Heading for the Hills

With spring in full swing, the hills are alive, simply bursting with wildflowers at every turn. Invasive Wild Mustard is here to stay, turning everything golden. I love nature hikes, and fortunately some of the best trails, are in my backyard, in South Orange County. The Cerro Rebal Trail, also called the Rollercoaster, begins just off Camino De Los Mares in San Clemente. I took the trail up a somewhat steep incline to the ridge, and along the way was surrounded by wildflowers. This is one of the best wildflower hikes in South Orange County, sandwiched between Dana Point, and San Clemente.

Hiking in Chino Hills with Poppies

I went for a Valentines Day hike in search of peace, and quiet, amongst nature, not to mention poppies. Chino Hills is one of Orange County's largest parks. It's a great place to have some alone time, if you know where to go, and when, since many of the trails can get crowded. My hike… Continue reading Hiking in Chino Hills with Poppies

Hiking the Ladera Ridge

Are you looking to go off the beaten path, while still remaining in civilization? This 4 mile hike over Ladera Ridge in Orange County may be for you.

Bernardo Mountain and Piedra Pintadas Trail at Lake Hodges

The trailhead for Bernardo Mountain is in San Dieguito River Park, by Lake Hodges. It's a 3-4 hour hike, and about 6 miles.

Hiking at Peters Canyon Reservoir on a Windy 80 degree day

These trails are a lot of fun for just about anyone who loves hiking.