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10 Spooky SoCal Hikes Plus Bonus Haunted Places
Just because summer is over doesn't mean you have to stop hiking. Simply hit the trails that fit in with the season, such as the following ten spooky hikes. These trails include various abandoned ruins, many of which hold very dark secrets, while others gave me eerie...
17 Best SoCal Hikes For Kids: Safe, Easy, & Fun Trails
Not all trails are steep, sun exposed, backpack-lugging adventures. In fact, a huge portion of them are the complete opposite, and therefore, suitable for small children. I browsed through my entire website to put together a list of the best SoCal hikes for small...
11 Must-Do Waterfalls in Southern California: 2023 Update
Looking for breathtaking waterfalls in Southern California? After 14 years of exploring our local mountains, I'd be more than happy to share with you what I think are the11 most awe inspiring cascades, many of which are also the largest in Socal. Here are a few things...
25 Best Hikes in Southern California: Falls, Ruins, Peaks
Looking for abandoned creepy places, breathtaking views, and stunning waterfalls? Say no more. I browsed through my entire site and chose the trails which I believe are the most breathtaking, jaw-dropping, hikes that'll leave you thinking, "How is this located in...
11 Unbelievable Hikes In LA (Local’s Choice)
Los Angelinos have been in love with hiking since the late 1800s. With the never-ending list of trails growing each year since the hiking boom at the turn of the 20th century, finding the best hiking trails in Los Angeles can be daunting. But not to worry, I'm here to...
Shoemaker Canyon Road: LA’s Nuclear War Escape Tunnels
Distance 5 MilesTime2.5 HrsDifficulty EasySeasonFall, Winter, SpringElevation Gain1,404 FtDid you know LA has two abandoned tunnels that were built in order to escape nuclear attacks during the Cold War? You don’t want to miss walking through the deserted Shoemaker...
7 Best San Diego Hikes: Slot Canyons, Beach Trails, & More
San Diego is one of the most beautiful counties in SoCal. Not only does it have amazing coastal beaches, but there are tons of amazing hikes both by the ocean and in the mountains of Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. You can wait to experience the snow in the winter months...
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3 Best Hikes in Laguna Beach [OC Resident]
As a current resident of Huntington Beach, I can assure you that some of the best hikes in Orange County can be found at Laguna Beach, more specifically Aliso and Woods Canyon Wilderness Park. Due to the stunning views of the ocean and downtown Laguna Beach, the 4500...
7 Best Pasadena Hiking Trails 2023: Peaks, Falls, & Mines
Pasadena is a beautiful city nestled in the foothills of the LA forest with a hiking history that goes as far back as the 1800’s. I grew up near the City of Roses, as it’s commonly referred to, and actually attended Pasadena City College. Therefore, I’m very familiar...
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10 Spooky SoCal Hikes Plus Bonus Haunted Places
Just because summer is over doesn't mean you have to stop hiking. Simply hit the trails that fit in with the season, such as the following ten spooky hikes. These trails include various abandoned ruins, many of which hold very dark secrets, while others gave me eerie...
17 Best SoCal Hikes For Kids: Safe, Easy, & Fun Trails
Not all trails are steep, sun exposed, backpack-lugging adventures. In fact, a huge portion of them are the complete opposite, and therefore, suitable for small children. I browsed through my entire website to put together a list of the best SoCal hikes for small...
Oso Creek Trail: Mission Viejo’s #1 Hike
Miles: 1.7 Time: 35 min Difficulty: Easy Best Season: All Year Elevation Gain: 80 ft Max Elevation: 490 ft Type of Trail: Loop Parking Lot: Fits ≈ 30 cars Dogs: Allowed On A Leash Restrooms: Not Available Trail Popularity: Moderate Pics Taken On: Apr 15, 2023 Although...
