Rain or Shine: 62 Paved Trails in Orange County

Connect with Nature Connecting with nature and the sound of the rain can provide a huge boost in your mood, and reduce your overall stress.  When rains hit Orange County, most people will say hallelujah, since we need it. For hikers, and mountain bikers, that's another story. The rain can put an end to outdoor… Continue reading Rain or Shine: 62 Paved Trails in Orange County

Around Crystal Cove

It was early December, and I met up with a friend to hike one of our favorite local hikes Crystal Cove has so many great trails, and one of my favorite routes is the Red Route. It circles the park, traveling up No Dogs starting at the Ranger Station.  One of the drawbacks of a… Continue reading Around Crystal Cove

A Thanksgiving Hike: Bell Peak

Let's give thanks for hiking trails! I love my local trails and there are some I don't hike as often as I would like. This one is about 30 minutes from home, and takes just 2 hours to complete. This was my third time hiking to Bell Peak (Elev 2526). The last time I made… Continue reading A Thanksgiving Hike: Bell Peak

Hiking Up Harbor View

Posted 8-30-23 I love to hike in the hills above Dana Point. Harbor View is a trail located just off Calle Las Ramblas in Dana Point, where you can get a great workout on packed dirt trails, while being surrounded with beautiful natural landscapes, and stunning ocean views. Scenery Dana Point is a town centered… Continue reading Hiking Up Harbor View

Peters Canyon

Peters Canyon Regional Park is a popular hiking area between the cities of Irvine, Tustin, and Orange, within Orange County. It is consistently rated as one of The Best Trails in Orange County. The park is open from 7am to sunset daily. What To Expect The hikes range from a short less than one mile… Continue reading Peters Canyon