San Onofre State Beach Family Hikes at “Trails”
San Onofre State Beach is more than a bluff-top campground. Head toward the beach on a family hike for astounding views and solitude.
Nature hikes
Salt Creek Trail: It’s All Downhill from Here
Salt Creek Trail in Dana Point provides a long nature walk to the beach for active families. Maps to trails starting in Laguna Niguel, too.
Top 5 Family Friendly Hikes in Orange County
Brian & Ashley ran a local hiking blog until 2016. They recorded their adventures on the trails — in much the same style as I record our visits to parks and …
Celebrate Family Events Outdoors
My best friend’s family used to celebrate every holiday hiking outdoors together. We started the same tradition with our kids . . . and the grandparents . . . and …
You Never Know What to Expect (VIDEO)
I’m an excellent wildlife spotter. I just see things that most people miss. I don’t know whether it’s because I’m looking extra hard or that details are my thing. We …
Make Playing Outside a Habit in 30 Days
We’re used to playing outside almost every day of the week: visiting parks, going on nature hikes, relaxing at the beach. In regular times, at some point the laundry must get …
CA Open Space: Photo Journal of OC’s Outdoor Places
CA Open Space is a personal photo journal of California’s outdoor spaces written by OC outdoor enthusiast, Cindy Crawford (no, not the same Cindy). Cindy and I have been e-mailing …
Carbon Canyon Regional Park: The $5 Park with $10 Worth of Fun
Carbon Canyon Regional Park in Brea is ridiculously fun. FOUR playgrounds lie in sprinting distance of one another – with views of a small lake. Bring a picnic and plan …