks
There is so much to see on the Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks land that it’s hard to squeeze into one post. The Sinks is a particularly beautiful portion of Limestone …
Redwoods in Brea: Hike a Dusty Trail to Reach the Lush & Shady Grove
Carbon Canyon Regional Park in Brea is home to some of the best playgrounds in Orange County and, surprisingly, a redwood grove. This is the only grove of redwoods in …
Sea Summit Trail with Stairs Near San Clemente Outlets
Sea Summit Trail is the one with stairs near the San Clemente Outlets off Avenida Pico. You know? Those stairs that you drive by on Pacific Coast Highway between Capo …
Trestles: Beach Walking for Families in a Surfer’s Paradise
Trestles or Trestle Beach is a bit of a mystery, unless you’re a surfer. I’m betting the surfers like to keep it that way! We enjoyed a great off-season family …
Bosque Playground at Great Park Trails in Irvine
The Bosque playground at the Great Park Trails in Irvine is yet another example of the complicated naming FivePoints uses for this area. They actually call this section the Upper …
San Clemente Pier for a Family Stroll
Take a leisurely family stroll on the San Clemente Pier to learn about the ocean while seeing the sights and smelling the salty air.