Pacific coast highway

Our Crystal Cove nature ramble provided a cool respite from the heat and some interesting nature spotting along the Pacific Coast.

Village Green Park in Laguna Beach fits perfectly into the vision an artistic enclave. A small neighborhood park with ocean views.

Bluebird Park in Laguna Beach is a playground entirely fenced with a big blue rocketship, a gem-studded turtle sculpture, and trike track.

Dana Point Headlands Nature Interpretive Center opened in April 2010 with an interpretive trail and breathtaking views of the Pacific.

Newport Dunes beach cottages weren’t even on my radar during my days as a student at UCI. I drove by the corner of Jamboree and PCH countless times. My husband …

West Newport Park in Newport Beach isn’t right on the beach, but it’s pretty close. Perfect spot for a stroll with 3 playground stops.

Irvine Terrace Park is tucked into a neighborhood along a busy section of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) near MacArthur Boulevard. This park is surprisingly serene. Views of Newport Harbor and …