SJC Flag Hill and Patriot Trail – or Flagpole Hike – for Families
The Flag Hill & Patriot Trail hike in San Juan Capistrano is sometimes called the Flagpole Hike. San Clemente + Dana Point views.
Nature Hikes
Top 12 Whale Watching Parks and Beaches for Orange County
“Hey Michele, what’s the hike near the coastline that might give us a peek at some whales?” was the question that came to me by way of a friend. Hmmm …
Laguna Niguel Lake Walk
Taking a Laguna Niguel Lake walk is one of my new favorite pastimes. I’m no stranger to the park, but discovering the lake walk is pretty new to me. I …
Top 5 Family Friendly Hikes in Orange County
Brian & Ashley’s Hiking Blog is back. It started in 2007 and has been off and on again since then. They are active now in 2023. They recorded their adventures …
5 Family Walks in Orange County
Make a day out of these 5 family walks all over Orange County, CA.
Reata Park in San Juan Capistrano
Reata Park in San Juan Capistrano features native gardens and an arboretum with mighty oaks and shady sycamores. It’s nice to have some protected open space in the middle of …
Mile Square Park Nature Area
Mile Square Regional Park Nature Area offers sightings of small critters and native plants for families to explore.
Montane Botanic Garden and Children’s Outdoor Discovery Center
Visit the Southern California Montane Botanic Garden and Children’s Outdoor Discovery Center for a short hike near apple picking in Oak Glen.
Secret Family Hike on the Old Presidio Historic Trail in Old Town San Diego
It’s no secret that I like to find secret places for our family to explore — wherever we go. This is what I call our Secret Family Hike on the …
5 Orange County Places for Hummingbird Parents to Give Their Kids Room to Roam
When kids are around 9 or 10 years old is when parents start feeling comfortable in giving their kids a little more freedom. That’s the age when I was outside …