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Salt Creek Trail: It’s All Downhill from Here

by Michele Whiteaker

Salt Creek Trail which runs from inland in Laguna Niguel to the beach in Dana Point is one of my favorite walks with the kids. I've done it with them in a stroller and this time they were old enough to walk on their own. The ocean breeze, and sometimes fog, make for a cool excursion when temperatures heat up inland. It's also great because you can choose to do … [Read more...]

Reef View Node Park in Laguna Niguel

by Michele Whiteaker

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Reef View Node Park in Laguna Niguel is a very hidden small neighborhood park, but worth visiting for the views and feeling of being above it all. When I first tried to find this park, we ended up at Redondo View Node Park which doesn't have a playground, but still has excellent views. Since you park outside the cul-de-sac (or "node"), you can't see the Reef View Node … [Read more...]

Seminole Park in Laguna Niguel for Picnics in the Shade

by Michele Whiteaker

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We planned our visit to Seminole Park in Laguna Niguel to enjoy a lazy picnic.  It was a beautiful spot in a neighborhood with shade trees. How to Get to Seminole Park in Laguna Niguel:  Exit Interstate 5 at Crown Valley Parkway and head towards the beach.  You'll drive quite a while before reaching Niguel Road where you will make a left.  After you pass Marina Hills … [Read more...]

Bear Brand Park: For Between-Errands or Multiple-Kids

by Michele Whiteaker

Bear Brand Park is one of the smaller Laguna Niguel parks located very near Ocean Ranch shopping center. It still has some of the benefits of being near the beach in the summer with some nice ocean breezes or fog. It can be busy at school pick-ups and drop-offs or on the weekends during sports events. Location: By St. Anne's School, Camino Del Avion and Bear Brand; 2 … [Read more...]

Laguna Niguel Regional Park

by Michele Whiteaker

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Laguna Niguel Regional Park in Laguna Niguel is a great place to take the jogger stroller and do a turn-around with the play area as a final destination and reward for your little one. Please enjoy this PLAY FOR A MINUTE video to get a sense of what fun you'll have playing! Location of Laguna Niguel Regional Park: Near the intersection of La Paz and Aliso Creek … [Read more...]

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