Hiking Deer Canyon in Orange County

2-25-22 It was a frosty morning in Orange County, and I was ready to go hiking, to make the most. of the perfect hiking weather. A Late Frost Rarely do we get frost here, and I thought it was pretty neat at first. My seedlings in my veggie garden had different ideas. It simply meant,… Continue reading Hiking Deer Canyon in Orange County

Bane Canyon in Chino Hills

Quick Facts Trail NameBane Canyon, Bane Ridge, Corral Trail, East Fenceline, and Pomona Trails Peak or High Point1017 feetTrail Length8.5 milesGain1853ParkingFree on street or $15 for Day UseRestroomsYesDogsYesCell ServiceYesLocationChino Hills, CADirectionsSapphire Rd. and Bane Canyon Dr.MapAlltrailsI began the hike into Chino Hills from the east side of the park. I took the Central Avenue exit… Continue reading Bane Canyon in Chino Hills

Oak Canyon

Tucked away in Anaheim Hills is a small canyon, filled with oaks, wildflowers, and birds. Oak Canyon is a place you can get away from it all, on a short, manageable trail, beneath the oaks. There are trails ranging from under a mile, to a three mile loop here, for all levels.

Dana Point Hills A 6 Mile Hike and Trail Run

The winter rains have begun, and new growth has just begun to emerge. The area is cool and misty during this time of year, which makes for perfect trail running weather. I love my country and I love getting outside. So what better than a hike and a trail run from Camino De Los Ramblas onto the flagpole on Patriot Trail. 

Holy Jim Falls

I hiked to Holy Jim Falls once the trail had re-opened after the Holy Fire ravaged the area. The trail from Holy Jim to Santiago Peak is still closed. There is beautiful scenery all along the way. The trailhead is accessible down an unpaved Trabuco Creek road, subject to closure, due to flooding, from the adjoining Trabuco Creek,